Ray-Ban sunglasses are pictured for sale in in Manhattan, both brands owned by EssilorLuxottica. Photo: Reuters
Leonardo Del Vecchio, who founded eyewear empire Luxottica in a trailer and turned an everyday object into a global fashion item, becoming one of Italy's richest men in the process, died on Monday (June 27), the eyeglass company said. He was 87.
"EssilorLuxottica announces with deep sorrow the passing of Chairman Leonardo Del Vecchio," said a statement from the company, its name reflecting a deal forged several years ago between Luxottica and French-based lensmaker Essilor.
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