RIP Scott Adams - Cartoonist of Dilbert Dies after Battle with Cancer and Public Conversion to Christianity

Scott Adams, (June 8, 1957 – January 13, 2026), the creator of the iconic comic strip Dilbert, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 68. His death followed a year-long battle with metastatic prostate cancer that had spread to his bones.

While Adams was long known for his satire of corporate culture and his later transition into a controversial political commentator, his final days were marked by a significant spiritual shift: a public conversion to Christianity.

The Decision: "Pascal’s Wager"

For decades, Adams identified as an agnostic and was often critical of organized religion. In his earlier works, such as the philosophical novella God’s Debris (2001), he explored "pandeism" and "mental filters" rather than traditional theology.

However, in January 2026, as his health declined, Adams announced on his podcast, Real Coffee with Scott Adams, his intention to convert. He framed the decision through the lens of Pascal’s Wager—the philosophical argument that believing in God is a rational bet because the potential reward (eternal life) is infinite, while the cost of belief is minimal if one is wrong.

"I am now convinced that the risk-reward is completely smart," Adams said. "If it turns out that there’s nothing there, I’ve lost nothing... If it turns out there is something there, and the Christian model is the closest to it, I win."

A Final Declaration of Faith

In a final message prepared on New Year's Day 2026 and read by his ex-wife, Shelly Miles, during a livestream following his death, Adams confirmed his conversion. He stated:

"I accept Jesus Christ as my lord and savior, and look forward to spending an eternity with him. The part about me not being a believer should be quickly resolved if I wake up in heaven."

Adams credited his decision in part to the persistence of his Christian friends and followers. He noted that he respected those who tried to convert him because it proved they truly believed in the stakes of their faith.

Legacy and Reaction

Adams' passing drew tributes from high-profile figures, including President Donald Trump, who described him as a "Great Influencer" and a "fantastic guy" who fought his illness bravely. While his later years were overshadowed by the 2023 cancellation of Dilbert following controversial remarks about race, many in the religious community welcomed his final spiritual journey. Please pray for the repose of his soul.

Sources

• The Washington Examiner: "Dilbert creator Scott Adams dead at 68 after prostate cancer battle" (Jan 13, 2026).

• The Christian Post: "'Dilbert' creator Scott Adams dies after cancer battle, accepts Jesus Christ in final days" (Jan 13, 2026).

• ‘Dilbert’s’ Scott Adams Credits Evangelizing Friends With Leading Him to Christ https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/dilbert-scott-adams-evangelizing-friends-lead-to-christ/

• Global News: "Scott Adams dead: 'Dilbert' creator and cartoonist dies at 68" (Jan 13, 2026).