Bestselling Mississippi Author Greg Iles Passes Away at 65
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NatchezDemocrat.com
Greg Iles, a renowned New York Times bestselling author from Natchez, died at around 5 a.m. on August 15, 2025, after battling multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer. He delayed a stem cell transplant to complete his final book, 'Southern Man,' which addressed pressing political issues. Iles was celebrated for his talent, advocacy, and captivating storytelling, leaving a lasting legacy in his community.