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Depression does not discriminate and comes without warning. RIP Kate Spade. Love to her family.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

— josh groban (@joshgroban) June 5, 2018

“I believed that I could, so I did”. She alone didn’t change the handbag world but she was an inspiring accessory. #KateSpade #RIP

— Mr. Kenneth Cole (@mr_kennethcole) June 5, 2018

Poor @katespadeny to be in so much pain. Success doesn’t make you happy. True love & peace does.

— Bethenny Frankel (@Bethenny) June 5, 2018

Kate Spade was more than a designer. She had a quirky visual language that captivated Bat Mitzvah girls and artists alike. She was also a staple of NYC who spread good will. My heart breaks for her family. Thank you, Kate, from one of the millions you made feel beautiful.

— ?? Lena Dunham ?? (@lenadunham) June 5, 2018

Rest In Peace to a designer that brought so much color and vibrancy to the fashion world. #KateSpade pic.twitter.com/v5qfFq9f68

— FIDM (@FIDM) June 5, 2018

Very saddened to hear about the passing of Kate Spade. Mental illness does not discriminate and can happen to anyone with any circumstances. I hope she has found peace ??

— Lucy Hale (@lucyhale) June 5, 2018

Kate Spade’s tragic passing is a painful reminder that we never truly know another’s pain or the burden they carry. If you are struggling with depression and contemplating suicide, please, please seek help. https://t.co/eruSexNoGj

— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) June 5, 2018

Me heart goes out to Kate Spade's family. May we all take note that we never know what goes on in someone’s life. Be kind to people today, even those you think have it all. https://t.co/1SFbSRfQK6

— Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) June 5, 2018

If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741.

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