Giorgio Armani, the renowned Italian fashion designer, has died at the age of 91, his company announced Thursday He passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones

The company statement highlighted Mr Armani’s dedication, noting he continued to work tirelessly until his final days Over the years, he cultivated a vision that extended beyond fashion, encompassing all aspects of lifestyle

Born July 11, 1934, in Piacenza, Armani founded his fashion company in 1975 The luxury brand has since expanded to operate over 2,000 stores in approximately 60 countries Known for its minimalist and elegant aesthetic, Giorgio Armani was recently ranked as the second wealthiest individual in Italy