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\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n Fans were hoping that Karl Lagerfeld<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s beloved cat would make a red carpet appearance at the 2023 Met Gala<\/strong><\/a>. However, it was not meant to be. <\/p>\n If you were unaware, the late designer and his artistry inspired the theme for the biggest night in fashion this year. Karl<\/strong> passed away in 2019, but his pet Choupette <\/strong>is still alive and well. <\/p>\n There were rumors that she would make an appearance in his memory, but she released a statement a few hours before the event began letting fans know why she\u2019d be missing out. <\/p>\n Read more about Karl Lagerfeld\u2019s cat missing the 2023 Met Gala\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cA million thanks to all of you my fans, animal lovers & Daddy\u2019s admirers,\u201d Choupette<\/strong>\u2018s new owner wrote in a post on Instagram on Monday (May 1). \u201cYou have all shown the kindest enthusiasm and unconditional support, I say MERCI ! 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.\u201d<\/p>\n While Choupette <\/strong>didn\u2019t make it to the 2023 Met Gala, multiple celebrities paid tribute to the stylish feline. Doja Cat<\/strong><\/a> pulled off an epic transformation into what many believe was Karl<\/strong>\u2018s beloved cat with the help of prosthetics<\/a>. Jared Leto<\/strong><\/a> took a more literal approach, wearing a cat costume complete with a furry mask<\/a> before changing into a second look.<\/p>\n If you want to know more about the iconic designer, we pulled together five fast facts<\/a> to help you get to know him better.<\/p>\n Check out Choupette\u2019s post below\u2026<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n