Authors who died on January 30

Take a focused look at the authors who passed away on January 30. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

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  • Sidney Sheldon
    2007 Sidney Sheldon

    Prolific American novelist and screenwriter who sold over 300 million books worldwide.

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