‘Shopaholic’ author Sophie Kinsella passes away, family releases emotional statement
- Sophie Kinsella, famous for the Shopaholic series, has died at the age of 55
- According to her family, she spent her final days immersed in the things she loved most, including family, music, and the festive spirit of Christmas
- They said she felt truly blessed for the support of her loved ones and the success of her writing career
- The bereaved family described her passing as heartbreaking and remembered her for her joy, warmth, and love of life
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British author Sophie Kinsella, best known for her bestselling Shopaholic series, has passed away at the age of 55, her family announced on Wednesday, December 10. Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Sophie Wickham, had been battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.
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In a heartfelt statement, her family shared, “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.”
The statement continued, reflecting on the impact of her life and legacy:
“We can’t imagine what life will be like without her radiance and love of life. 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.”
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The family concluded with a message of mourning, “She will be missed so much; our hearts are breaking.”
Kinsella had openly shared her health struggles last year, revealing that she was undergoing both chemotherapy and radiotherapy to treat a particularly aggressive brain tumor. Despite her illness, she continued to inspire readers worldwide with her writing.
Her literary career spanned decades, with her Shopaholic novels earning a devoted global following. The first two books in the series were adapted into the 2009 romantic comedy film Confessions of a Shopaholic, starring Isla Fisher. Kinsella’s more recent works include The Burnout (2023) and What Does it Feel Like? (2024), both of which explored contemporary themes with her signature wit and charm.
Sophie Kinsella is not the only prominent international figure to have passed away recently, as media outlets have also reported the deaths of other notable personalities.
Earlier this month, NBA veteran Elden Campbell passed away at 57, leaving a legacy celebrated by his family and former teammates. His family remembered him as a devoted man of faith, a loving husband and father, and someone who always put family first. The Detroit Pistons honored his role in their 2004 NBA championship team and praised his calm and warm personality off the court. Over a 15-year career, Campbell played mainly with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a key part of the Pistons’ 2004 title run.
In a report last November, reggae legend Jimmy Cliff passed away at the age of 81, according to a statement from his wife, Latifa Chambers. She revealed that he died following a seizure and pneumonia and expressed gratitude to family, friends, fellow artists, and medical staff for their support during his final days. Chambers also acknowledged the role of his fans, saying their love and encouragement had been a constant source of strength throughout his career.
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