Willi Smith, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Willi Smith

American fashion designer

Date of Birth: 29-Feb-1948

Place of Birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Death: 17-Apr-1987

Profession: fashion designer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Willi Smith

  • Willi Donnell Smith (February 29, 1948 – April 17, 1987) was an American fashion designer.
  • At the time of his death, Smith was regarded as one of the most successful African-American designers in the fashion industry.
  • His company, WilliWear Limited, launched in 1976 and would go on to sell $25 million worth of clothing a year.
  • After Smith's death, his business partner continued the line with various designers creating collections.
  • Without Smith, the company floundered.
  • Due to financial problems and poor sales, WilliWear Limited ceased production in 1990.

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