1917 - 2007
Sidney Sheldon was an American author and television screenwriter, born on February 11, 1917, and passing on January 30, 2007. He is best known for his bestselling novels, including "Master of the Game" and "The Other Side of Midnight," which often featured complex plots and strong female protagonists. Additionally, Sheldon won several Emmy Awards for his work on television shows like "I Dream of Jeannie" and "The Patty Duke Show."