Giorgio Armani, the legendary Italian fashion designer who transformed global style with his minimalist tailoring and timeless elegance, has died at the age of 91. His company confirmed that he passed away peacefully in Milan on Wednesday, surrounded by close family and friends.
Armani, often called “King Giorgio”, was one of the most influential figures in modern fashion. He founded the Armani brand in 1975 and built it into a global empire spanning clothing, accessories, perfumes, hotels, and restaurants, while maintaining full ownership and creative control.
His relaxed, unstructured suits revolutionized menswear in the late 20th century and helped define women’s power dressing in the 1980s. Armani also became a red-carpet favorite in Hollywood, dressing stars from Richard Gere and Julia Roberts to Cate Blanchett and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Tributes from across the fashion and entertainment world poured in following news of his death. Actor Julia Roberts said the world had lost “a giant of elegance,” while designer Donatella Versace described him as “the master who changed fashion forever.”
Armani had been in fragile health in recent months and, for the first time in his career, missed Milan Fashion Week in June 2025. Despite this, he continued working until his final days.
A public viewing will be held at the Armani/Teatro in Milan on September 6 and 7, followed by a private funeral service as per his wishes.
Giorgio Armani never married and had no children, but he leaves behind a close-knit family and trusted associates who are set to continue his legacy. His younger sister Rosanna Armani, nieces Silvana and Roberta, and nephew Andrea Camerana all hold senior roles within the Armani Group, while his longtime collaborator Pantaleo “Leo” Dell’Orco has been a central figure in the brand since the late 1970s. Together with the Armani Foundation, which he established in 2016 to safeguard the company’s independence, they will oversee the future of the $12.1 billion empire, ensuring the house of Armani remains under the stewardship of those he trusted most.
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