PHOTOSJennifer Lopez Breaks Down In Tears Revealing Her Tailor Died While Making Her 2019 Met Gala Dress
Apr. 22 2019, Published 8:27 p.m. ET
Jennifer Lopez got super personal in her new YouTube video "Moments of Fashion: The Versace Dress." She spoke about how her iconic green Versace dress she wore to the 2000 Grammy Awards came to be. She also paid tribute to her her friend and Versace stylist of 20 years, Luigi Massi, who tragically passed away.
The 49-year-old dedicated her video to Luigi and spoke about while the two were creating her 2019 Met Gala gown, he died. He passed away on April 2.
The Second Act star revealed she will be wearing Versace to this year's upcoming gala.
“I’ve had a long relationship since this green dress with Versace. There was a gentleman named Luigi who was always there with me. He would fit me. He would help design. We had over a 20 year relationship,” she weeped.
“We heard that he just passed away in the middle of making my Met Ball gown. I was one of the first people they called because he always had such an amazing time creating looks for me,” she said.
The "Love Don't Cost A Thing" singer added, "They know how much I loved him and how much fun we had. You made me feel so beautiful so many times. Your attention to detail, your talent and your love will never be forgotten. Thank you Luigi, we will miss you.”
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