Here’s How Celebrities Are Paying Tribute to Karl Lagerfeld

As the world reacted to news of Karl Lagerfeld's death today, a host of celebrities including Rihanna, Elton John, Kendall Jenner and others reacted to the legendary fashion designer's passing with an outpouring of love and respect on social media. Having created collections for luxury fashion houses Chanel and Fendi, as well as his own signature label, Lagerfeld's career spanned seven decades, and he helped shape luxury fashion in both the 20th and 21st century. Here's how models, celebrities and fellow fashion designers paid tribute to the Kaiser on Instagram and Twitter.  

The Godfather. #🖤 pic.twitter.com/vFLpEQxZ8N

— Rihanna (@rihanna) February 19, 2019

According to pop-star Rihanna, Lagerfeld was the fashion world's Godfather. We agree.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

What a talent. What an appetite for life. Wonderful and lethal company. Never a dull moment. Love, Elton xx @karllagerfeld #RIP

A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn) on Feb 19, 2019 at 5:22am PST

Singer Elton John Pais tribute to Lagerfeld's talent and appetite for life with his Instagram tribute -- an adorable photo of them almost, sort of kissing.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

today is the only full super moon in Virgo this year— what an honor to be a part of your beautiful shows. what an honor to be your bride. what an honor to be your friend. ❤️ RIP Karl, you are greatness in its purest form. we will remember you forever indeed, Virgo

A post shared by Kendall (@kendalljenner) on Feb 19, 2019 at 9:09am PST

Having walked for the iconic designer in the past, model Kendall Jenner feels honoured to have worked with him.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

“Evolution is the secret for the next step” - rest in peace, Karl Lagerfeld ❤

A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham) on Feb 19, 2019 at 4:42am PST

Football star David Beckham posted one of Karl Lagerfeld's iconic quotes.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

Karl Lagerfeld 🖤 You will never be forgotten ... & forever, you’ll be missed. In recent years, We have and will continue to lose so many legends .... time goes by and inevitably we lose the ones who paved the path before us to thrive . This changes everything .... we have to take responsibility , step in and step up..... we have to use more compassionate resources, we have to sustain, we have to get creative - make something new while honoring the hard work done for us ..... we have to do what pioneers like Karl would want us to do - make big impacts and change the world thru fashion! #NoFur #Sustainability #LoveOnly #NoShame #JustLove

A post shared by Miley Cyrus (@mileycyrus) on Feb 19, 2019 at 9:06am PST

Miley Cyrus put up a longer post, honouring Karl Lagerfeld's hard work and how he made a huge impact with Chanel partaking in the #NoFur movement.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

We lost a true legend!!!! You were such an inspiration to the world! You shot my first fashion shoot and I was so nervous to work with such an icon! The world is so much chicer because you existed! I am beyond honored to have met you and had the opportunity to work with you. You are so loved and will be so missed 💔

A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Feb 19, 2019 at 7:11am PST

Did you know Karl Lagerfeld shot Kim Kardashian West's first-ever fashion shoot? Now you do.  

Today the world lost a creative genius. We will miss you Karl! #RIPKarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/8MMcWqDphE

— Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) 19 February 2019

First Lady Melania Trump had some words for Lagerfeld as well, calling him a creative genius.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

You made me feel like a princess. I never quite understood what you saw in me but I am forever grateful for the support that you and Chanel have given me over the last 15 years. Rest In Peace Karl, you were a true genius and will be missed, so much.

A post shared by LILY ALLEN (@lilyallen) on Feb 19, 2019 at 4:04am PST

British singer-songwriter Lily Allen, known for her edginess, has expressed her gratitude for the legendary designer's support over the years.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

“I will miss Karl. I will miss just knowing that Karl is somewhere in the world designing and quipping as he always has. He seemed permanent. A fundamental part of fashion and of the world. It is strange that he is no longer with us. I am deeply sad that he is gone.” - Tom Ford

A post shared by TOM FORD (@tomford) on Feb 19, 2019 at 12:57pm PST

American designer and director Tom Ford spoke about his sorrow and how he will miss Karl Lagerfeld.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

Karl your genius touched the lives of so many, especially Gianni and I. We will never forget your incredible talent and endless inspiration. We were always learning from you.

A post shared by Donatella Versace (@donatella_versace) on Feb 19, 2019 at 3:51am PST

Italian designer Donatella Versace, a legend in her own right, calls Karl a genius and an endless inspiration. Which of course, he is.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

The only thing more inspiring than #karllagerfeld’s prolific creative genius was his kind heart, generosity and irreverent spirit! His mark on the fashion industry will live on forever, his loss resonates deeply with all who had the privilege to work with him ❤️

A post shared by Karlie Kloss (@karliekloss) on Feb 19, 2019 at 9:01am PST

Supermodel and entrepreneur Karlie Kloss spoke of Karl Lagerfeld's spirit, and how inspiring the man truly was.  

 

View this post on Instagram

 

🖤

A post shared by 🦋 (@bellahadid) on Feb 19, 2019 at 10:45am PST

Bella Hadid commemorated Karl Lagerfeld by posting a carousel of the many times she worked together with the prolific designer.  

Fashion world loses one of its most influential designer. Thanks for the talent. RIP #KarlLagerfeld pic.twitter.com/d52MSMBlcl

— Antonio Banderas (@antoniobanderas) 19 February 2019

Spanish actor and director Antonio Banderas says it all: The fashion world has definitely lost one of its most influential designers.

The post Here’s How Celebrities Are Paying Tribute to Karl Lagerfeld appeared first on Prestige Online - Hong Kong.