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Giorgio Armani Death: Giorgio Armani, the legendary Milanese designer who transformed the way the world dressed with his fluid jackets and understated tailoring, has died at the age of 91. Beyond being a fashion icon, Armani was the architect of a global lifestyle empire spanning couture, perfumes, accessories, hotels, and even home interiors. His empire is currently valued at nearly 10 billion dollars, making it one of the most influential in the world of luxury. But with his passing, the biggest question now is: who will inherit the legacy that Armani built with such discipline and vision?

Giorgio Armani never married and had no children. Instead, his closest bond was with his niece Roberta, the daughter of his late brother Sergio. Roberta left behind an acting career to join her uncle in fashion, taking on the role of director of public relations. She became a visible figure at star-studded events Armani himself often skipped, acting as a bridge between the brand and Hollywood. One of her biggest achievements came in 2006, when “she orchestrated Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes's wedding in an Italian castle, with Armani personally designing both the bride's and groom's attire.”

 
 
 
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Although Roberta has been highly visible, Armani always made it clear that succession would not depend on a single person. Instead, he named his long-time menswear head, Pantaleo (Leo) Dell'Orco, and his niece Silvana Armani, who has long overseen womenswear, as creative successors. His sister Rosanna Armani and nephew Andrea Armani were also placed in important roles. Together with Dell’Orco, this trusted circle has been guiding Armani’s main collections across Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, and Armani Exchange for many years.

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Meanwhile, in 2016, Armani set up the Giorgio Armani Foundation to ensure his life’s work remained intact. Under this plan, shares of the group are divided into six blocs, with specific voting rights. Successors including Rosanna, Roberta, Silvana, Andrea, and Dell’Orco all sit on the board. “The bylaws also come with a safeguard: if the company ever seeks a stock-market listing, it cannot happen until at least five years after Armani's death.” The structure ensures stability, independence, and the protection of the brand’s core identity.