The legendary designer Giorgio Armani has passed away, he was 91 years old
4 september 2025 в 18:13
Giorgio Armani, one of the most famous fashion designers in the world, passed away on September 4, 2025. He was 91 years old. His company confirmed his death in a statement, promising to continue the legacy of the late Italian artist of «independence, thought, and action».
«With endless condolences, the Armani group announces the passing of its inventor, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani», - the company wrote in a statement on Instagram, translated from Italian to English. «Mr. Armani, as he was always respectfully and admirably called by employees and colleagues, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Tireless, he worked until his last days, dedicating himself to the company, collections, various and always new projects in its establishment and development».
Referring to the late creative director’s love for Milan, the fashion capital of Italy, the company added that Armani was «driven by relentless curiosity, attention to the present, and people».
«In this journey, he created an open dialogue with the public, becoming a beloved and respected figure thanks to his ability to communicate with everyone», - the statement continued. «Always attentive to the needs of society, he dedicated himself to many aspects, first and foremost his beloved Milan».
The luxury brand also pointed to its «50-year history, grown with emotions and patience» and noted that «family and employees will continue to develop the Group in respect and continuation of these values».
Below are five facts about Giorgio Armani, from his life and career to the legacy he created.
In the early 1950s, Armani pursued a medical path, enrolling at the University of Milan in the Faculty of Medicine. After about three years, he left the institution and joined the army.
Long before he became a globally renowned fashion designer, Armani served in the Italian army. He worked at a military hospital in Verona until the end of his service in 1957.
Armani was in a relationship with the late Italian architect, fashion designer, and co-founder of Armani, Sergio Galeotti. Although Armani kept his personal life private, he confirmed that he and Galeotti were in a long-term romantic partnership. Galeotti passed away in 1985 from complications related to AIDS.
«After Sergio’s death, it was painful», - Armani told GQ magazine in 2015. «I also had to learn a lot about the company to continue its existence. Many people did not believe that I could do it. They did not believe in me. It was disappointing to discover — even within my own company — that there were people who thought I couldn’t do it. So there was a drain. And I had to roll up my sleeves and learn to communicate with lawyers, publicists… It was Sergio who believed in me».
From the very beginning of the Armani fashion house, Galeotti encouraged the designer to «see a bigger world».
«Sergio made me believe in myself», - Armani said, adding: «When I travel, I take his photo. Something remains. His spirit remains. Surely. He lives. I see Sergio everywhere, and I am sure he sees me. And I hope that everything I have done, he knows about».
During an interview with GQ in 2015, Armani tearfully admitted that he wanted to start his own family.
«Many», - he said. «I would like to have many children».
In 2006, Armani became one of the first major designers to advocate for healthier standards among models, discussing anorexia.
«It's time for clarity. We all need to work together against anorexia», - Armani said when Uruguayan model Luisel Ramos passed away after an extreme diet. As a result, Madrid Fashion Week banned models with a body mass index of 18 or less. «I never liked skinny girls, and I never made them walk the runway», - Armani added
«With endless condolences, the Armani group announces the passing of its inventor, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani», - the company wrote in a statement on Instagram, translated from Italian to English. «Mr. Armani, as he was always respectfully and admirably called by employees and colleagues, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Tireless, he worked until his last days, dedicating himself to the company, collections, various and always new projects in its establishment and development».
Referring to the late creative director’s love for Milan, the fashion capital of Italy, the company added that Armani was «driven by relentless curiosity, attention to the present, and people».
«In this journey, he created an open dialogue with the public, becoming a beloved and respected figure thanks to his ability to communicate with everyone», - the statement continued. «Always attentive to the needs of society, he dedicated himself to many aspects, first and foremost his beloved Milan».
The luxury brand also pointed to its «50-year history, grown with emotions and patience» and noted that «family and employees will continue to develop the Group in respect and continuation of these values».
Below are five facts about Giorgio Armani, from his life and career to the legacy he created.
In the early 1950s, Armani pursued a medical path, enrolling at the University of Milan in the Faculty of Medicine. After about three years, he left the institution and joined the army.
Long before he became a globally renowned fashion designer, Armani served in the Italian army. He worked at a military hospital in Verona until the end of his service in 1957.
Armani was in a relationship with the late Italian architect, fashion designer, and co-founder of Armani, Sergio Galeotti. Although Armani kept his personal life private, he confirmed that he and Galeotti were in a long-term romantic partnership. Galeotti passed away in 1985 from complications related to AIDS.
«After Sergio’s death, it was painful», - Armani told GQ magazine in 2015. «I also had to learn a lot about the company to continue its existence. Many people did not believe that I could do it. They did not believe in me. It was disappointing to discover — even within my own company — that there were people who thought I couldn’t do it. So there was a drain. And I had to roll up my sleeves and learn to communicate with lawyers, publicists… It was Sergio who believed in me».
From the very beginning of the Armani fashion house, Galeotti encouraged the designer to «see a bigger world».
«Sergio made me believe in myself», - Armani said, adding: «When I travel, I take his photo. Something remains. His spirit remains. Surely. He lives. I see Sergio everywhere, and I am sure he sees me. And I hope that everything I have done, he knows about».
During an interview with GQ in 2015, Armani tearfully admitted that he wanted to start his own family.
«Many», - he said. «I would like to have many children».
In 2006, Armani became one of the first major designers to advocate for healthier standards among models, discussing anorexia.
«It's time for clarity. We all need to work together against anorexia», - Armani said when Uruguayan model Luisel Ramos passed away after an extreme diet. As a result, Madrid Fashion Week banned models with a body mass index of 18 or less. «I never liked skinny girls, and I never made them walk the runway», - Armani added
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