Jacqueline Gold cause of death: What happened to Ann Summers founder?

British businesswoman and CEO of Ann Summers, Jacqueline Gold has been reported dead. She died following treatment for breast cancer.

Jacqueline Gold age at the time of death

How old was Jacqueline Gold when she died? What was Jacqueline Gold’s age at the time of death? Jacqueline Gold was 62 years old when she died.

She was a very successful businesswoman who grew into a great high street brand with more than high-street brand with more than 80 stores.

“It is with unspeakable sadness that Ann Summers confirms our amazing executive chair Jacqueline Gold CBE passed away yesterday evening with her husband, Dan, daughter Scarlett, and sister Vanessa, and brother-in-law Nick, by her side. Jacqueline is best known for founding Ann Summers and leading the business run by women, for women. She was also an activist for women in business and championed female entrepreneurs with the ambition to better the working environment for women. For an internship to Chief Executive Officer in less than 10 years, her determination and commitment to creating a unique retail offering led to the creation of a multi-channel retail chain, consisting of retail stores, direct sales ambassadors, and a fast-growing online and third-party business. It is her vision and creativity that saw Ann Summers grow from an unknown brand to a British household name and stable of the British high street,” a statement by the company read.

“Jacqueline’s death comes just two months after the passing of her father, David Gold, the joint-chairman of West Ham United FC. The thoughts and sincere condolences of everyone at Ann Summers are with Jacqueline’s husband, Dan, daughter Scarlett, and sister Vanessa at the extremely sad time,” the statement concluded.

“Jacqueline courageously battled stage four breast cancer for seven years and was an absolute warrior throughout her cancer journey,” her sister, Vanessa said.