Gisele Bündchen is one of the latest stars to react to the death of beloved designer Valentino Garavani.
On January 20, 2026, the former Victoria’s Secret Angel penned a love tribute to the Italian talent. She started her message by calling Valentino “a true genius with a rare sensitivity and grace.” She continued, “I feel incredibly grateful that I had the opportunity to work with him, to know him, and to experience his kindness and generosity firsthand.”
Gisele Thanked Valentino for His Support
GettyBündchen then thanked Valentino for his longtime support of her career. “He always made me feel special,” she wrote.
The supermodel finished her tribute with a story of fond remembrance, writing, “One of my favorite memories will always be the fittings before his shows. Normally, you’d have time for about four outfit changes, but he would sometimes give me seven. I would always wonder, how am I going to make this happen? And even though I was half disheveled from changing so fast, barely making it and running out of breath every time I stepped back onto the runway, I just wanted to make it happen for him because he was always so excited to have me wear those looks. At the end, he would grab my hand and take me with him for the final walk on the runway. It was so sweet to feel like he wanted me there by his side. I’ll never forget that. Farewell, Valentino. Thank you for the beauty you brought into the world and for the warmth you gave so freely. You will be deeply missed.”
Valentino Remembered by Simple, Endearing Quote
The famed designer is being remembered on his namesake brand’s official website in a banner message that bears his quote, “I love beauty. It’s not my fault.” The banner also says, “Thank you, Mr. Valentino. Your unique style and innate elegance will remain forever.”
The 93-year-old passed away on January 19, his foundation announced on Instagram. They wrote, “Valentino Garavani passed away today at his Roman residence, surrounded by his loved ones.
The lying in state will be held at PM23 in Piazza Mignanelli 23 on Wednesday January 21st and Thursday January 22nd, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
The funeral will take place on Friday, January 23rd at the Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, in Piazza della Repubblica 8 in Rome, at 11 am.”
