Jilly Cooper died from head injury says coroner

Published: 11/11/2025
Jilly Cooper died from head injury says coroner
Bestselling author Dame Jilly Cooper passed away as a result of a head injury sustained in a fall at her Gloucestershire home, the coroner confirmed. The incident led to a traumatic subdural hematoma ultimately resulting in her death the following day. Known for her romantic novels like Riders and Rivals, Dame Jilly Cooper's accidental death has brought condolences to her family and fans of her iconic works.