A shockwave hit the fashion world yesterday (February 11) with the news of British designer Alexander McQueen’s death at age 40.
Many stars, including Kate Moss, are overcome. A Moss rep says, "Kate is shocked and devastated at the tragic loss of her dear friend Lee McQueen. Her thoughts are with his family at this sad time."
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker also expressed her grief, saying the red carpet would not be the same without him. "I am shocked and overcome with grief upon learning about the untimely death of the quiet genius Alexander McQueen. My heart goes out to his family and all those who worked for and with him," says Parker. McQueen had dressed her personally for the London premiere of Sex and the City.
Several other stars, from Kim Kardashian to Dita Von Teese, paid tribute to McQueen on their Twitter page.
The designer, born Lee Alexander McQueen, died Wednesday night (February 10) at his London home.