Who Died on How to Get Away with Murder?
How to Get Away with Murder, the popular American television series created by Peter Nowalk, has kept audiences hooked since its premiere in 2014. The show, which premiered on ABC, follows a group of law students, led by their enigmatic and formidable professor Annalise Keating, played by Viola Davis. Throughout its six seasons, the show has been marked by shocking plot twists, complex characters, and moral dilemmas.
Warning: Spoilers Ahead
As the series unfolds, several characters meet their demise, leaving audiences stunned and wondering who would be the next to die. Here’s a rundown of who died and how they met their fate:
Season 1-2:
Rebecca Sutter (Katie Findlay): Rebecca, a first-year law student and one of Annalise’s best students, is initially suspected of being involved in Lila Stangard’s murder. Later, it’s revealed that she’s alive, but her secrets catch up with her, leading to her death. She’s stabbed by the murder victim’s husband, Lila’s ex-boyfriend, Nate LaHon. Dead at: Season 1, Episode 15
- Lila Stangard (Hannah Kasulka): Lila, a married woman with secrets, is found dead. Her husband, Nate LaHon, is the primary suspect. Dead at: Season 1, Episode 10
Season 3:
Wes Gibbins (Alfred Enoch): Wes, a lawyer and a key member of Annalise’s defense team, is murdered in a car accident. The death is ruled an accident, but later, it’s revealed that he was murdered by Dominic Wilkinson, the son of the man Annalise accused of murdering his father. Dead at: Season 3, Episode 14
- Micah Stevenson (Christopher Cousins): Micah, a private investigator hired by Annalise to gather evidence, is shot by Xoloto, a drug cartel member seeking revenge. Dead at: Season 3, Episode 16
Season 4:
- Asher Friedman (Matt McGorry): Asher, Annalise’s on-again, off-again lover, is poisoned by Annalise herself to fake his own death and save her reputation. Dead at: Season 4, Episode 5
- Bonnie Winterbottom (Liza Weil): Bonnie, Annalise’s friend and associate, is murdered by Xoloto, the same drug cartel member who killed Micah. Dead at: Season 4, Episode 10
Season 5:
Evil Kato (Esai Morales): Kato, the leader of the K&M gang, is shot and killed by Alex Perez, one of the members of his gang, seeking revenge for the death of their friend. Dead at: Season 5, Episode 10
- Bonnie’s fetus: In a dramatic plot twist, Bonnie is stabbed and her unborn fetus dies. Dead at: Season 5, Episode 12
Season 6:
Christopher (Adam Huffman): Christopher, the son of Annalise’s murder victim, Sam Keating, is murdered by Oliver Hampton, who sought revenge for Christopher’s attempts to expose him. Dead at: Season 6, Episode 7
- Annalise Keating (Viola Davis): Annalise, the central character of the show, appears to be dead, having been presumed dead by the authorities after a plane crash. Dead at: Season 6, Episode 15
- Tegan Price (Amara Karan): Tegan, a friend of the group, is poisoned by a family member seeking revenge. Dead at: Season 6, Episode 16
Table of Death
Here’s a quick glance at the list of characters who died on How to Get Away with Murder:
| Season | Character | Cause of Death | Episode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | Rebecca Sutter | Stabbing | S1E15, S2 |
| 1-2 | Lila Stangard | Unspecified | S1E10 |
| 3 | Wes Gibbins | Car accident/murder | S3E14 |
| 3 | Micah Stevenson | Shooting | S3E16 |
| 4 | Asher Friedman | Poisoning | S4E5 |
| 4 | Bonnie Winterbottom | Shooting | S4E10 |
| 5 | Evil Kato | Shooting | S5E10 |
| 5 | Bonnie’s fetus | Stabbing | S5E12 |
| 6 | Christopher | Shooting | S6E7 |
| 6 | Annalise Keating | Plane crash/presumed dead | S6E15 |
| 6 | Tegan Price | Poisoning | S6E16 |
As the show comes to a close, fans are left wondering about the fates of the remaining characters and the implications of the series’ events. The drama, mystery, and complex characters of How to Get Away with Murder have kept audiences enthralled throughout its six seasons, leaving a lasting impact on television.
