When Does Derek Shepherd Die
Derek Shepherd dies in season 11 of Grey's Anatomy. He is pronounced brain dead after a car accident and his organs are donated.
Episode and Circumstances of Death
He is killed in episode 21, "How to Save a Life," which aired on April 23, 2015. Derek is hit by a truck while driving to the airport. He survives the initial crash but later suffers a catastrophic brain injury.
Aftermath and Impact
Meredith Grey makes the decision to remove life support. His death becomes a major storyline for the rest of the series. Derek's final appearance is a flashback in the series finale, "Flight."
Character Background
Derek Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey, was a world-renowned neurosurgeon at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. He was married to Meredith Grey and known as "McDreamy." For more information on the character's history, visit the official Grey's Anatomy page at Grey's Anatomy on ABC.
