New York socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein , famously known as "Catwoman" for her distinctively feline features, has recently shared a rare glimpse of her pre-surgery appearance , offering the world a peek into her past. The 82-year-old took to Instagram to post a touching photo in celebration of her daughter Diane's birthday on August 25, revealing a different side to the woman who has long been a subject of fascination and public speculation. In the nostalgic photograph, a younger Jocelyn cradles her then-infant daughter, Diane, with a look of serene maternal pride.
"Happy Birthday to my beautiful daughter Diane Wildenstein," the Swiss-born socialite lovingly captioned the post. Diane, along with her brother Alex Jr., are the children she shares with her late ex-husband, billionaire art dealer Alec Wildenstein.
The Wildensteins’ tumultuous divorce in 1997 propelled them into the public eye, with Jocelyn quickly becoming a fixture in the media. The high-profile split earned her a series of sensational nicknames, including "The Bride of Wildenstein" and the more enduring "Catwoman," the latter of which stemmed from her strikingly feline facial features—features that have intrigued, mystified, and even shocked the public for decades. Jocelyn has been open about her extensive cosmetic surgery, explaining in past interviews that her transformations were partly influenced by Alec’s disdain for aging.
"He hates to be with old people," she reportedly said during their divorce pro.