The legendary Italian haute couturier Valentino Garavani, known for his eponymous fashion empire, has died at the age of 93. He was surrounded by his loved ones at his residence in Rome on Monday, 19 January 2026, his foundation confirmed.
The designer's foundation, the Fondazione Valentino Garavani e Giancarlo Giammetti posted on Instagram that Valentino passed away in his residence in Rome on Monday 19 January, 2026. Famously only referred to by his first name, Valentino was 93 years old, and was surrounded by his loved ones.
