Diane von Furstenberg Says Attending Obama Inauguration with André Leon Talley Was a 'Magical Moment'

Photo: Diane von Furstenberg Archives Diane von Furstenbergis reflecting on her relationship with her “really close friend” of nearly 50 years, André Leon Talley,who died on Tuesday. He was 73. Speaking exclusively with PEOPLE, von Furstenberg, 75, opens up about one of the most “magical” moments she and the late fashion editor shared together: attending the history-making Inauguration of PresidentBarack Obamain 2009. “When Obama got elected I invited André to come with me to the Inauguration, that was one of our best souvenirs.

Diane von Furstenberg Talks Netflix's 'Halston', Reflects on Studio 54 Days: 'A Lot of Things Happened'

Diane von Furstenbergis looking back on her life as a rising fashion star in 1970s New York and howNetflix’s new series,Halston, captured the essence of the Studio 54 era. The iconic fashion designer, 74, recently chatted withNaomi Campbellfor the latest episode of theNo Filter with NaomiYouTube series where she discussed her life and fashion career. During the chat, the designer reflected on her N.Y.C life in the ’70s and taking part in the history of famed hotspot Studio 54.

Diane von Fürstenberg, Andy Cohen, Marc Jacobs, More React to Death of 'Trailblazer' André Leon Talley

Photo: David M Bennett/Getty Celebrities, stylists and fashion designers are mourning the death of late fashion iconAndré Leon Talley. The formerVoguecreative director died at the age of 73. He had been in the hospital battling an unknown illness,TMZreported Tuesday. Andy Cohenshared touching words onWatch What Happens Live,telling viewers, “I’m a little off right now because during the break, we got news that our dear friend of the clubhouse André Leon Talley has passed away.

Diane Warren Admits She'd Rather Lose Awards and Stay Relevant Than Win and Disappear: 'This Is Longevity'

Photo: Amy Sussman/WireImage Diane Warensays win or lose, when it comes to awards, she’s just happy with the amazing career that she’s had. The 65-year-old songwriter and musician caught up with PEOPLE while attending the 15th Annual WIF Oscar Party on Friday evening, where she opened up about potentially scoring her first Oscar win on Sunday after being nominated 13 times in the best original song category at theAcademy Awardssince 1988.

Diane Warren Brings Ruth Bader Ginsburg Doll to the Oscars Red Carpet

Diane Warrenis paying tribute toRuth Bader Ginsburgat theAcademy Awards! The legendary songwriter, who is nominated for Best Original Song for “I’ll Fight,” tucked a small Ginsburg doll into her pocket forthe Oscarsred carpet. Be sure to check outPEOPLE’s full Oscars coverageto get the latest news on film’s biggest night. Of writing “I’ll Fight” forRBG, Warren said: “I was never going to say no to [this movie]… I love writing songs that can say something.