How Perry Ellis became a high-fashion clothing mogul despite 'banning black model' and having meltdowns over invite STAMPS - only to suffer horrific AIDS death at height of his fame

Growing up in Virginia, Perry Ellis was a 'real hometown boy' but after founding his fashion line in 1978, he quickly became a household name, going on to win prestigious awards for his designs.

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