Julia Roberts, Leonardo DiCaprio mourn Giorgio Armani’s ‘sudden’ death

Julia Roberts and Leonardo DiCaprio expressed sorrow over the passing of Giorgio Armani, sharing heartfelt tributes on social media.

The 57-year-old actress, known for her leading role in the 1990 Pretty Woman, honoured the late designer with a heart-touching post.

On Thursday, September 4, Roberts shared a throwback photo with Armani on Instagram.

The 2019 British Fashion Awards photo featured the Notting Hill star in an Armani suit as she posed with the designer on the red carpet.

She captioned the post, “A true friend. A Legend.”

Similarly, Leonardo, 50, expressed grief over Armani’s passing.

Taking to his Instagram Stories, the Titanic actor shared a memory shot from his first meeting with Armani, accompanied by a heartfelt note.

He penned, “Giorgio Armani was a visionary whose influence reached far beyond design. I first met him many years ago in Milan and I remember being blown away by his creativity and genius. He was a legendary force who inspired generations, and his legacy will continue to shape and uplift the world for years to come.”

This came after Armani passed away on Thursday, September 4, at the age of 91.

The fashion house announced the sad news in a press release, stating that Armani had “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones” and had “worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects.”

Meanwhile, other Hollywood A-listers, including Victoria Beckham, Diane Kruger, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Donatella Versace, also paid tribute to the legendary designer.