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Who Was Patrick Demarchelier? Tributes Pour In As Famed Fashion Photographer Passed Away At 78

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Patrick Demarchelier, a fashion photographer, died. According to a declaration on his Instagram handle. His death news was disclosed by Patrick’s Representative. But there is no cause of death is mentioned it is still unknown.

Who was Patrick Demarchelier?

Patrick was born in France. He learned photography from happenings and experiences. He got his first camera from his stepfather when he was just 17 years old. 

And in 1990 his career got high. He shifted and started his shoot for Vogue. Patrick was well known for Princess Diana’s portraits. He worked for her as a personal photographer. After this, he moved to NY city and became iconic in the fashion world.

He was name-checked in the movie The Devil Wears Prada.

Photographed by Victor Demarchelier, Vogue, October 2010
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Patrick Demarchelier Demise –

It is a great sadness that Patrick died on March 31st, 2022 at the age of 78. He was living with his wife Mia, his 3 sons Gustaf, Arthur, Victor, and three grandchildren.

But no cause of death is mentioned.

#MeToo Allegations on Patrick-

The Boston Globe article of 2018, includes that Patrick was the alleged abuser. Many models came forward and blame him for sexual misconduct. But Patrick refused all the allegations against him.

Later, the owner of the Vogue, Conde Nast published a declaration. Pointing to the company he said the company will not be working with him for the foreseeable future.

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Celebrities mourned Patrick’s demise-

Model Emily Ratajkowski wrote that she was so honored to work with such a legend.

On Instagram Model Bela Hadid posted that: she was grateful and so lucky to be in front of his lens. She wrote that he was the most gentle, legendary person.

Kate Hudson commented on Patrick’s demise post that she always loved working with him. And she was sad after knowing this.

Ciara tweeted that she’ll never forget the outstanding time of being shot by the legendary photographer Patrick Demarchelier. It was a fantasy that came true. He was so good. He was also one of my favorite photographers. His work will live on to motivate so many.

Giorgio Armani wrote on Twitter that Fashion photography and the art of portraiture, have lost one of the great masters.!

Celebrity hairstylist Sam McKnight, who worked with Diana, told them he had “so much” to thank Demarchelier for.

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