Sawt Falasteen - Hollywood hails Armani, designer to the stars

Julia Roberts, who frequently wore the Italian designer's creations, called Armani "A true friend. A Legend", while fellow film star Claudia Cardinale said she was "filled with immense pain at the news" of his death at the age of 91.

"Meeting Giorgio was a crucial moment in my life ... It marked my transition to becoming a new woman, independent and free," the Italian actress said.

"My heart is broken... Giorgio forever."

US actor Russell Crowe posted an anecdote on X about buying his first Armani suit for the Cannes film festival in 1997 after his bag was lost in transit.

"That began a love affair with Armani suits that continues to this day," he said.

Another Italian fashion icon Donatella Versace said the world will never forget Armani, who died at the age of 91.

"The world lost a giant today. He made history and will be remembered forever", she said.

Jonathan Anderson, creative director at Dior, kept his tribute on Instagram short and cinematic.

"The best," read the Northern Irish designer's caption, over a photo of Armani inspecting Robert De Niro's costume while on the set of Casino with director Martin Scorsese.

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