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Renowned Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani died on Thursday at the age of 91, Interfax reports, citing the Corriere della Sera newspaper.
Armani died at home, surrounded by family and friends.
The cause of death was not disclosed, but the newspaper notes that Armani was diagnosed with a lung infection several weeks ago.
AGI reports that the couturier's funeral will take place on September 6-7 in Milan, where he lived and worked. The funeral will be held in the company of family and friends, in accordance with the deceased's wishes.
The fashion house's employees expressed their condolences, noting that the company's founder worked and contributed to its development until his last days.
"It is with deepest condolences that the Armani Group announces the passing of its visionary, founder and tireless driver," the company said in a statement.
Armani was born in Piacenza, near Milan, on July 11, 1934. In 1975, together with architect Sergio Galeotti, he founded the Giorgio Armani fashion house, presenting the first collection of men's and women's clothing. Armani is also credited with coining the term "stylist."
In addition to creating clothing, Armani produced collections of accessories, furniture, and perfumes, and collaborated with film directors, creating costumes for films including "American Gigolo," "Ocean's Thirteen," "Inglourious Basterds," and others. Since 2005, he has also been involved in the hotel business. He has never married or had children.
Armani was considered one of the richest people in Italy. According to Forbes, his net worth was estimated at $12.1 billion in 2025. His businesses included two hotels, in Milan and Dubai, and 26 restaurants worldwide. Armani owned the Olimpia Milano basketball club, and his company designed uniforms for the Italian Olympic and Paralympic teams, as well as clothing various sports teams.
