The style neighborhood is honoring the life and tradition of Ivan Bart
OnOct 29, a message published to the previous president of IMG Models’ Instagram account revealed his death. He was 60 years of ages.
“Our world has lost one of the greats,” the post read. “Ivan Bart, 1963 – 2023.”
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Bart passed away over the weekend following a brief health problem. In a declaration acquired by the outlet, Mark Shapiro— president and chief running officer of moms and dad business Endeavor– called him “a trailblazer in the fashion industry.”
“During the course of three decades at IMG Models, Ivan quite literally changed the shape and face of the modeling industry from within,” part of the declaration continued. “His relentless pursuit for diversity and inclusion challenged fashion’s gatekeepers and created household names whose omnipresence has inspired generations.”
After news of Bart’s death broke, numerous stars paid homage on social networks.
“Ivan. I don’t yet have words for this loss,” Gigi Hadid composed on her InstagramStories “I will never forget your spirit and hugs, your support and fight for others. Thank you, thank you, thank you..for everything. Rest In Peace Legend. Mr. Bart, forever ‘My Boss.’ You are so loved.”
