Jocelyn Wildenstein, Socialite Known as 'Catwoman', Dies

Jocelyn Wildenstein, the 84-year-old socialite known as 'Catwoman' for her extensive cosmetic procedures, died suddenly on New Year's Eve in Paris from a pulmonary embolism, according to reports. Her partner, Lloyd Klein, described her final moments as peaceful, stating they had just enjoyed a happy hour together before taking a nap. Klein later found her unresponsive, attributing her death to complications from phlebitis, which he claimed caused severe swelling and blocked blood flow. Wildenstein gained worldwide fame after her high-profile divorce from billionaire Alec Wildenstein in 1999, which significantly increased her wealth. She was survived by her two children, Diane and Alec Jr., who have largely maintained private lives despite their mother's notoriety. Wildenstein's life was marked by her fascination with beauty and high society, making her a prominent figure in the social scene until her untimely death.