The House of Karl Lagerfeld has confirmed the news of his death, following French media reports.
The official Instagram account for the fashion designer's own label posted: “The House of KARL LAGERFELD shares, with deep emotion and sadness, the passing of its creative director, Karl Lagerfeld, on February 19, 2019, in Paris, France.
“He was one of the most influential and celebrated designers of the 21st century and an iconic, universal symbol of style. Driven by a phenomenal sense of creativity, Karl was passionate, powerful and intensely curious.
“He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy as one of the greatest designers of our time, and there are no words to express how much he will be missed.”
Lagerfeld spent over 30 years as creative director of the French luxury fashion house Chanel, as part of his seven-decade career as one of fashion's most iconic figures.
