Jacqueline Susann was an exceptionally talented writer who skillfully leveraged her captivating charm, unbridled enthusiasm, and captivating personality to create a remarkable marketing machine. Despite experiencing a less than illustrious career as an actress, singer, and playwright, she never wavered in her self-confidence.
Blessed with stunning physical appearance and unwavering self-assurance, Susann transformed from an unknown entity to the bestselling author of the 1960s. Her marriage to the renowned public relations and publicity guru Irving Mansfield was a union of immense benefit.
Their only child, Guy, was born with autism. Despite the turbulent nature of their life together, marked by her constant infidelities, Mansfield remained devoted to his wife. Her scandalous private life included passionate relationships with Ethel Merman, who served as the inspiration for "Helen Lawson" in "Valley of the Dolls", as well as numerous actors and writers.
Following her mastectomy, she reportedly brought an end to her philandering, but became even more resolute in her pursuit of fame. By the time of her passing, she had evolved into one of the cultural icons of the 1960s and had established numerous publishing records.
