Jilly Cooper Dead: Literary World in Shock at 88

Breaking: The literary world is in mourning after the sudden death of Jilly Cooper, 88. Discover why millions, including Queen Camilla, are heartbroken and what this shocking loss means for British culture. Don’t miss the details.
  • Bestselling British author Jilly Cooper has died unexpectedly at age 88 following a fall, her family and agent confirmed.
  • Known for the wildly popular “Rutshire Chronicles,” including “Riders” and “Rivals,” her books sold millions and defined an era of British literature.
  • Tributes are pouring in from fans and high-profile figures, including Queen Camilla, who called her “a legend.”
  • Her novel “Rivals” was recently adapted into a hit Disney+ series starring David Tennant, introducing her work to a new generation.

Literary World Mourns an Icon

The literary world is reeling from the unexpected death of Jilly Cooper, the beloved British author whose witty and risqué novels captured the hearts of millions. Cooper passed away on Sunday at the age of 88 after a fall, a loss her children described as a “complete shock.”

A Legacy of Wit and Scandal

Cooper became a household name with her “Rutshire Chronicles,” a series that began with “Riders” in 1985. The books delved into the scandalous lives, affairs, and social maneuverings of England’s wealthy, horse-riding elite. Her sharp social commentary and unforgettable characters, like the dashing rake Rupert Campbell-Black, made her a cultural force. The enduring popularity of her work was recently highlighted by the successful Disney+ adaptation of her book “Rivals.”

Tributes from the Highest Levels

The news of her passing prompted an immediate outpouring of grief and admiration. Queen Camilla, a personal friend, called Cooper “a legend,” while Prime Minister Keir Starmer celebrated her as “a literary force whose wit, warmth and wisdom shaped British culture.” Her publisher, Bill Scott-Kerr, praised her for dissecting the “behavior, bad mostly, of the English upper middle classes with the sharpest of scalpels.”

Born in 1937, Cooper began her career in journalism before publishing her first book in 1969. She authored over 18 novels and was made a Dame for her services to literature. A private funeral is planned, with a public celebration of her life to follow. She is survived by her two adopted children, Felix and Emily.

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