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Stars React to Giorgio Armani's Death

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Donatella Versace

"The world lost a giant today," the fashion designer wrote on Instagram Sept. 4. "He made history and will be remembered forever."
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Russell Crowe

The Gladiator star shared when he began wearing Armani suits, writing on X, "1997 at the Cannes film festival, after my bag was lost in transit, LA Confidential producer Arnon Milchan sent me to the Armani store with a credit card to get a suit for the premiere."

It was that experience that "began a love affair with Armani suits that continues to this day."

Reflecting on Giorgio's legacy, Russell emphasized that the fashion legend "made a deep contribution to fashion, to design, to popular culture."

"His energy, vision and finesse has made a mark acknowledged around the globe," he continued. "I adored him. He was so kind. So many significant moments in my life, awards, wedding, Wimbledon… all in Armani."

The Beautiful Mind actor revealed that he was supposed to meet with Giorgio at the end of the month in Milan.

He concluded, "What a life he had, from his beginnings to his glory. You will always live in my heart."

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Julia Roberts

"A true friend,” the Notting Hill actress wrote on Instagram Sept. 4. "A Legend."
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Victoria Beckham

"The fashion world has lost a true legend in Giorgio Armani — a visionary designer whose legacy will live on forever,” the Spice Girls alum wrote on her Instagram Stories Sept. 4. "I feel honoured to have called him a friend."
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Ashton Kutcher

"Visionary kind human Giorgio Armani," the That '70s Show alum wrote on X Sept. 4. "RIP."
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Jessel Taank

The Real Housewives of New York City star commented on the announcement of his death, "No one will ever compare."
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Laura Pausini

"It's been an honor to meet a King," the Italian pop singer wrote on Instagram Sept. 4. "What you've taught and gifted me is an invaluable added value in this mess. Bon Voyage dear George."
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Francesca Fagnani

"Thank you for helping make women stronger and more aware," the Belve host wrote on her Instagram Stories Sept. 4. "Every meeting, every dress worn, was a tremendous privilege. We will miss you."

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Charles Leclerc

"A great honor to have had the chance to meet and work with such an amazing person," the Formula One racing driver wrote on his Instagram Stories Sept. 4. "You will be missed, Giorgio."

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Anna Dello Russo

"Bon voyage, Maestro Giorgio," the Italian fashion editor wrote in Italian under the Instagram announcement. "I'll always carry you in my heart."

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Simona Ventura

"George you are and will always be our KING," the Rai 2 host wrote on Instagram Sept. 4 in Italian. "Thank you for making us proud to be ITALIAN!! I love you."

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