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01of 24Giorgio Armani red carpet debut with Diane KeatonRon Galella/GettyGiorgio Armani, the luxe Italian designer credited for bridging the gap between the runway and Hollywood, made his celebrity red carpet debut on April 3, 1978.Famously dressingDiane Keatonat the 50thAcademy Awards, he caught the eye of many when he styled her in a beige jacket over a coordinating long skirt — making her the first actress to don his designs on the red carpet.“Someone like Diane had a completely different idea of what the image of stardom should be – she wanted to be a relatable person first, a star second,” Armani toldGrazia.“I found myself the designer credited with giving these women an appropriate wardrobe – something that could compete sartorially with what their male colleagues were wearing,” he added. “Diane is channelling that spirit with this outfit.“Keaton accepted the Oscar for Best Actress for her performance inAnnie Hallthat year.
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Giorgio Armani red carpet debut with Diane Keaton
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Giorgio Armani, the luxe Italian designer credited for bridging the gap between the runway and Hollywood, made his celebrity red carpet debut on April 3, 1978.
Famously dressingDiane Keatonat the 50thAcademy Awards, he caught the eye of many when he styled her in a beige jacket over a coordinating long skirt — making her the first actress to don his designs on the red carpet.
“Someone like Diane had a completely different idea of what the image of stardom should be – she wanted to be a relatable person first, a star second,” Armani toldGrazia.
“I found myself the designer credited with giving these women an appropriate wardrobe – something that could compete sartorially with what their male colleagues were wearing,” he added. “Diane is channelling that spirit with this outfit.”
Keaton accepted the Oscar for Best Actress for her performance inAnnie Hallthat year.
02of 24Julia Roberts' Giorgio Armani suit at the 1990 Golden GlobesRon Galella, Ltd./WireImageJulia Roberts, another longtime fan-turned-friend of the designer, turned heads with her menswear-inspired Giorgio Armani suit at the 1990Golden Globes.Roberts won best supporting actress forSteel Magnoliasthat year — accepting the award clad in the oversized trouser suit, tie, curly locks and her signature smile.She toldInStylethat she just picked it off the rack, “I loved the shape of it,” she said. “For me, this was the epitome of being dressed up.”
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Julia Roberts' Giorgio Armani suit at the 1990 Golden Globes
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Julia Roberts, another longtime fan-turned-friend of the designer, turned heads with her menswear-inspired Giorgio Armani suit at the 1990Golden Globes.
Roberts won best supporting actress forSteel Magnoliasthat year — accepting the award clad in the oversized trouser suit, tie, curly locks and her signature smile.
She toldInStylethat she just picked it off the rack, “I loved the shape of it,” she said. “For me, this was the epitome of being dressed up.”
03of 24Jodie Foster’s Giorgio Armani outfit at the 1989 Academy AwardsRon Galella/GettyJodie Fosterbuilt a strong relationship with Armani after he rescued her from the Oscar’s “Worst Dressed” list in 1989, the designer toldGraziaof the actress who he has “fond memories of.“He recalled, “For her second Oscar, she wore a tuxedo of mine, and she was considered one of the best dressed at the ceremony. It was fun putting an actress in a traditionally male style at an event where women usually wear dramatic and often overblown evening gowns.“From that moment on, Foster and Armani have been longtime collaborators through the years. In fact, the actress has worn Armani to all but one Oscars ceremony since 1990.“Even today, after more than 30 years, I still have the pleasure of dressing her for all important occasions,” the designer proudly told the outlet.
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Jodie Foster’s Giorgio Armani outfit at the 1989 Academy Awards
Jodie Fosterbuilt a strong relationship with Armani after he rescued her from the Oscar’s “Worst Dressed” list in 1989, the designer toldGraziaof the actress who he has “fond memories of.”
He recalled, “For her second Oscar, she wore a tuxedo of mine, and she was considered one of the best dressed at the ceremony. It was fun putting an actress in a traditionally male style at an event where women usually wear dramatic and often overblown evening gowns.”
From that moment on, Foster and Armani have been longtime collaborators through the years. In fact, the actress has worn Armani to all but one Oscars ceremony since 1990.
“Even today, after more than 30 years, I still have the pleasure of dressing her for all important occasions,” the designer proudly told the outlet.
04of 24Katie Holmes' Giorgio Armani wedding dress in 2006Robert Evans/Handout/WireImageWhile Armani has established a name for himself on red carpets, he has also created personalized relationships with celebrities dressing them for a wide array of events — one beingKatie Holmes' wedding to now-ex-husbandTom Cruisein 2006.The bride wore an off-the-shouldercustom Armani wedding gowncovered in embroidery and crystals and featured a full floor-length veil. The designer himself was in attendance at the ceremony.
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Katie Holmes' Giorgio Armani wedding dress in 2006
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While Armani has established a name for himself on red carpets, he has also created personalized relationships with celebrities dressing them for a wide array of events — one beingKatie Holmes' wedding to now-ex-husbandTom Cruisein 2006.
The bride wore an off-the-shouldercustom Armani wedding gowncovered in embroidery and crystals and featured a full floor-length veil. The designer himself was in attendance at the ceremony.
05of 24Beyoncé’s collaborations with Giorgio ArmaniD. Venturelli/WireImageIn addition to actresses, Armani has designed outfits for a handful of musicians as well, one notably beingBeyoncéwho was named the face of the designer’s fragrance,Emporio Armani Diamonds, in 2007.That same year, theGrammy-winning artistchose the designer for the 79th Oscars where she stunned in a one-strap Armani sea foam green gown.But that wasn’t the first time Beyoncé wore one of Armani’s looks. When the singer made her debut in 2005, shenot only wore Armanion the carpet — but she performed three of the numbers nominated for Best Original Song in the look.
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Beyoncé’s collaborations with Giorgio Armani
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In addition to actresses, Armani has designed outfits for a handful of musicians as well, one notably beingBeyoncéwho was named the face of the designer’s fragrance,Emporio Armani Diamonds, in 2007.
That same year, theGrammy-winning artistchose the designer for the 79th Oscars where she stunned in a one-strap Armani sea foam green gown.
But that wasn’t the first time Beyoncé wore one of Armani’s looks. When the singer made her debut in 2005, shenot only wore Armanion the carpet — but she performed three of the numbers nominated for Best Original Song in the look.
06of 24Hilary Swank’s collaborations with Giorgio ArmaniJulien Hekimian/GettyHilary Swankposed with Armani after the Giorgio Armani Privé Spring/Summer 2008 haute couture collection show on Jan. 21, 2008 in Paris, France.The actress has donned the designer’s looks numerous times and has vocalized her admiration for Armani and his work.“I have known the Armanis and Mr. Armani for many years now,” Swank told theAssociated Pressin 2015. “They’ve dressed me a few times. I’m a big fan of the house and I’m really happy to be here tonight,” she said in 2013 of his haute couture show in Paris.
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Hilary Swank’s collaborations with Giorgio Armani
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Hilary Swankposed with Armani after the Giorgio Armani Privé Spring/Summer 2008 haute couture collection show on Jan. 21, 2008 in Paris, France.
The actress has donned the designer’s looks numerous times and has vocalized her admiration for Armani and his work.
“I have known the Armanis and Mr. Armani for many years now,” Swank told theAssociated Pressin 2015. “They’ve dressed me a few times. I’m a big fan of the house and I’m really happy to be here tonight,” she said in 2013 of his haute couture show in Paris.
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Giorgio Armani’s memorable Met Gala moments
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Victoria Beckhamchanneled thecostume institute’s theme, “Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy” inthe most “posh” way— with a vintage Giorgio Armani beaded, see-through dress featuring a raised collar andsuperhigh slit from the Fall 1989 collection.
In fact,Vogue’s Anna Wintour named Armani honorary chair of the evening — with co-chairs being Clooney and Julia Roberts.
08of 24Katie Holmes' Giorgio Armani gown at the 2008 Met GalaAndrew H. Walker/GettyAlso at the 2008 Met Gala, Holmes kept her allegiance to her wedding dress designer in a vintage Giorgio Armani red sequined bustier dress originally from the his Fall 1993 collection.
