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Italian Designer Giorgio Armani Dies at 91

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Giorgio Armani, 1934–2025

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, one of the most influential figures in modern fashion, has died at the age of 91. The news was confirmed by his company on Thursday, stating he passed away “surrounded by his loved ones.”

In its official statement, the Armani Group said:

“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani.”

The announcement was first reported by France 24, which noted that Armani’s fashion house would set up a funeral chamber in Milan on Saturday and Sunday, followed by a private funeral at a later date.

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Born in Piacenza in 1934, Armani started out in medicine before moving into window dressing and eventually fashion design. In 1975, he co-founded his namesake label, selling his Volkswagen Beetle to raise the funds. What began as a small venture grew into one of the most powerful fashion empires in the world, spanning couture, ready-to-wear, perfumes, hotels, and interior design.

He was known for pioneering unstructured tailoring, a style that stripped away stiffness and redefined power dressing in the 1980s. Armani’s designs became synonymous with understated luxury, worn by Hollywood stars, business leaders, and royalty alike. His connection to Dubai was especially significant — the Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa remains one of the city’s landmarks, blending his design vision with the Middle East’s modern luxury lifestyle.

By 2025, the Armani Group was generating an annual turnover of more than €2.3 billion ($2.7 billion), making it one of Italy’s most successful fashion houses. Armani’s health had been declining in recent months. In June, he missed Milan Men’s Fashion Week—marking the first time in his decades-long career that he was absent from a catwalk show.

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In Italy, Armani was affectionately known as Re Giorgio (King Giorgio). Unlike many designers who later stepped back from the spotlight, Armani remained at the heart of his company until the end. His eye for detail and insistence on perfection set him apart shaping a brand that balanced creativity with strong business acumen.

The company confirmed that a funeral chamber will be open to the public in Milan over the weekend, allowing admirers and industry figures to pay their respects. A private family funeral will follow at a later date. Giorgio Armani leaves behind not just a global fashion empire, but also a legacy that reshaped how the world understands elegance, discipline, and Italian style.

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Take Date Night to the Knicks Playoffs

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet sat courtside at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday for a playoff Knicks postseason game. The couple showed up for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks, with the series tied at two games apiece and New York’s season hanging in the balance. Chalamet had a previous playoff game. He was at Game 3 on April 20, the night the Hawks held on for a 109-108 win. Jenner accompanied him, turning the outing into a date night that.

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They were seated near other celebrities. Jenner sat between Chalamet and Ben Stiller, while Tina Fey and Tracy Morgan reunited in the stands years after their ‘30 Rock’ days, sat on his other side. Jenner paired studded white jeans with a white tank top and a black leather jacket.

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Jenner and Chalamet have been growing closer since April 2023. This comes months after her split from Travis Scott, with whom she has two children. Their first public moment came at a Beyoncé concert in early September 2023, and since then the two have moved steadily from speculation into something far more visible, showing up together at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party earlier this year.

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Jenner has publicly supported Chalamet career. Speaking on Kid Cudi’s Big Bro digital series on April 1, she called Call Me by Your Name “pretty perfect” and admitted to having watched Wonka seven times. She also cited both Dune films as favorites. Chalamet is set to be available in December with “Dune: Part Three,” based on Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah.

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Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles are Engaged After 8 Months of Dating

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Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are engaged. People report states that the couple has shared the news privately with a small circle of friends, with Kravitz also spotted displaying her ring.

The story unfolded over a few days. On April 19, Kravitz appeared with a ring on her left hand during an outing with Styles. By April 21, photographs published by “The Sun” showed the ring still visible as she shared a kiss with Styles in London.

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Their relationship began in August 2025, when they were photographed walking arm in arm in Rome. Around the same time, they were reportedly observed kissing at Rita’s in London the week prior, according to DeuxMoi. It was also reported by people that Styles was spending time with Kravitz during her press run for “Caught Stealing.” From that point, the couple were spotted together on several occasions in London and New York, keeping a low profile and largely staying out of the public eye.

By December 2025, the relationship was described as going strong. Styles was spending extended periods in Rome, with Kravitz joining him regularly since late summer. “They just stroll around, meet up with friends and live a very relaxed life,” a source told People. “They have great chemistry.”

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By February 2026, Kravitz was expected to join Styles on his global residency tour, scheduled to begin in May in support of his fourth studio album, “Disco, Occasionally.”

The development comes alongside growing attention on Kravitz’s personal life, as this marks her third engagement. She was previously married to actor Karl Glusman from 2019 to 2020, and later engaged to Channing Tatum in late 2023, before the relationship ended the following year. For Styles, this is his first engagement.

Neither has issued a public statement, but given how the past eight months have unfolded, the ring itself appears to serve as confirmation enough.

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Shakira Crew Member Dies from ‘Crushing Injuries’ while Setting Up Stage for Upcoming Concert

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A construction worker died after a tragic accident on Sunday, April 26, while he was helping set up the stage for Shakira’s big concert in Brazil. Organizers confirmed the news following an incident that took place at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, where workers were setting up for “Todo Mundo no Rio,” a large outdoor concert that typically attracts huge crowds along the waterfront. The worker was operating a lifting system when a malfunction occurred, and he suffered severe crushing injuries to his legs. His coworkers were able to free him before ambulance crews from the 3rd Maritime Group arrived and quickly transported him to Miguel Couto Municipal Hospital, but the doctors couldn’t save him.

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Event organizers posted a statement on Instagram, saying they lost “a professional who was working on assembling the structures for the show”. They explained that first responders gave immediate care before the fire department assisted with the transfer to the hospital. They added they are committed to fully supporting the victim’s family, the company he worked for, and the rest of the team. The state fire brigade also confirmed the incident, stating that coworkers had freed him from the machinery before emergency teams arrived.

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The concert is part of Shakira’s larger Brazil tour. Earlier this month, her shows in India set for Mumbai on April 10 and New Delhi on April 15, were postponed, with organizers blaming the regional geopolitical situation. Following Sunday’s accident, there has been no official confirmation on whether the Brazil concert will proceed.

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