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Alexandria SAGE

King Of Leopard Print, Italy's Roberto Cavalli Dies At 83

Cavalli began by painting on T-shirts to earn money while still at art school (Credit: AFP)

Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, whose penchant for python and flamboyant animal prints made him the darling of the international jet set for decades, died Friday at 83, the luxury company said.

"It is with deep regret and a great sadness the Roberto Cavalli Maison participates in the passing of its founder Roberto Cavalli," wrote the company in a statement sent to AFP.

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