Alexander McQueen Found Dead?

dudara

Apparently Alexander McQueen has been found dead at his London home - Link. Suicide according to the article.

What a pity if this is true.

WindSock

http://www.instyle.co.uk/news/breaking-news-alexander-mcqueen-dies-tragically-11-02-10

British fashion designer found dead at his home in London's East End
The tragic news that British fashion designer Alexander McQueen has died has just been confirmed by the fashion house.
The fashion designer, whose first name was Lee but who designed under his middle name, Alexander, was one of Britain's finest fashion exports and a protégé of the late Isabella Blow.
As the designer's career continued its stellar ascent, he went on to be awarded the CBE and was named International Designer of the Year by the Council of Fashion Designer Awards a total of three times.
A representative from the design house said in a statement today:
"On behalf of Lee McQueen’s family, Alexander McQueen today announces the tragic news that Lee McQueen, the founder and designer of the Alexander McQueen brand has been found dead at his home. At this stage it is inappropriate to comment on this tragic news beyond saying that we are devastated and are sharing a sense of shock and grief with Lee’s family."

Yeah, looks like it. His stuff was awesome. RIP.

OldGoat

Like or loath his work youo have to be amazed by some of his creations.
A sad loss to the industry.



McQueens icionic Armadillo shoes.

electrogrimey

Yep, RIP. His stuff was amazing.

JP Liz V1

British fashion designer Alexander McQueen, whose cutting-edge dresses were worn by stars like Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Lady Gaga, was found dead in his London home this morning, reports The Associated Press. He was 40 years old. Cause-of-death rumors have begun to circulate online, but officials say the the cause of death remains unknown. McQueen rose to fame in the 90s, earning a reputation for controversial designs and lavish runway shows. A few of McQueen’s most famous works include Gwyneth Paltrow’s see-through 2002 Oscar dress and the “lobster claw” shoes worn by Lady Gaga in her 2009 “Bad Romance” music video.

RIP

Larianne

Fajitas!

RIP big man.

Little Miss Cutie

RIP

Goldenlady

:(:(:(:(:( Legend.... RIP x

tinkerbell

It's just so tragic He was such a talented designer.

RIP McQ

phasers

Such a loss to the industry, and didn't he recently lose his mother? The poor family.

RIP

wmpdd3

The Lovely Muffin

R.I.P

Twee.

Very sad news altogether. So young too.

Novella

Wow, very shocking news. Really sad. RIP.

fonpokno

Ah God very sad indeed. And so soon after his mother died. Terrible, such a young man.

insert-gear

First celebrity death I've actually cared about. Loved his stuff

Magenta

His stuff was gorgeous, Cheryl Cole wears it all the time.
It just goes to show, all the money and talent and recognition in the world, none of it matters in the end if you are not happy.

OutlawPete

fonpokno wrote: »

Ah God very sad indeed. And so soon after his mother died. Terrible, such a young man.

His mother interviewed him here:


http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2004/apr/20/guesteditors

aoife2k

I absolutely LOVED his creations and always said that if I ever won the Lotto I'd definately get myself a pair of those amazing shows (as showin in the pic above)....

What a loss to the industry....Sleep well Lee Alexander McQueen

Taz86

I first heard about him when he made some beautiful frock coats for David Bowie on his tour in 1997.

Wishing you peace now Lee Alexander.

Pythia

Personally never liked his stuff but you gotta admire his imagination and creativity. Very sad he felt this was his only option.