Anna Wintour pays tribute to Giorgio Armani: ‘fashion was forever changed by him for the better’ | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAmber RaikenSaturday 06 September 2025 00:18 BSTGirogio Armani dead at 91: celebs pay tributeItalian fashion icon Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, his company announced on Thursday.While the official cause of death was not revealed, his health had been in decline, causing him to miss his brand's catwalk at Milan Men's Fashion Week this year.Anna Wintour paid tribute to Armani in Vogue, praising his work for its 'timelessness and clarity of purpose' and stating that 'fashion was forever changed by him for the better'.She praised Armani for his ability to make celebrities look both glamorous and authentic, highlighting his deep understanding of power, attitude, and the seamless blending of fashion with other disciplines like music, sports, and art.Armani’s succession plans involved a gradual transition of responsibilities to close associates, family members, and his team, aiming for an 'organic' handover.In fullAnna Wintour reveals what she would have told Giorgio Armani before his deathThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in