Remembering the 'king of leopard print', fashion designer Roberto Cavalli

A 2014 file picture shows Roberto Cavalli prior to the start of his men's Autumn/Winter 2014 show at Milan Fashion Week. Photo: AP

Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli, whose penchant for python and flamboyant animal prints made him the darling of the international jet set for decades, died Friday (April 12) at 83.

"It is with deep regret and a great sadness the Roberto Cavalli Maison participates in the passing of its founder Roberto Cavalli," wrote the company in a statement sent.