Tributes Pour In for Late Italian Fashion Designer Giorgio Armani: “The World Lost Another Icon”
- Popular Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani passed away on Thursday, 4 September 2025
- The news about the fashion icon's passing was shared on social media, leaving many saddened
- Netizens poured in their tribute for the late Giorgio Armani, who died at the age of 91
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The global fashion industry was left saddened after the news of the legendary Italian fashion designer, Giorgio Armani's death, was announced on social media.
On Thursday, 4 September 2025, Armani's company's team shared that the icon had passed away at the age of 91 while he was surrounded by his loved ones. The group issued a statement on their Instagram page to let the world and their supporters know about his death, which stunned many.
"Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones. Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects," the statement reads.
They also revealed that Armani's funeral will be held privately, but the funeral chambers will be open on Saturday and Sunday, 6 and 7 September 2025, in Milan for those who wish to pay their respects.
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Netizens pay tribute to the late fashion icon
Shortly after the news about his passing was announced on social media, many netizens flooded the comment section with their tributes to the late fashion icon of all time. Here's what they had to say below:
Tyra Sugar J Epalanga said:
"So sad may your Soul Rest In Peace Sir Giorgio Armani."
Bongani Mgubela wrote:
"One of the world's greatest designers. MHSRIP."
Johan Cronje commented:
"RIP Giorgio Armani, the world lost another icon."
roseminsworld responded:
"Forever in our hearts! A true legend and honoured to work on Armani Beauty with you and your team. You will be missed."
elenasofiaricci_officialpage replied:
"Thank you for the deep and rigorous respect you had for women ❤ I will miss you a lot."
msuzana2 mentioned:
"I love the legacy you left in fashion; your work has not been forgotten. You brought the essence of beauty."
mariajopabon stated:
"The best of all! Style, sobriety and elegance, I have no words to describe how much I admire Giorgio Armani. R.I.P. George."
rickdancing commented:
"Giorgio Armani leaves us, but his legacy will remain forever. His love for women has been imprinted on every collection and every work. A mentor, a face, an inspiration. I've been following your trajectory since I understand myself by people and recognise: it is an immeasurable loss to the world of fashion. Giant, eternal Giorgio Armani."
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