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Writer Lj Smith died at the age of 66.
“Lisa Jane Smith of Danville, California peacefully died on Saturday, March 8, 2025, after a long bull with illness,” Writ of Memorial on the Writer’s website read. “Known to their readers as LJ Smith, Lisa was New York Times Young adult fiction young people author. “
SMRY OFFICER The cause of death Not revealed. In 2015, he was hospitalized for two months and on a breathing machine due to a battle with unnatural granulomatosis with polyangiitis. She suffered serious damage to her kidneys, heart, liver and gallbladder at the time. It is unclear whether the diseases are related.
Throughout her career, Smith wrote more than 29 books including Vampire diariesadapted into a TV series starring Nina Dobrev. Paul Wesley. Ian somerhalder and more. As well as Vampire diariesSmith specify Evening world. The secret circle (also adapted to a short -lived CW series), Dark visions and The forbidden game.
The 2009 vampire premiere in 2009 introduced fans to one of the most memorable vampire themed series to date. The CW show, which ran for eight seasons until 2017, occurred in Mystic Falls, Virginia, the home of legendary creatures and human beings alike. As well as stories of people becoming vampires, or discovering (…)
“His novels were not only entertained, but also offered comfort and inspiration, making him a beloved companion to readers around the world,” noted his OBIT.
Smith has been survived by her long time partner Julie Divolasister, Judy CliffordJudy’s children, Lauren Clifford and Brian CliffordBrian’s wife, Taylor Acampora and the son of Lauren, Wyatt Nicholson.
“Lisa was a kind and gentle soul, whose brightness, creativity, resilience and empathy, enlightened her family’s lives, friends and supporters alike,” read the statement. “She will be remembered for her imaginative spirit, her innovative role in supernatural fiction, and her generosity, warmth and heart, on and off the page.”
The page ended with a quote from Smith himself who was reading, “Nothing actually dies as long as he hasn’t forgotten him.”
Many supporters paid tribute and shared their sympathy for the late writer in LJ Smith’s official news and updates Facebook group.
“Thank you for helping me turn into the strong woman I am today, by portraying strong female characters in your works. Thank you for showing me empathy towards others making you stronger,” one user wrote. “Thank you for having characters who were facing adversity and never gave up what they believed in. Thanks for showing the power of true friendship. Thanks for interacting with your fans and showing us love. The gifts you gave to this world will ensure that you will never be forgotten.
Another fan shared, “Her writing and her stories where my love began to first books. No other books hold a higher place in my heart (than it) does. May it rest in peace 🩷.”
