Donatella Versace, who helped to ensure the survival of the family fashion empire after the killing of her brother Gianni almost three decades ago, is to step down as the brand’s chief designer, its owner announced on Thursday. Donatella took on the role of chief creative officer after Gianni, who founded the company, was shot dead outside his Miami Beach mansion by serial killer Andrew Cunanan in 1997. “Since 1997, Donatella has led the creative vision for the House of Versace and played an integral role in the company’s global success,” said John D. Idol, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Capri Holdings, which now owns the brand.
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