Choupette Lagerfeld.Photo: Choupette Lagerfeld/Instagram
Turns out a litter box won’t be required in theinfamous Met Museum bathroomafter all.
On Monday, a rep for Karl Lagerfeld’s cat, Choupette, confirmed she wouldn’t be attending the 2023 Met Gala in a post on her official Instagram page. Though it had been rumored the fancy feline would go to the N.Y.C. event —which this year, honors Lagerfeldand his work at Chanel — she clearly had comfier plans.
“A million thanks to all of you my fans, animal lovers & Daddy’s admirers. You have all shown the kindest enthusiasm and unconditional support, I say MERCI !” the post began. “Many people invited me to walk the red carpet of the #METGALA2023 in tribute to Daddy, but we preferred to stay peacefully & cozy at home. We pay tribute to my Daddy every day since his parting and we are very moved to see one more day dedicated to him. With love, forever Choupette.”
The caption was repeatedin French.
There were even rumors that she had inherited Lagerfeld’s fortune when hedied in 2019.
Choupette — whose name means “sweetie” in French — helped Lagerfeld “become a nicer person” he once said. “There is something very touching about her, you see,” he told PEOPLE in 2019. “Even if she is spoiled beyond.”
The cat does live the good life,celebrating her birthday on a private jetin 2022 and getting lots of sunshine and snuggles,per her Instagram.
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Choupette Lagerfeld.Choupette Lagerfeld/Instagram
“He was a true icon who touched the lives of everyone he came in contact with, especially moi. He will forever live in my now broken heart and the hearts of all his supporters around the world,” continued the post. “I am eternally grateful for the life and love he gave me through adoption. I will never forget the moments we’ve shared together traveling, exploring, and creating.”
His past indiscretionshave caused some, like Jameela Jamil,to speak out against the 2023 Met Gala.
The Met Gala will take place Monday night, May 1 in New York City; stay tuned to People.com for full coverage of the glamorous event.
source: people.com
