Stefano Gabbana

Stefano Gabbana, 63, is an Italian fashion designer and co-founder of the luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana, alongside Domenico Dolce. He is newsworthy due to his recent resignation as chairman of Dolce & Gabbana. According to reports, Gabbana's resignation took effect on January 1, 2026, though the announcement was made public in April 2026. The company describes this move as part of a "natural evolution" of its organizational structure and governance. While stepping down from his leadership role, Gabbana will reportedly retain a creative role within the company. Despite the end of their personal relationship twenty years ago, Gabbana and Dolce have maintained direct control of the fashion house until now. Gabbana's departure marks a significant shift in the leadership of Dolce & Gabbana.