Queen leads tributes to 'wonderfully witty friend' Dame Jilly Cooper
Published: 10/6/2025

Dame Jilly Cooper, renowned for her best-selling novels like Riders and Rivals, has passed away at 88. The Queen and various celebrities paid tribute to the iconic author, lauding her wit and literary contributions. Cooper's work, including The Rutshire Chronicles, garnered a massive following, making her a legend in British literature.