No, Benvolio does not die in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” He is one of the few characters who survives the tragic events of the play.
Throughout the narrative, Benvolio remains a peacekeeper among the Montagues and serves as a loyal friend to Romeo. He attempts to mediate conflicts and often provides crucial information about the unfolding events. For instance, he recounts the story of Mercutio and Tybalt’s deaths and helps to explain the tragic circumstances to the prince at the end of the play.
While many central characters, including Romeo and Juliet, meet untimely fates, Benvolio’s character endures, allowing him to survive and carry the story forward. In his final lines, he suggests that he will share the truth about the events that transpired, emphasizing the importance of understanding the consequences of the feud between the two families.