This is such sad news.
Italian Vogue editor-in-chief Franca Sozzani passed away Thursday after battling a year-long illness. She was 66.
Condé Nast chairman Jonathan Newhouse issued the following statement:
“This is the saddest news I have ever had to report to you. Franca Sozzani, the Editor of Italian Vogue for 28 years, died today in Milan after a year-long illness with her son Francesco by her side.”
Celebrity tributes have been pouring in for one of the most beloved editors in the fashion industry, known for breaking boundaries and producing incredible content.
RIP #FrancaSozzani ├░┼╕ΓÇÖΓÇ¥ Her incredible contribution to fashion will be missed. pic.twitter.com/MnvA2jRb3c
— Marc Jacobs (@marcjacobs) December 22, 2016
Franca Sozzani was always so nice and sincere. You will be deeply missed. pic.twitter.com/B2Y7OM1uEy
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) December 22, 2016
RIP beautiful, incredible, talented Franca Sozzani💔👑😔Speechless..A photo posted by Bella Hadid (@bellahadid) on Dec 22, 2016 at 9:24am PST
R.I.P. Franca Sozzani!! A trail blazer and a True Rebel ❤️! You are loved and adored by so many! We will miss you. 👑. Respect and admiration!! 🙏🏻@vogueitaliaA photo posted by Madonna (@madonna) on Dec 22, 2016 at 10:52am PST
So sad to hear the news of @FrancaSozzani’s passing. She was a fashion icon, true visionary & beautiful both inside & out. The fashion world lost one of its greatest. My condolences to her family & loved ones. ├░┼╕Γäó┬Å├░┼╕┬Å┬╗ #RIP #FrancaSozzaniA photo posted by Paris Hilton (@parishilton) on Dec 22, 2016 at 11:53am PST
RIP.
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