Pierre Cardin (UK: /ˈkɑːrdæ̃, -dæn/, US: /kɑːrˈdæ̃, -ˈdæn/, French: [pjɛʁ kaʁdɛ̃]), (born Pietro Cardin; 2 July 1922 – 29 December 2020) was an Italian-born French fashion designer.[1] Cardin was known for his avant-garde style and his Space Age designs. Cardin was made UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador in 1991[1] and FAO Goodwill Ambassador in 2009.
Pierre Cardin | |
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 Cardin in 2010 | |
| Born | Pietro Costante Cardin 2 July 1922 San Biagio di Callalta, Italy |
| Died | 29 December 2020 (aged 98) Neuilly-sur-Seine, France |
| Nationality | French |
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He was gay,[2] however he was in a four year relationship with actress Jeanne Moreau in the 1960s.[3]
Cardin died on 29 December 2020 at a hospital in Neuilly-sur-Seine, at the age of 98.[4]
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