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Designer Gianni Versace lives on in every clingy chiffon gown or slinky pantsuit sent down the catwalk by his namesake empire. The company has built a business designing, making, and licensing apparel, accessories, and other items. (Sister Donatella is creative director.) Its wares are sold in more than 200 company-owned boutiques and some 1,000 other shops in 60 countries worldwide. The firm also operates luxury hotels and residences with Sunland Group. Founder Gianni Versace, who unveiled his first fashion collection in 1978, was murdered in 1997. Versace's sister, brother, and niece own the Italian fashion house, with Allegra Versace owning a 50% stake in the company
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