Valentino's Red Carpet Legend Dies at 93
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Valentino Garavani, the Italian couturier behind the iconic Valentino red gowns worn by royals and stars for decades, has died at 93 in Rome, with his foundation confirming the news. He founded the house in 1959, retired in 2008, and left a lasting impact on red-carpet glamour as Valentino’s brand continued under new leadership and ownership.
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- Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at 93 NPR
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