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Virgil Abloh Passes Away at 41: Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber & Others From Fashion World Mourn Demise of Louis Vuitton Designer and Off-White Founder

Virgil Abloh, acclaimed Louis Vuitton designer and founder, Off White, recently passed away. LVMH announced the news on social media. Virgil was 41, and was battling cancer for several years.

Virgil Abloh Passes Away at 41: Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber & Others From Fashion World Mourn Demise of Louis Vuitton Designer and Off-White Founder

Ace fashion designer Virgil Abloh, the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear collection, died on Sunday at age 41, after battling a rare form of cancer for several years. Abloh, was the first black American creative director of a top French fashion house, brought streetwear such as hoodies and sneakers to the catwalk. One of the biggest names in the world of fashion, Virgil Abloh was not only the star designer of Louis Vuitton but also the founder of the brand, Off-White. His friends from the fashion world, with the likes of Donatella Versace, models Gigi and Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner mourned his sudden demise.

The Fashion and Luxury House's French Owners LVMH Announced His Demise From Virgil's Instagram Account:

 

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  Kendall Jenner Mourned The Legendary Designer's Demise  

 

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Hailey Bieber Also Penned Down Her Tribute To The Fashion Maverick

 

Bella Hadid Remembers The Designer's Impact On Her Life

 

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Donatella Versace Wrote " I Am At Loss For Words" 

"No One Will Forget Impact" 

 

"Ultra Fresh Moment Of Fun"

 

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