> ## Content Index
> Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.gtv.blue/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further.

# 100 Heroes: Karl Lagerfeld
- URL: https://www.gtv.blue/karl-lagerfeld/
- Published: 2025-09-09T23:01:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-09-10T07:31:49.000Z
- Description: A controversial fashion icon.
- Author: Gareth Johnson
- Tags: 100 Heroes

Karl Lagerfeld was an iconic fashion designer. 

### Early life

Born in 1933 in Hamburg, Germany, Lagerfeld was sent to Paris to finish his schooling. He majored in drawing and history.

### Career

n 1955, Lagerfeld entered a coat design competition. He won the competition, which led to him being hired by Pierre Balmain – the founder of the Balmain fashion label. Working with Balmain was Lagerfeld’s entry into the world of fashion, and he was soon designing freelance for a number of high-end fashion houses.

In 1967, Lagerfeld was hired by Fendi to modernise their fur line. Lagerfeld remained with Fendi until his death.

In the 1983, Lagerfeld was hired by Chanel. Lagerfeld brought life back into the company, making it a huge success by revamping its ready-to-wear fashion line.

In 1984, Lagerfeld began his own Karl Lagerfeld brand.

Lagerfeld has been a controversial figure in the fashion world. His extensive use of fur in his collection has drawn protests from animal rights groups. He was also fond of creating scandals with his fashion shows, or by making outrageous statements.

His influence on fashion is undeniable. He made Chanel a power brand, he helped models become superstars, and he brought drama and excitement to what women wear.

### Personal life

Lagerfeld had a long-term relationship with Jacques de Bascher, who died in 1989.

In his later years, Lagerfeld was devoted to his cat, Choupette – a red point Birman. While details of Lagerfeld’s estate have not been made public, it’s understood that Choupette inherited a considerable amount of money.

Lagerfeld died in 2019, aged 85.

## Sign up for full access to G-TV

Immerse yourself in the world of gay men.

Subscribe 

Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. 

Free to join. Unsubscribe anytime.

[![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/e8/3f/e83f7e76-af4a-4e9f-a171-931e3df7b588/content/images/2025/06/Telegram_logo.svg-1-1-7.webp)](https://t.me/+zRc2cMa1hMZlMjI0?ref=gtv.blue)

[Join the Telegram channel for the Naked Men Talking community](https://t.me/+zRc2cMa1hMZlMjI0?ref=gtv.blue)