Vivienne Westwood, legendary British fashion designer, dies at 81

British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has passed away at the age of 81.

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The famous fashion house of Westwood announced his death on the social media platform.

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The famed fashion house Westwood said he died peacefully surrounded by family.

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The cause of Westwood's death is not yet known.

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Westwood was born on April 8, 1941 in Glossop, England.

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Westwood's fashion career began with the 1970s punk explosion.

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In 1962, Westwood married Derek Westwood, a schoolteacher.

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But in 1965, there is a divorce between these two.

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Vivienne Westwood's death saddens her fans, they pay tribute to Westwood.

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