Fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld dies aged 85
Iconic fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld has sadly died at the age of 85.
The German-born designer and artistic director was one of the fashion industry’s most iconic and influential figures.
Best recognised by his white ponytail and dark sunglasses, Chanel’s creative director has been hailed as one of the most prolific designers of the modern age.
It’s believed he was battling pancreatic cancer, and had suffered weeks of ill health in the lead up to his passing.
An out pour of obituaries have flooded in from various designers, celebrities and the like, as the world wakes to the devastating news.
It was such an opportunity and a pleasure to have met you. There will never be another like you, Karl. You will be truly missed, thank you for everything ? #KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/B8bgMfc50u
— S (@itsSeIGomez92) February 19, 2019
A true LEGEND with a truly beautiful spirit; Thank you Karl for so many precious memories.. honored to have known you. With so much love and admiration, Mariah ♥️ #KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/XZrzuQgC7b
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) February 19, 2019
You bought so much beauty, style and grace to this world. Karl, you will forever be a true legend, an icon, an inspiration. #KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/3jNabil2Qe
— Kris Jenner (@KrisJenner) February 19, 2019
He reportedly leaves behind a US$200 million fortune.