Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 10 min read 100% complete by By JENNY BARCHFIELD and COLLEEN BARRYJanuary 20, 2026 at 09:53 AM

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Valentino Garavani, the renowned Italian fashion designer, has died at his home in Rome at the age of 93. Known simply as Valentino, he was famous for his glamorous gowns, often in his signature "Valentino red," which were a staple of fashion shows for almost 50 years. His designs were favored by royalty and movie stars, including Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor, and Julia Roberts. The news of his death overshadowed Milan Fashion Week. Valentino's foundation announced his passing on Monday, January 19th.

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