Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani, co-founder of the Valentino house in 1960, has died at 93. A titan alongside Armani and Lagerfeld, his designs defined elegance, worn by icons like Elizabeth Taylor and Julia Roberts. Now, celebrities are pouring in heartfelt tributes to honor his legacy.

Gwyneth Paltrow shared on Instagram how close she was to Valentino, describing his playful personality and love for beauty, family, and life’s little joys. She recalled his sense of humor and the warmth he brought into every moment, calling his loss deeply felt.

Sarah Jessica Parker also posted on Instagram, highlighting Valentino’s extraordinary creativity, generosity, and passion for elegance. She reflected on the impact he made on everyone around him, celebrating his life and influence while honoring his enduring legacy in fashion and beyond.

Cindy Crawford took to Instagram, sharing heartfelt memories with Valentino and photos capturing their years together. She reflected on his brilliance, dedication, and the joy he brought to everyone around him, calling his loss deeply moving.

Valentino’s foundation confirmed his passing, noting he died at his Roman home, surrounded by family. A funeral is set for January 23 at Rome’s Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, honoring his remarkable life and lasting legacy, and offering a chance to revisit his fashion milestones.

Valentino’s career was nothing short of extraordinary, a dazzling journey where elegance met audacity, red carpets became runways of dreams, and every creation told a story that captivated the world’s imagination.

Inside Valentino’s iconic career: From Rome to the world stage

Valentino Garavani’s journey began in Paris, apprenticing with Jean Dessès and sketching for high-society clients, mastering elegance early. He returned to Rome, learning from Italian ateliers before launching his own fashion house in 1960. Valentino became synonymous with couture red dresses, dazzling international audiences, and capturing the admiration of Jacqueline Kennedy. 

Throughout the seventies and eighties, he blended trends with timeless glamour, commanding New York and Paris runways. By the 1990s, with Accademia Valentino and philanthropic ventures, he cemented his legacy as a fashion legend.

Valentino’s influence extended far beyond fashion runways, filling palaces, penthouses, and villas with art, beauty, and a sense of theatrical grandeur. Each home reflected his exquisite taste, blending history, modernity, and personal memories, from Château de Wideville’s gardens to New York’s Fifth Avenue penthouse. His legacy will forever be remembered by the world and Hollywood celebrities.

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Written by

Yusra Miraj Khan

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui