cancer at the age of 41. he was an endless fashion designer that inspired andy warhall. the designer s death came as a shock to many. he didn t disclose his cancer diagnosis publicly. his representatives explained he chose to endure the battle privately undergoing numerous challenging treatments all while helming several significant institutions that spanned fashion, art and culture. they added his curiosity and optimism never waivered. tributes have been pouring in since the news broke. it s a testament to how many whirls he touched ranging from vecshe. he s survived by his wife, two children, sister and parents.