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Catherine Walker was born on 27 June, 1945 in France, is a British fashion designer. Discover Catherine Walker's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 35 years old?

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Occupation actress
Age 35 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 27 June, 1975
Birthday 27 June
Birthplace France
Date of death 23 September, 2010
Died Place Sussex, United Kingdom
Nationality France

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Catherine Walker Height, Weight & Measurements

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Who Is Catherine Walker's Husband?

Her husband is John Walker (m. 1970–1975), Said Cyrus (m. ?–2010)

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Husband John Walker (m. 1970–1975), Said Cyrus (m. ?–2010)
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Children Naomi Walker, Marianne Walker

Catherine Walker Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Catherine Walker worth at the age of 35 years old? Catherine Walker’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actress. She is from France. We have estimated Catherine Walker's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Actress

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1945

Catherine Walker (27 June 1945 – 23 September 2010) was a French-born fashion designer based in London.

Born Catherine Marguerite Marie-Therese Baheux in Calais, France, Walker is known for having supplied over a thousand garments for Diana, Princess of Wales.

Walker studied aesthetics and philosophy at the universities of Lille and Aix-en-Provence and achieved a master's degree.

While studying for a PhD she moved to London and lived in Earl's Court.

1970

She became a permanent resident after marrying solicitor John Walker in 1970.

The couple had two daughters.

1975

In 1975 John Walker died while on holiday in France.

Her second husband was Said Cyrus from Iran, a lecturer at the Chelsea School of Art who also became her business partner.

She began her life in fashion, selling children’s clothes.

She later moved into designing for women, specialising in high-end evening dresses, occasionwear and wedding gowns.

1976

In 1976, she set up her own company The Chelsea Design Company in Sydney Street, Chelsea.

1977

Catherine Walker opened her business in 1977 in Sydney Street, London.

She was a successful couturiere for over 30 years.

Walker designed two seasonal collections per year, as well as wedding gowns and created a range of skincare products.

Following her death, her husband Said Cyrus took over the business as head designer.

He continues to run it with the same philosophy, focusing on bespoke garments for clients and eschewing runway shows, large marketing campaigns, and the wholesale trade.

Catherine Walker became one of the Princess of Wales' favourite designers.

1981

Her professional relationship with Diana began three months after Diana's marriage to Prince Charles in 1981, and lasted until Diana's death sixteen years later, during which time Walker provided the Princess with many of her most iconic garments.

Prince William had a few coats made by Catherine Walker as a child.

1991

In 1991, Walker was awarded Designer of the Year for Glamour and in 1990 Designer of the Year for Couture at the British Fashion Awards.

1992

The Duke of Kent's daughter, Lady Helen Taylor (née Windsor), wore a Catherine Walker design for her 1992 wedding to Tim Taylor.

1995

Walker was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1995.

She became a founding sponsor of Breast Cancer Haven.

2010

She has been seen wearing the designer's coatdress to the memorial service for Catherine Walker in 2010.

She almost always wears the designer's pieces to the formal royal events, most recently the coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey, London.

Sophie Winkleman formally Lady Frederick Windsor, the sister-in-law of Lady Gabriella Kingston is also a fan of the Catherine Walker fashion house.

She has been seen in CW outfit for many formal royal events

Walker's designs are also chosen by Diana's daughter-in-law, Catherine, Princess of Wales.

Catherine Walker has become one of the Princess of Wales favourite designers and she chooses to wear the designer’s creations for important events such as royal tours abroad.

Carole Middleton also wore Catherine Walker for numerous public occasions.

Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway has been seen wearing a classic Catherine Walker coatdress in red during a Nobel Peace price ceremony.

Walker died on September 23, 2010, in a hospital after being found unconscious by a neighbour at her home in Sussex, England.

She had suffered breast cancer and was a founding Sponsor of the charity called "Breast Cancer Haven".

Catherine Walker is survived by her second husband Said Ismael Cyrus and her two daughters, Naomi and Marianne, from her first marriage.

2011

Katharine, Duchess of Kent has worn a Catherine Walker dress to William, Prince of Wales wedding in 2011

Lady Gabriella Kingston has been seen in the CW designs since her teenage years and has stayed loyal to the brand.

2017

J.K. Rowling has worn a Paddington coatdress to receive a Companion of Honour in 2017.

2019

Marie Chevallier - wife of Louis Robert Paul Ducruet (son of Princess Stéphanie of Monaco and Daniel Ducruet), has chosen a Catherine Walker coatdress to attend a mass at Monaco Cathedral during the celebrations marking Monaco's National Day in Monaco, on November 19, 2019.

2020

Judi Dench has worn a bespoke Catherine Walker piece for British Vogue -Ask a legend interview in 2020.