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Kate Spade died 7 years ago: What to know about the iconic fashion designer
Kate Spade, the designer who helped characterize 1990s fashion with her iconic handbags, died by suicide seven years ago this week. Spade's death on June 5, 2018, stunned the fashion world, highlighting the silent struggles behind one of the industry's biggest names and, along with the death of Anthony Bourdain three days later, sparked a broader conversation about mental health amidst fame and success. A two-time Council of Fashion Designers of America award winner, Spade left behind a brand that captivated young women in the '90s and early aughts that endures today. Born Katherine Brosnahan in Kansas City, she co-founded her eponymous designer brand in 1993 with her future husband and business partner Andy Spade, the brother of comedian David Spade, in their New York City apartment. Started with hand-taped prototypes, Kate Spade became a rapid success, expanding to shoes, luggage and other accessories. Spade relinquished any ownership of her brand in the mid-2000s, which would change hands a few times before landing at Tapestry, Inc., formerly Coach, Inc., after a $2.4 billion purchase in 2017. Spade was found dead in her Upper East Side apartment in New York City. She was 55. Her cause of death was ruled suicide by hanging. In a statement reported by media at the time, Andy Spade said his late wife had "suffered from depression and anxiety for many years" but "was actively seeking help and working closely with her doctors to treat her disease, one that takes far too many lives." Her death was followed by Anthony Bourdain's suicide three days later. "There was no indication and no warning that she would do this. It was a complete shock," Andy Spade continued. "There were personal demons she was battling." Kate Spade's best friend Elyce Arons, who is writing a memoir titled "We Might Just Make It After All" about their friendship, said the couple "were trying to work things out," she told People in an interview published June 3. The book is set for release on June 17 through Simon & Schuster. Spade's daughter Frances Beatrice Valentine Spade was 13 at the time of her death. Police reported at the time that she left Frances, now 20, a note. In 2016, Kate Spade turned to a new brand based around her daughter, the luxury footwear and handbag company Frances Valentine, with which she remained active until her death. If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call 988 any time day or night, or chat online. Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Kate Spade death: Fashion designer died 7 years ago
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Virginia Giuffre feared she would lose £12million Prince Andrew payout before she died by suicide, pal claims
She was engaged in a court battle at the time of her death VIRGINIA'S PAIN Virginia Giuffre feared she would lose £12million Prince Andrew payout before she died by suicide, pal claims Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VIRGINIA Giuffre feared losing millions in a court battle with another Jeffrey Epstein victim in the lead up to her death, her friend has claimed. The 41-year-old was reported to have been "extremely distressed" in the lead up to her death by suicide on April 25 in Australia. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Duke of York's accuser Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide last month 3 Epstein survivor Rino Oh 3 Prince Andrew, Virginia Giuffre, and Ghislaine Maxwell posing for a photo Credit: AFP Giuffre was being sued by artist Rina Oh for falsely describing her as a girlfriend of Epstein as well as one of the sex offender's recruiters. The lawsuit will pass on to her estate under New York law. Sources close to Giuffre have told The Mirror: "Virginia was extremely distressed in the weeks before she died. "She felt like everything she had fought so hard for was going or gone." Giuffre is believed to have received a substantial sum of money in an out-of-court settlement from Prince Andrew. She had accused him of sexually assaulting her when she was 17. The Duke of York has repeatedly denied the claims. In addition to the claims about Epstein, tweets in Giuffre's name issued accusations of physical assault against Oh. Oh has denied the allegations against her and says that she was also a victim of Epstein's abuse victims. In the court filing, her lawyer said: "Considering the high profile nature of the Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Prince Andrew story, [Giuffre] knew that accusing [Oh], a fellow victim, of such horrible things, would maximise the spread and harm and damage to [Oh]. "[Giuffre] has maliciously reiterated and republished these defamations and slanders in prior and subsequent tweets and interviews on podcasts, TV and for magazines, as well as in her memoirs entitled Billionaire's Playboy Club. "These defamations and slanders by Defendant are causing [Oh] great harm." Oh's lawsuit is expected to be used by Prince Andrew to attack Giuffre, who sued the Duke in 2021 for sex abuse. It is reported that a $12 million settlement was reached, although the figure has been disputed. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, chat on or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