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Katie Holmes' Giorgio Armani gown at the 2008 Met Gala
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Also at the 2008 Met Gala, Holmes kept her allegiance to her wedding dress designer in a vintage Giorgio Armani red sequined bustier dress originally from the his Fall 1993 collection.
09of 24Anne Hathaway’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2009 Academy AwardsFernando Allende/BroadimageAnne Hathawayhas been a fan of the designer for years, wearing Armani to screenings, award shows, and more.One of her most memorable ensembles was worn at the 2009 Oscars, a Giorgio Armani Privé mermaid-style gown.“Anne is so lovely and ethereal — she reminds me of the great actresses of Hollywood’s Golden Age,” Armani toldInStyle. “For this reason I dressed her as a type of fairy-mermaid, pure and sparkling.”
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Anne Hathaway’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2009 Academy Awards
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Anne Hathawayhas been a fan of the designer for years, wearing Armani to screenings, award shows, and more.
One of her most memorable ensembles was worn at the 2009 Oscars, a Giorgio Armani Privé mermaid-style gown.
“Anne is so lovely and ethereal — she reminds me of the great actresses of Hollywood’s Golden Age,” Armani toldInStyle. “For this reason I dressed her as a type of fairy-mermaid, pure and sparkling.”
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Lady Gaga’s collaborations with Giorgio Armani
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Armani designedLady Gaga’s red carpet and live performance outfits at the 2010Grammy Awards, which went down as an iconic collaboration that hit all the right notes.
“We hear Lady Gaga’s music everywhere we go. It is like a soundtrack of our times,” Armani said in a release. “In addition to her formidable songwriting skills, she is a modern fashion phenomenon. I am delighted to be creating these outfits on such an important night for her, the Grammys.”
11of 24Jennifer Lopez’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Academy AwardsJason Merritt/GettyJennifer Lopezbrought the wow factor to the 2010 Academy Award in her pink Armani Privé gown with sculptural bodice and side train.
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Jennifer Lopez’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Academy Awards
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Jennifer Lopezbrought the wow factor to the 2010 Academy Award in her pink Armani Privé gown with sculptural bodice and side train.
12of 24Amanda Seyfried’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Academy AwardsKurt Krieger/Corbis via GettyGiorgio Armani designs were everywhere at the 2010 Academy Awards. In addition to Lopez,Amanda Seyfriedpopped out in one of the Italian fashion house’s creations.Opting for a pale mint green Armani Privé gown, her dainty ensemble complimented her porcelain skin as she elegantly posed and graced the red carpet in style.
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Amanda Seyfried’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Academy Awards
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Giorgio Armani designs were everywhere at the 2010 Academy Awards. In addition to Lopez,Amanda Seyfriedpopped out in one of the Italian fashion house’s creations.
Opting for a pale mint green Armani Privé gown, her dainty ensemble complimented her porcelain skin as she elegantly posed and graced the red carpet in style.
13of 24Claire Danes' Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Emmy AwardsMathew Imaging/WireImageIn 2010,Claire Danesturned heads in the designer at the 62ndEmmy Awards. She snagged two wins that evening: one for best actress forTemple Grandinand the other for best dressed in her crystal-encrusted, sequin-covered Armani Privé gown.
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Claire Danes' Giorgio Armani gown at the 2010 Emmy Awards
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In 2010,Claire Danesturned heads in the designer at the 62ndEmmy Awards. She snagged two wins that evening: one for best actress forTemple Grandinand the other for best dressed in her crystal-encrusted, sequin-covered Armani Privé gown.
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Princess Charlene’s Giorgio Armani wedding dress in 2011
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Holmes wasn’t the only one to dazzle in Giorgio Armani at her wedding!
Tomarry Prince Albert of Monaco,Princess Charlenesecured her designer friend as the couturier — who designed her an off-white, heavily embellished silk Duchesse Armani Privé dress featuring a long train and veil.
He said in a press release that he was going for “a completely modern look, without any obvious sense of nostalgia or revivalism.”
