Jocelyn Wildenstein, the famed socialite often referred to as “Catwoman” for her striking feline-inspired features after numerous cosmetic procedures, passed away in Paris on Tuesday at the age of 84. Her death was attributed to a pulmonary embolism, according to reports.
Final Days in Paris
Wildenstein was last seen in public on December 18, appearing vibrant and healthy as she strolled through the streets of Paris with her fiancé, Lloyd Klein, a much younger fashion designer.
Dressed in a fur jacket, black leggings, boots, and her signature oversized sunglasses, Wildenstein smiled warmly at onlookers, her flowing blonde hair cascading over her shoulders.
Her death occurred in a luxurious Parisian palace, as reported by Paris Match. Klein confirmed the news, expressing his sadness in an official statement released through AFP.
The sudden loss of Wildenstein has left many reflecting on her life, which was as dramatic and extraordinary as her transformation.
A Remarkable Life and Iconic Transformation
Born Jocelyne Périsset in Lausanne, Switzerland, in 1940, Wildenstein rose to fame through her high-profile marriage to billionaire art dealer Alec Wildenstein.
Their opulent lifestyle and tumultuous divorce captured headlines around the world. However, it was her dramatic physical transformation