Gwyneth Paltrow says Valentino Garavani’s death is ‘end of an era’

Gwyneth Paltrow has described Valentino Garavani’s death as “the end of an era”.

Gwyneth Paltrow has described Valentino Garavani’s death as “the end of an era”.

The Gloop founder had paid tribute to the late Italian fashion icon, who has died aged 93 after an incredible and influential career.

She wrote on Instagram: “I was so lucky to know and love Valentino — to know the real man, in private.

“The man who was in love with beauty, his family, his muses, his friends. His dogs, his gardens, and a good Hollywood story. I loved him so much.

“I loved how he always pestered me to ‘at least wear a little mascara’ when I came to dinner. I loved his naughty laugh.

“This feels like the end of an era. He will be deeply missed by me and all who loved him. Rest in peace, Vava.”

Model Cindy Crawford described him as a “true master of his craft”.

She added: “I’m heartbroken to hear of Valentino Garavani’s passing.

“He was a true master of his craft, and I will always be grateful for the years I had the privilege of working closely with him.”

Meanwhile, Coco Cocha hailed him as a “giant” of the fashion world, “and a true gentleman”.

She wrote: “I was lucky to know Valentino, not just as the iconic Roman couturier, but as a warm, generous presence who shaped fashion with grace, discipline, and beauty.

“His legacy lives on in the restraint, elegance and conviction that defined both the man and his work.”

The legendary fashion designer died at his home in Rome, “surrounded by his loved ones” on Monday (19.01.26), his foundation said in a statement.

Valentino – whose full name was Valentino Garavani – will be lying in state in the Italian capital’s PM23 in Piazza Mignanelli, 23, from Wednesday (21.01.26) to Thursday (22.01.26), from 11am to 6pm.

The couturier’s funeral will take place at 11am on Friday (23.01.26) at the Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, in Piazza della Repubblica, 8, Rome.