When André Leon Talley died following a heart attack on Tuesday, the fashion industry lost not just a powerful and extrovertly flamboyant guiding force and one of its most outspoken voices on racism, but a warm, witty and much-loved friend.
“He was original, funny, biting, ornate, and utterly fabulous,” said American journalist Derek Blasberg, who got his lucky break as a Vogue intern under Talley’s tenure as editor-in-chief. “I’ll never forget his kindness and encouragement,” he added.
