Learn more about Sophie Kinsella, the bestselling novelist behind the ‘Shopaholic’ series, who passed away at age 55.
Sophie Kinsella, the bestselling author behind the Shopaholic series, has died at 55 after living with glioblastoma for nearly three years. Her family shared the news in a statement posted to her Instagram, writing, “We are heartbroken to announce the passing this morning of our beloved Sophie (aka Maddy, aka Mummy). She died peacefully, with her final days filled with her true loves: family and music and warmth and Christmas and joy. We can’t imagine what life will be like without her radiance and love of life.”
The statement continued, “Despite her illness, which she bore with unimaginable courage, Sophie counted herself truly blessed – to have such wonderful family and friends, and to have had the extraordinary success of her writing career. She took nothing for granted and was forever grateful for the love she received.
