Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani died in Milan on September 4, 2025, at the age of 91, the Armani Group confirmed in a statement.
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The Armani Group said: “With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani.” The company said he died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. ABC News, Reuters and AFP reported the announcement the same day.
Founder of the Armani Group
Armani founded his label in 1975, together with Sergio Galeotti. The company grew into a group that includes Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, A|X Armani Exchange and Armani Privé. He was known for his tailored suits, which reshaped menswear and womenswear from the 1980s.
Leadership after his death
Reports published on the day said the company had a succession plan in place, with Pantaleo Dell’Orco expected to lead the group. The company’s statement said it would “protect what he built” and carry the company forward in his memory. Reports did not give a value for his personal wealth, and this article does not estimate one.
Funeral arrangements
The company said a funeral chamber would be open to the public in Milan on September 6 and 7, 2025, at the Armani/Teatro. A private funeral was to follow.
Editor’s note: an earlier version of this article carried a headline about his estate and a net-worth figure that could not be sourced. Those have been removed, and the article now reports the confirmed announcement.
Sources
- ABC News, Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian fashion designer, dies at 91 (4 September 2025): https://goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/giorgio-armani-legendary-italian-fashion-designer-dies-91-125252800
- Reuters, Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died (4 September 2025): https://arynews.tv/giorgio-armani-italian-fashion-designer-passes-away
- FashionNetwork, Giorgio Armani passes away aged 91 (4 September 2025): https://us.fashionnetwork.com/news/Giorgio-armani-passes-away-aged-91,1760947.html
- Cosmetics Business, Giorgio Armani has passed away aged 91: https://www.cosmeticsbusiness.com/giorgio-armani-has-passed-away-aged-91