Both IN FASHION and FASHIONTELEVISION are presenting timely portraits on late British fashion designer and icon Alexander McQueen, who was found dead at his home in London this week. First up, IN FASHION: REMEMBERING MCQUEEN, where Glen Baxter recaps the designer’s news-making moments; followed by FASHIONTELEVISION PRESENTS: THE INCREDIBLE LIFE & TRAGIC DEATH OF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, where Jeanne Beker (reporting from Vancouver where she is getting ready to cover the 2010 Olympic Winter Games) re-caps remarkable moments shared with McQueen both in-front of and behind-the-cameras. See below for details:
IN FASHION: REMEMBERING MCQUEEN
Airs: Saturday, February 13 at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on STAR! and 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on FashionTelevisionChannel
Encore Presentation: Sunday, February 14 at 5 p.m. ET on CP24
From McQueen’s vast influence, to the people that respected him, IN FASHION REMEMBERING MCQUEEN examines the extraordinary life and career of British fashion icon Alexander McQueen. Hosted by Glen Baxter, this special edition of IN FASHION also includes an exclusive feature interview with McQueen in San Francisco, where he was given an honorary doctorate degree from the Academy of Art University. The special also features some of McQueen’s most memorable runway presentations that captured the imagination of his many fans.
FASHIONTELEVISION PRESENTS: THE INCREDIBLE LIFE & TRAGIC DEATH OF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
Airs: Saturday, February 13 at 5:30 p.m. ET on STAR!
Encore Presentation: Feb. 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET on FashionTelevisionChannel
FASHIONTELEVISION presents a timely portrait on legendary British fashion designer and icon Alexander McQueen. Hosted by Jeanne Beker, this half-hour special examines the life of one of the most influential designers of the past decade and celebrates his extraordinary career and impact in the fashion world. McQueen was found dead at his home in London earlier this week. Known for being “press shy,” Beker was able to develop a relationship with McQueen over the years and capture remarkable backstage moments on film. In this special, FT looks back at McQueen’s rise to fame, his most memorable collections, and biggest fans – including commentary from celebrities and fashion’s most elite.
