The late Karl Lagerfeld's will is under scrutiny, sparking a legal battle over his €200 million fortune. The German media has reported that the designer's nieces and nephews, his only living relatives, are challenging his will. The will, finalized in April 2016, bequeathed the majority of his estate to his assistant, godson, and two male models, leaving his family with nothing. This has led to a heated debate about the distribution of his wealth, with the nieces and nephews potentially benefiting from an annulment of the will under French inheritance law. The intrigue surrounding the contestation is fitting of Lagerfeld's enigmatic and fearsome reputation, as he was known for his heartless and cold demeanor. His beloved cat, Choupette, is unlikely to be affected by the dispute, as her luxurious lifestyle was ensured during his lifetime. However, the benefactors named in the disputed will may be affected, including Sébastien Jondeau, who was exceptionally close to the designer. The legal challenges surrounding Lagerfeld's estate are not limited to this dispute, as the tax authorities believe his primary residence was in Paris, not Monaco, resulting in an unpaid tax bill of between €20 and 40 million.
