Celebrities React To Kate Spade's Demise

On Tuesday, June 5, Kate Spade was found dead in Manhattan apartment. The apparent cause of death was suicide. She was 55.

The designer used her iconic aesthetic to craft clothing, home accessories, and, perhaps most famously, handbags.

After selling the remainder of her company to Neiman Marcus Group in 2006, Spade created Frances Valentine, a shoe brand named after her daughter, Frances Beatrix, now 13. (Spade reportedly changed her last name to Valentine following the launch of her new brand.)

She is survived by daughter Frances and her husband Andy Spade, whom she wed in 1994.

Following the news of her death, celebrities took to social media to express their condolences. Many shared their own experiences with Spade and her iconic designs. Click through to read the messages shared in the wake of Spade's death.

If you are thinking about suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Suicide Crisis Line at 1-800-784-2433.

Chelsea Clinton

"My grandmother gave me my first Kate Spade bag when I was in college. I still have it. Holding Kate’s family, friends and loved ones in my heart."

Kristen Taekman

"My heart is heavy after learning about the news of #katespade passing... My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones..."

Bethenny Frankel

"Poor @katespadeny to be in so much pain. Success doesn’t make you happy. True love & peace does."

Josh Groban

"Depression does not discriminate and comes without warning. RIP Kate Spade. Love to her family. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255"

Mia Farrow

"You are not alone: national suicide hotline. 1-800-273-8255"

Alyson Stoner

"Kate. You never know what someone is going through. Please call 24/7 Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 #katespade."

Roxane Gay

"RIP Kate Spade. God damn."

Lucy Hale

"Very saddened to hear about the passing of Kate Spade. Mental illness does not discriminate and can happen to anyone with any circumstances. I hope she has found peace"

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Original Article

Fashion

July 26, 2018