 Author Of 'Interview With The Vampire' Anne Rice Dies At 80

Celebrated author Anne Rice died earlier today, aged 80. She is survived by her son, author Christopher Travis Rice.

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Anne Rice is best known for her gothic and erotic literature, including the novel “Interview with the Vampire”.

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The book was made into a movie with an eponymous name, starring the likes of Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise.

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Another of Rice’s books, “Queen of the Damned” was also made into a movie, starring and dedicated to the late music sensation, Aaliyah.

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Anne was married for 41 years to poet and painter Stan Rice till he passed of brain cancer in 2002. Her son, Christopher is also a bestselling author.

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Christopher took to Facebook and Instagram to inform Anne Rice’s fans of her passing, due to complications resulting from a stroke.

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Fans were quick to post their condolences to the Rice family, calling Anne’s life “well-lived”.

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Christopher also added, “Anne will be interred in our family's mausoleum at Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans in a private ceremony.”

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For all her fans and readers, a public event will take place in New Orleans next year, to celebrate her life and legacy. RIP, Anne Rice.

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