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Fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has died at 83

The Italian designer has died after a long illness.
Obit Roberto Cavalli
Posted at 12:54 PM, Apr 12, 2024
and last updated 2024-04-12 15:59:53-04

Italian designer Roberto Cavalli, known for his unique animal print designs and eponymous fashion house, has died. He was 83 years old.

"It is with great sadness that today we say our final goodbyes to our founder Roberto Cavalli," the designer's brand wrote on Instagram. "From humble beginnings in Florence, Roberto succeeded in becoming a globally recognised name loved and respected by all. Naturally talented and creative, Roberto believed that everyone can discover and nurture the artist within themselves."

"Roberto Cavalli's legacy will live on via his creativity, his love of nature and via his family who he cherished," it continued.

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