'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein filmed new reality series months before shock death at 84
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Jocelyn Wildenstein, famously dubbed the 'Catwoman' for her feline-inspired plastic surgery, was preparing for a return to the limelight before her unexpected death on Tuesday at 85. The Swiss socialite, once a billionaire, had been filming a reality show just a year prior, according to TMZ.
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Produced by Christine Peters and Jeff Jenkins, the series followed Jocelyn's transition from her longtime New York City roots to a new life in Los Angeles. Filming reportedly spanned a month, but the project remains in limbo, still searching for a network or streaming platform.
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Despite its uncertain fate, insiders shared that Jocelyn was 'happy,' 'healthy,' and 'a joy to work with' during production. 'She fully enjoyed the experience,' the source added. Jocelyn Wildenstein , famously dubbed the 'Catwoman' for her feline-inspired plastic surgery, was preparing for a return to the limelight before her unexpected death on Tuesday at 85; (seen in 2022).
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The Swiss socialite, once a billionaire, had been filming a reality show just a year prior, according to TMZ; (seen in 1997). Sources reveal that the show is fully wrapped, with plenty of compelling footage ready to captivate audiences. Insiders remain optimistic about securing a platform to bring the series to viewers.
Wildenstein, born Jocelyne Périsset, was taking a nap in a Parisian palace at the time of her death, it was reported by Paris Match. Her longtime partner Lloyd Klein, 57, confirming she passed from a pulmonary embolism. The socialite frequently denied getting work done over the years and told DailyMail.com in 2018, 'I've always looked like Brigitte Bardot.'.
