She founded Skweez Couture Shapewear, Hosiery and Leggings and Jill Zarin Jewelry, both sold on HSN television and Major Department and Specialty Stores.
She has one daughter, Allyson Shapiro, and stepson Jonathan Zarin, David Zarin and stepdaughter Jennifer Zarin.
Release of her book, "Secrets of a Jewish Mother: Real Advice, Real Stories, Real Love" by Jill with Lisa Wexler. (May 2010)