The question "Who killed Vegeta?" requires clarification. Vegeta has died multiple times throughout the Dragon Ball series. Therefore, a comprehensive answer needs to address each instance. Here's a breakdown:
Vegeta's Deaths and Their Causes:
-
First Death (Namek Saga): Vegeta is killed by Frieza during their confrontation on Planet Namek. Frieza inflicts a fatal blow to Vegeta after Vegeta reveals Frieza is the reason behind the Saiyan race's near extinction.
-
Second Death (Majin Buu Saga): Vegeta sacrifices himself to try and destroy Majin Buu. He gathers a massive amount of energy and self-destructs, hoping to obliterate Buu, but the attack is ultimately unsuccessful.
Summary Table:
| Death | Cause/Killer | Saga |
|---|---|---|
| First Death | Frieza | Namek Saga |
| Second Death | Majin Buu (Self-Sacrifice) | Majin Buu Saga |
Therefore, while Vegeta has died twice in the Dragon Ball Z storyline, Frieza is the one who directly killed Vegeta in their first confrontation. The second death was an act of self-sacrifice, not a direct kill by an opponent in the traditional sense.
