Jacqueline Wilson's Real Name: Jacqueline Aitken (Dame Jacqueline Wilson)
Jacqueline Wilson → Jacqueline Aitken
Quick answer: Jacqueline Wilson's birth name was Jacqueline Aitken. She was born on December 17, 1945, in Bath, England. Wilson is her married surname; she was made a Dame in 2008.
Birth name and breakthrough
The National Portrait Gallery lists Dame Jacqueline Wilson née Aitken; Britannica and LOC confirm the 1945 Bath birth (NPG; Britannica; LOC). She became Britain's bestselling children's novelist with frank stories about foster care, divorce, and working-class childhood—especially The Story of Tracy Beaker.
Illustrated long-term by Nick Sharratt, her books sold tens of millions in the UK and beyond.
Honors
She served as Children's Laureate (2005–2007) and was appointed DBE in 2008. She continues to publish and advocate for children's reading.
The Story of Tracy Beaker book Jacqueline Wilson bestsellers bundle Children's Laureate related anthologies
FAQ
Birth name?
Jacqueline Aitken.
When born?
December 17, 1945, in Bath, England.
Why Wilson?
Married surname.
Famous character?
Tracy Beaker.
Dame when?
2008.
Laureate?
Children's Laureate 2005–2007.
Sources
Further reading: Wikipedia