Karl Lagerfeld's cat Choupette to NOT attend Met Gala 2023: Preferred to stay at home

Karl Lrfeld's cat Choupette Lrfeld, who was reported to walk red carpet at Met Gala 2023, will t be attending fashion event in New York City. This year's Met me is Karl Lrfeld: A Line of Beauty, in hour of late German designer. However, Choupette will t be at red carpet, contrary to speculations. 

An Instagram post was shared on Choupette's handle, which confirmed her absence from fashion event. caption read, "A million thanks to all of you my fans, animal lovers & Daddy's admirers. You have all shown kindest enthusiasm and unconditional support, I say MERCI ! Many people invited me to walk red carpet of #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 (sic)."

Earlier, Choupette's nt exclusively confirmed to  Post that Karl's cat has been invited to this year's Met Gala. “She got invitation,” My Pet ncy owner said. He added, “It’s an event in hor of legacy of Karl, and Choupette is obviously a central part of legacy.” reason behind her absence at Meta Gala is t kwn. 

Karl Lrfeld and Choupette's bond

Karl Lrfeld and Choupette's relationship dates back to 2012. He was taking care of  feline in absence of Baptiste Giabiconi, his model friend. When Giabiconi had to leave for a vacation, he let Lrfeld keep his cat as he grew fond of her. Soon after, Choupette became designer's favorite. She rose to fame on internet and w enjoys a massive fan following of 160k followers.