Fashion designer Valentino Garavani passes away

Iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has passed away at the age of 93, La Repubblica newspaper reported.

Garavani, who turned 93 in May 2025, is known for dressing celebs for more than 50 years, one of his most notable clients being American movie star Elizabeth Taylor.

He founded his luxury fashion house Valentino along with businessman Giancarlo Giametti in Rome in 1960.

Valentino dresses can be found on display in many museums. The fashion house is best known for its use of the color red for its pieces.

A lying in state will be held in Rome on Wednesday and Thursday to honour him. Valentino's funeral service will be held the following day at the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels and Martyrs.