Over the course of his more than 50 year career, De La Renta designed clothing for some of the world's most famous women. Most recently, he designed Amal Alamuddin's wedding dress.
Born in 1932 in the Dominican Republic, De La Renta first made a name
for himself in the US by designing dresses for Jacqueline Kennedy.
In the decades that followed, first ladies Betty Ford, Nancy Reagan,
Hillary Clinton, and Laura Bush frequently wore designs by De La Renta.
De La Renta was diagnosed with cancer in 2006, but appeared to be in good health in recent months.
The news of De La Renta's death broke just minutes ago, but the most
famous names in the world of fashion are already expressing their grief
and condolences on social media.
Appearing at this year's CFDA awards, De La Renta spoke of his recent
health problems, saying, "Yes, I had cancer. Right now I am totally
clean. The only realities in life are that you are born, and that you
die."
"We always think we are going to live forever. The dying aspect we will
never accept. The one thing about having this kind of warning is that
you appreciate every single day of life."
De La Renta leaves behind a wife, a son, and several step-children.
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