No, Wilbur does not die in Charlotte’s Web. In fact, the story concludes on a positive note for him.
Throughout the book, Wilbur, a pig, is initially faced with the grim fate of being slaughtered for meat. However, his fate takes a turn when he befriends Charlotte, a wise and caring spider. She devises a plan to save him by spinning words into her web that impress the humans on the farm, convincing them that Wilbur is extraordinary.
As a result of Charlotte’s efforts, Wilbur wins a special prize at the county fair, which secures his safety and allows him to live. This happy ending emphasizes themes of friendship, loyalty, and the importance of caring for one another.
In the final chapters, Charlotte, who is nearing the end of her life, lays her eggs and ultimately passes away, leaving Wilbur to continue living. He takes comfort in the memory of his friend and looks forward to the new life that will soon hatch from her eggs.