World-renowned writer Mario Vargas Llosa dies at the age of 89 in Lima.
Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa, winner of the 2010 Nobel Prize in Literature, passed away on Sunday, April 13, in the capital Lima, at the age of 89, after a prolific literary career that made him one of the most prominent figures in world literature.
His family announced the news in a statement released on the "X" platform, signed by his children Álvaro, Gonzalo, and Morgana, stating: "With heavy hearts, we share the departure of our beloved father, who left us peacefully surrounded by his family."
Vargas Llosa, born in 1936, was known for his profound literary contributions addressing issues of power, freedom, and identity, leaving a lasting legacy of novels and articles that made a clear mark on Latin American and global literature.
Among his notable works are "The Time of the Hero," "The Feast of the Goat," and "Conversation in the Cathedral," which were acclaimed by critics and readers alike.
In recent months, the late writer chose a quiet life away from the limelight, returning to reside in Lima, where he celebrated his 89th birthday last March with his family and close friends.
