Julia Roberts is paying tribute to Giorgio Armani following his death at 91, calling the legendary Italian designer both “a true friend” and “a legend” as she remembered the deep bond they shared beyond the red carpet.
Julia’s Sweet Post For Armani Highlights Their Friendship
“A true friend. A legend,” she said, capturing both her sorrow and her gratitude for having known him.
Roberts, who has long collaborated with Armani on red-carpet moments throughout her career, shared her grief while celebrating the close relationship she developed with the Italian designer away from the spotlight.
(Photo by ISABEL INFANTES/AFP via Getty Images)Her tribute joins a chorus of emotional messages from stars and industry insiders whose lives have been touched by Armani’s influence.
Armani’s Passing Confirmed by His Company
Armani’s death was confirmed by the Armani Group in a statement on Monday.
“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,” the company said.
“Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones. Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects.”
The designer passed away just weeks after celebrating his 91st birthday on July 11.
A Designer Who Defined Fashion History
Giorgio Armani is remembered as one of the most influential Italian fashion designers of all time. He revolutionized power dressing in the 1980s with his sleek, tailored suits that came to symbolize sophistication and success.
His vision expanded well beyond clothing, building an empire that included hotels, homewares, and luxury goods, making his name synonymous with elegance and aspiration.
From launching his first collection in 1975, famously funded by selling his Volkswagen Beetle, to dominating Hollywood red carpets and magazine covers, Armani reshaped modern fashion and left a lasting legacy.
Tributes From Hollywood & the Fashion World
Roberts is far from the only celebrity to honor Armani’s life and legacy. Stars across the worlds of film and fashion have remembered him as a visionary whose artistry left a permanent mark. The Zeus Network described him as “gone way too soon” while celebrating his “laughter, light, and loving spirit.”
As Roberts’s tribute reminds us, Armani’s impact was not only professional but deeply personal. To those who knew him best, he was more than an icon of fashion; he was a friend whose warmth matched his craft!
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