Irish author Lucinda Riley passed away on June 11, 2021, due to cancer. Here’s more on her illness and husband.
Lucinda Riley was a popular historical fiction author. Her book, The Missing Sister, was ranked number 1 in book charts across the world.
Further, Riley was also a former actress. Her first major television role was in the BBC adaptation of The Story of the Treasure Seekers.
She worked as an actress for seven years before she had to take a hiatus from her acting career due to mononucleosis.
Later, she ventured into writing and published her debut novel entitled Lovers and Players in 1992.
Her books were bestsellers in 25 countries and she has sold 30 million copies internationally. Also, her books topped the ‘bestselling book overall’ list in the Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, Norway, and more.
A message from Lucinda’s family: pic.twitter.com/4rw9LnotuI
— Lucinda Riley (@lucindariley) June 11, 2021
Lucinda Riley Illness And Cause Of Death
Lucinda Riley’s family announced the author’s death on Twitter on June 11.
She was 51 years old at the time of her death.
The statement read Riley was battling cancer for four years and passed away peacefully in the presence of her family.
During those four years, Riley published five novels.
Further, her family described her as an inspiring woman and radiated love and kindness in everything she did.
Lucinda Riley Husband And Family: Was She Married?
Lucinda Riley was married to her husbandStephan Riley.
Her husband, Stephan was a businessman and owned the Denby pottery company. They got married in 2000.
Further, Lucinda and Stephan had two children together. They were named Leonora and Kit Riley. But, they have a total of seven children between them.
Lucinda had two other children from her previous marriage. Similarly, her husband Stephan was married twice before. He had one daughter from his first wife and two sons from his second wife.
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Lucinda Riley.
“I, and the whole team at Pan Mac, are so thankful to have been given the opportunity to go on this journey with her.” Jeremy Trevathan, MD of Pan’s Adult Division https://t.co/1mELQl00A3
— Pan Macmillan (@panmacmillan) June 11, 2021
What Is Lucinda Riley Net Worth?
Lucinda Riley’s net worth has not been reported yet.
However, as a well-respected author, she must have earned a fortune over the years.