Overview

• Her family and agent said she died Sunday morning after a fall, describing the loss as an unexpected shock.
• Queen Camilla led tributes, calling Cooper a legend and a witty, compassionate friend, with figures from politics and entertainment also honoring her.
• Cooper sold about 11 million books in the UK over more than five decades and received a damehood in 2024 after earlier OBE and CBE awards.
• The Rutshire Chronicles popularized a racy, satirical take on class and high society, anchored by memorable characters such as Rupert Campbell-Black.
• Disney+'s Rivals adaptation, which she executive produced, continues as an active production, with cast and producers posting remembrances and a second season in progress.