Jackie Collins was a British author known for her bestselling novels that often focused on the glamorous and sometimes scandalous lives of Hollywood celebrities. Born on October 4, 1937, in London, she moved to the United States in the 1960s, where she gained fame for her engaging storytelling and strong female characters. Throughout her career, Collins published over 30 novels, many of which became bestsellers, including Hollywood Wives and Lucky. Her books have sold more than 500 million copies worldwide, making her one of the most successful authors in the genre of romantic fiction. Collins passed away on September 19, 2015.