Eric Carle was an American author, designer and illustrator of children's books. His picture book The Very Hungry Caterpillar, first published in 1969, has been translated into more than 66 languages and sold more than 50 million copies.

How did Eric Carle die?

His son Rolf confirmed to The New York Times that Carle died on Sunday from kidney failure, while at his summer studio in Northampton, Massachusetts.

What happened to Eric Carle?

Death. Carle died on May 23, 2021, at his summer studio in Northampton, Massachusetts, from kidney failure, a few weeks before his 92nd birthday. An official announcement was made by his family on May 26, 2021, via their website.