Fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died at 93

(19 Jan 2026)
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1. Wide, push in to medium of deigner Valentino Garavani posing for photos

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2. Medium of Valentino Garavani posing for photos with a group
3. Cutaway of Valentino Garavani speaking

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4. Various of Valentino Garavani at finale of fashion show

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5. STILL IMAGE - Jacqueline Onassis, walking barefoot, and Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, left, stroll the streets of the Island of Capri on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, Italy on August 31, 1970 after disembarking from her husband's, Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis, yacht "Christina". (AP Photo) ID 7008310349

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6. Medium, left to right, Ashley Judd, Valentino Garavani, Hilary Swank pose for photos
7. Medium of model Elle McPherson, left, and Valentino Garavani, right

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8. Various of Valentino Garavani arriving to red carpet with actress Gwyneth Paltrow

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9. Medium, left to right, Giancarlo Giammetti and Valentino Garavani pose for photos while arriving at an opera

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10. Medium of Valentino Garavani arriving at the premiere of Madonna's movie 'W.E.'

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11. Various of Valentino Garavani's finale bow during a fashion show

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Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian designer known for his glamorous gowns and signature "Valentino red," has died at 93.

His foundation announced his passing on Monday.

Valentino's designs were beloved by royals, first ladies, and movie stars, including Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Julia Roberts.

His creations were a staple on the red carpet for nearly 50 years, from the 1960s until his retirement in 2008.

His body will repose in Rome on Wednesday and Thursday, with a funeral on Friday. Valentino's timeless elegance and understanding of beauty made him a fashion legend.
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