Valentino Garavani, the Italian fashion designer, died on January 19, 2026, at the age of 93, at his home in Rome.

Which Valentino?

Because “Valentino” can refer to more than one famous person, here are the two main figures people usually mean:

  • Valentino Garavani (Italian fashion designer, founder of the Valentino brand)
  • Rudolph Valentino (silent film star of the 1920s)

From current news and forum discussions, the trending topic right now is the death of Valentino Garavani , the designer.

Valentino Garavani – Date of Death

  • Died on January 19, 2026.
  • Passed away in Rome , at his residence, aged 93.
  • Widely described in the press as an iconic Italian fashion maestro known for “Valentino red” and haute couture gowns for the global jet set.

If You Meant Rudolph Valentino

If the question was about Rudolph Valentino , the silent film idol:

  • He died on August 23, 1926 , in New York, at age 31, after complications from surgery (perforated ulcers leading to sepsis).

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