15of 24Rihanna’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2012 Grammy AwardsDan MacMedan/WireImageRihannashocked the 2012Grammy Awardsred carpet in a custom Giorgio Armani gown that featured a plunging neckline, completely open backandthigh-high slit, marking one of her sexiest, most memorable looks ever.
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Rihanna’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2012 Grammy Awards
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Rihannashocked the 2012Grammy Awardsred carpet in a custom Giorgio Armani gown that featured a plunging neckline, completely open backandthigh-high slit, marking one of her sexiest, most memorable looks ever.
16of 24Adele’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2012 Grammy AwardsTammie Arroyo/AFF-USAAdelewent six for six at the 54thGrammy Awardsbut needed nothing more than a simple, shimmery custom Giorgio Armani black gown to shine as bright as her.
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Adele’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2012 Grammy Awards
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Adelewent six for six at the 54thGrammy Awardsbut needed nothing more than a simple, shimmery custom Giorgio Armani black gown to shine as bright as her.
17of 24Penelope Cruz’s collaborations with Giorgio ArmaniSteve Granitz/WireImageBetween stunning on the red carpet and gracing magazine covers,Penelope Cruzhas been wearing Armani for years. (She’s even landed a coveralongside the designerhimself!)Beyond runway fashion, Armani’s resume includes costume design as well — one being for 2013’sThe Counselor, starring Cruz.“He’s very unique,” the actress said in aninterviewpromoting the film. “You see an Armani piece and you can identify it, but at the same time it always feels new… he keeps reinventing itself. It’s so beautiful everything he does.”
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Penelope Cruz’s collaborations with Giorgio Armani
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Between stunning on the red carpet and gracing magazine covers,Penelope Cruzhas been wearing Armani for years. (She’s even landed a coveralongside the designerhimself!)
Beyond runway fashion, Armani’s resume includes costume design as well — one being for 2013’sThe Counselor, starring Cruz.
“He’s very unique,” the actress said in aninterviewpromoting the film. “You see an Armani piece and you can identify it, but at the same time it always feels new… he keeps reinventing itself. It’s so beautiful everything he does.”
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Jodie Foster’s Giorgio Armani gown at 2013 Golden Globes
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Honored with theCecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award, the actress chose a sequin, navy Armani Privé criss cross bodice design to celebrate her big night.
19of 24Cate Blanchett’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2014 Academy AwardsAxelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagicCate Blanchettlooked cool and collected at the 2014 Academy Awards, despite being without a dress just 10 minutes before the red carpet.The actress told PEOPLE, “It was Mr. Armani. It was between Mr. Armani, Mr. Armani and Mr. Armani. It was between three dresses, and I made the decision 10 minutes before I left.”
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Cate Blanchett’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2014 Academy Awards
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Cate Blanchettlooked cool and collected at the 2014 Academy Awards, despite being without a dress just 10 minutes before the red carpet.
The actress told PEOPLE, “It was Mr. Armani. It was between Mr. Armani, Mr. Armani and Mr. Armani. It was between three dresses, and I made the decision 10 minutes before I left.”
20of 24Jessica Chastain’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2014 Academy AwardsKevork Djansezian/GettyJessica Chastaindescribed choosing her 86th Academy Awards dress as a “very tough decision,” but she made the right call — the copper embellished custom Giorgio Armani gown landed her on countless best dressed lists.
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Jessica Chastain’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2014 Academy Awards
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Jessica Chastaindescribed choosing her 86th Academy Awards dress as a “very tough decision,” but she made the right call — the copper embellished custom Giorgio Armani gown landed her on countless best dressed lists.
21of 24Allison William’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2015 Golden GlobesJohn Shearer/Invision/APAllison Williamsnot only picked a beautiful dress, but made a conscious decision when choosing to wear the red, sparkling Armani Privé dress to the 72nd Golden Globes.In an effort to depart from her boyishPeter Pancostumes worn in the film, the actress explained her reasoning toE!’s Giuliana Rancic on the carpet that night.“I really like wearing [this],” she said. “It’s Armani Privé. All handmade. It’s just so delicate. AfterPeter PanI felt like looking like a real girl…and I think this is girly enough for me.”
