Jocelyn Wildenstein, a Swiss socialite famously nicknamed “Catwoman” due to her dramatic cosmetic surgeries, has passed away at the age of 84.

Born Jocelyne Périsset on August 5, 1940, in Lausanne, Switzerland, she grew up in a middle-class family. Her father worked as a department store buyer, and her early years were far removed from the extravagant lifestyle she later became known for.

Wildenstein passed away on Tuesday at her Paris residence due to a pulmonary embolism, as confirmed by Paris Match and other local sources. Her partner, fashion designer Lloyd Klein, expressed deep sadness at her passing.

Wildenstein rose to global fame after her marriage to Alec Wildenstein, a French-born American billionaire. The couple met during a safari in Kenya in 1977 and tied the knot the following year. Their highly publicized divorce in the late 1990s resulted in a record-breaking $2.5 billion settlement.

Known for her love of art, African wildlife, and luxurious living, Wildenstein’s life was marked by both glamour and controversy. Her dramatic transformation through cosmetic surgeries earned her the nickname “Catwoman,” a moniker that followed her throughout her life.

Jocelyn Wildenstein’s legacy remains as extraordinary as her life, embodying a blend of opulence, adventure, and individuality.