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The true story of why Carolyn Bessette quit Calvin Klein — and how her relationship with JFK Jr. factored in

Carolyn Bessette left Calvin Klein in 1996 due to relentless paparazzi, travel, and wedding stress while seeking more meaningful work, sources say.

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The FX limited series "Love Story" explores Bessette's career with the iconic fashion brand. Carolyn Bessette on March 9, 1999, in New York City; Calvin Klein inside his New York City studioCredit: Patrick McMullan/Patrick McMullan via Getty; David Turner/WWD/Penske Media via GettyKey PointsCarolyn Bessette was working for Calvin Klein when she met John F. Kennedy Jr.She resigned in 1996, partly because of media and paparazzi attention. Afterwar…

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Why Did Carolyn Bessette Quit Calvin Klein? Inside the Moment She Decided to Leave

Carolyn Bessette worked at Calvin Klein for nearly eight years, starting as a store salesperson. She met John F. Kennedy Jr. during her time at the fashion brand before leaving in 1992.

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Entertainment Weekly broke the news in United States on Friday, March 6, 2026.
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