It's official: Karl Lagerfeld's beloved cat Choupette will not be attending this year's Met Gala

• Karl Lagerfeld's beloved cat Choupette will not attend the 2023 Met Gala.
• Representatives for the cat shared the news on Instagram, and thanked the late designer's fans.

Despite speculation among fashion fans, Karl Lagerfeld's cat will not be a guest at the 2023 Met Gala.

In an Instagram post on Monday, representatives for Choupette — Lagerfeld's beloved Birman cat — addressed the late designer's fans who were hoping to catch the feline at the event, which is honoring Lagerfeld's work this year.

"Many people invited me to walk the red carpet of the #METGALA2023 in tribute to Daddy, but we preferred to stay peacefully & cozy at home," the Instagram post said.

It continued: "We pay tribute to my Daddy every day since his parting and we are very moved to see one more day dedicated to him."

The post, which was written in English and French, also shared a message of thanks to those who wished to see Choupette on the red carpet.

"A million thanks to all of you my fans, animal lovers & Daddy's admirers," the post said. "You have all shown the kindest enthusiasm and unconditional support, I say MERCI!"

This year's Met Gala theme has been dubbed "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty," and the dress code is "in honor of Karl."

The event will celebrate his life and career, and the museum's adjacent Costume Institute exhibit will include more than 150 pieces, many of which will be displayed alongside sketches from the designer, Vogue reported.