Giorgio Armani, founder of the fashion empire, has passed away: what is known about the legendary designer

Famous designer and billionaire Giorgio Armani has died

On September 4, 2025, Italian designer and billionaire Giorgio Armani died at the age of 91. This was announced by the Armani company in an official statement.

'With deep sorrow, the Armani group announces the death of its creator, founder, and tireless engine: Giorgio Armani', the company's statement said. The famous designer passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

Giorgio Armani was born on July 11, 1934, in the northern Italian city of Piacenza to Ugo Armani, an accountant for a transport company, and Maria Raimondi. He initially studied at the medical faculty of the University of Milan but dropped out in 1953 to serve in the army.

Career in fashion

The company noted that Armani worked until the last days of his life, dedicating himself to creating new collections and projects. Over the years of his career, the designer built a fashion empire that expanded into music, sports, and luxury hotels.

'Tireless, he worked until his last days, dedicating himself to the company, collections, and various always new projects', the statement noted.

As of 2017, Armani's annual revenue was $1.6 billion, and the designer's personal wealth was estimated at $8.1 billion. Armani created suits for over a hundred films, including 'American Gigolo' (1980) and 'The Untouchables' (1987).

Giorgio Armani passed away, leaving behind a huge legacy in the fashion and business world, thanks to his tireless work ethic and continuous creative energy.