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Jacqueline Susann - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 20, 1918 |
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| Died | September 21, 1974 (age 56) |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Jacqueline Susann's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Author of the bestselling novel 'Valley of the Dolls' and other popular works. |
Intro
Jacqueline Susann was a bestselling American novelist, best known for her controversial and sensational novels in the 1960s and 1970s, particularly 'Valley of the Dolls.'
Early Life & Background
Jacqueline Susann was born in Philadelphia and showed an early interest in performance arts, initially pursuing a career as an actress before turning to writing.
Career Highlights
- Authored 'Valley of the Dolls' (1966), which became one of the best-selling novels of all time.
- Published other bestsellers, including 'The Love Machine' (1969) and 'Once Is Not Enough' (1973).
- Her works were adapted into films and television productions.
Trivia
- She was the first author to have three consecutive novels reach the number one spot on The New York Times Best Seller list.
- Susann's writing was often considered scandalous, but she became a trailblazer for women in publishing.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Jacqueline Susann born?
Jacqueline Susann was born the 20 August 1918.
Where is Jacqueline Susann from?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 20th, 1918, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 20th, 1918 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: American Fantasie by Victor Herbert & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Tarzan of the Apes directed by Scott Sidney
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