
FAQ About Michel Foucault

How did Michel Foucault die?
Michel Foucault passed away in 1984 at the age of 57 from complications related to AIDS. His death was one of the early high-profile cases of AIDS in France, which brought additional attention to the disease during a time when understanding and treatment were still in the early stages. Foucault's partner, Daniel Defert, became an active campaigner for AIDS-related causes following Foucault's death.