Óscar Arístides Renta Fiallo (22 July 1932 – 20 October 2014), known professionally as Oscar de la Renta, was one of the most renowned clothing designers in the world. Born in Santo Domingo, he was trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga and Antonio del Castillo; he became internationally known in the 1960s as one of the couturiers who dressed Jacqueline Kennedy. An award-winning designer, he worked for Lanvin and Balmain; his eponymous fashion house continues to dress leading figures, from film stars to royalty.
Oscar de la Renta cause of death
De la Renta died of complications from cancer on October 20, 2014, at his home in Kent, Connecticut. Oscar de la Renta was 82 years old at the time of his death.
De la Renta was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.