Valentino Garavani (1932–2026) - Died January 19, 2026

We lost legendary Italian couturier Valentino Garavani aged 93 at his home in Rome in January.

Over a spectacular career that spanned nearly half a century, the visionary designer fundamentally redefined global glamour, dressing Hollywood royalty, international first ladies, and icons of the silver screen in his signature, globally recognised shade of "Valentino red". His namesake fashion house grew from a single boutique into a multi-billion-dollar luxury empire, earning him permanent immortality as a true titan of 20th-century design whose flawless elegance and dramatic runway presentations permanently elevated the artistry of haute couture.