The Day Of The Jackal author Frederick Forsyth dies aged 86

The best-selling author was surrounded by his family as he died at home
Frederick Forsyth has died at the age of 86 (Ian West/PA)

Frederick Forsyth has died at the age of 86 (Ian West/PA)

Mon, 09 Jun, 2025 - 20:59
Hannah Roberts

The Day Of The Jackal author Frederick Forsyth has died at the age of 86, following a brief illness, his literary agents said.

The best-selling author was surrounded by his family as he died at home on Monday morning, Curtis Brown added.

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