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Allison William’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2015 Golden Globes
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Allison Williamsnot only picked a beautiful dress, but made a conscious decision when choosing to wear the red, sparkling Armani Privé dress to the 72nd Golden Globes.
In an effort to depart from her boyishPeter Pancostumes worn in the film, the actress explained her reasoning toE!’s Giuliana Rancic on the carpet that night.
“I really like wearing [this],” she said. “It’s Armani Privé. All handmade. It’s just so delicate. AfterPeter PanI felt like looking like a real girl…and I think this is girly enough for me.”
22of 24Rihanna’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2017 Grammy AwardsFrazer Harrison/GettyRemember when we said Rihanna’s 2015 Grammy getup was the most memorable look ever? It was, until she arrived to the2017 Grammy Awardsin another custom Armani Privé creation even more shocking than the first thanks to the crystal adorned tangerine top with a dramatic plissé skirt of voluminous deep-black silk organza.
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Rihanna’s Giorgio Armani gown at the 2017 Grammy Awards
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Remember when we said Rihanna’s 2015 Grammy getup was the most memorable look ever? It was, until she arrived to the2017 Grammy Awardsin another custom Armani Privé creation even more shocking than the first thanks to the crystal adorned tangerine top with a dramatic plissé skirt of voluminous deep-black silk organza.
23of 24Cate Blanchett’s collaborations with Giorgio ArmaniKarwai Tang/WireImageBlanchett not only dazzled in Armani, but stepped out alongside the legendary designer himself at the 2019 British Fashion Awards in London.The evening marked a milestone moment for Armani, who was honored with the outstanding achievement accolade for his contributions to the fashion industry.“Giorgio Armani is a legendary maestro, with a signature style that has defined Hollywood, as well as fashion,“Harper’s Bazaareditor-in-chief Justine Picardie said in astatement.“Armani not only revolutionized what we think of as power-dressing, but also created a vision of alluringly understated elegance on the red carpet,” she continued. “Less is more with Mr Armani – yet his apparently effortless minimalism is based on decades of experience and masterful expertise in the fine art of fashion.”
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Cate Blanchett’s collaborations with Giorgio Armani
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Blanchett not only dazzled in Armani, but stepped out alongside the legendary designer himself at the 2019 British Fashion Awards in London.
The evening marked a milestone moment for Armani, who was honored with the outstanding achievement accolade for his contributions to the fashion industry.
“Giorgio Armani is a legendary maestro, with a signature style that has defined Hollywood, as well as fashion,“Harper’s Bazaareditor-in-chief Justine Picardie said in astatement.
“Armani not only revolutionized what we think of as power-dressing, but also created a vision of alluringly understated elegance on the red carpet,” she continued. “Less is more with Mr Armani – yet his apparently effortless minimalism is based on decades of experience and masterful expertise in the fine art of fashion.”
24of 24Elle Fanning’s Giorgio Armani gown at the Cannes Film FestivalSamir Hussein/WireImageElle Fanningstepped out in a custom crystal embroidered pink Giorgio Armani Privé gown to attend the screening ofTop Gun: Maverickduring the 75th Annual Cannes Film Festival."@giorgioarmanimade my dreams come true with this custom dress. Can I just wear it every day of my life?!!?✨” the actress captioned a slideshow of pictures showcasing her outfit onInstagram.“I can’t thank you enough for your continued kindness and artistry. Your work is nothing short of breathtaking✨” she continued.
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Elle Fanning’s Giorgio Armani gown at the Cannes Film Festival
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Elle Fanningstepped out in a custom crystal embroidered pink Giorgio Armani Privé gown to attend the screening ofTop Gun: Maverickduring the 75th Annual Cannes Film Festival.
“@giorgioarmanimade my dreams come true with this custom dress. Can I just wear it every day of my life?!!?✨” the actress captioned a slideshow of pictures showcasing her outfit onInstagram.
“I can’t thank you enough for your continued kindness and artistry. Your work is nothing short of breathtaking✨” she continued.
source: people.com
