with an annual turnover of $1.6 billion and a personal fortune of $8.1 billion as of 2017.
Armani grew up in a small town outside of Milan. It was a difficult time in Italian history. Giorgio and his two siblings — older brother Sergio and younger sister Rosanna — experienced the hardships of World War II firsthand. Some of his friends were killed during Allied bombings. "We were poor and life was tough," he explained.
Armani aspired to a career in medicine, he enrolled in the Department of Medicine at the University of Milan, but after three years, in 1953, he dropped out and joined the army.
Giorgio Armani has a keen interest in sports. He is the president of the Olimpia Milano basketball team, and an Inter Milan fan. He has twice designed suits for the England national football team.
Giorgio Armani is an iconic clothing designer who has expanded his empire to include restaurants and hotels. His popularity skyrocketed in America in the 1980s when his men's 'power suits' appeared frequently on the television series Miami Vice and in the 1980 film American Gigolo, which starred Richard Gere
The second semifinal of the 2018 World Cup sees Croatia battle England for a spot in the final against France. Despite England First Half 1-0 early Lead, Croatia won by 2 -1 to reach cup Final on Sunday. England's first semi-final appearance since 1990. Croatia reached semis in 1998 - have never played in final.
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Michael, I remember I bought one of his designs some years back. Is he also your favourite designer ?
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