Jack Schlossberg calls Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's auctioned clothes 'super creepy'
- Jack Schlossberg expressed his discomfort regarding the auction of his aunt's clothing by Sotheby's.
- The auction features iconic fashion pieces, including coats valued at $30,000.
- Sotheby's and media segments highlighted Carolyn as a significant fashion icon, prompting criticism about exploiting her legacy.
In recent events, Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of late President John F. Kennedy, expressed his discontent regarding the auctioning of his late aunt Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's clothes by Sotheby's. This auction included three of Carolyn's iconic coats as part of the annual Fashion Icons sale, highlighting her status as a fashion icon despite having passed away nearly 25 years ago. Among the auctioned items was a prestigious jacket from Prada, and some coats were valued at up to $30,000. The auction has drawn significant media attention, particularly highlighted during a segment on The Today Show, where hosts Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie showcased the pieces and discussed Carolyn's influence on fashion. However, Schlossberg found this public display and the commercialization of his aunt's clothing to be inappropriate, labeling the situation as 'super creepy' in an Instagram story where he called out the auction’s focus on profiting from her legacy rather than addressing relevant issues. Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who was married to John F. Kennedy Jr., tragically died in a plane crash in 1999 along with her sister, Lauren Bessette. Despite her untimely death, her chic style has continued to influence younger generations, with many viewing her as a timeless style icon. Sotheby's referred to her as one of the 'most recognized and revered fashion icons of the 20th century,' acknowledging her impact on fashion through her minimalist style and elegance. The criticism from Schlossberg raises questions about the ethics of auctioning personal items belonging to deceased public figures, especially when it comes to their family members' feelings about such events. As this auction progresses, it inspires discussions around legacy, the commercialization of people's lives after death, and the response of relatives in such circumstances. The auction's inclusion of other prestigious fashion items further underscores the fashion industry's continuing fascination with Carolyn's lasting influence, showing the duality of admiration and discomfort surrounding the auction.