Former Sunrise host Samantha Armytage has experienced a devastating loss over the weekend as a close friend of the presenter, fashion designer Carla Zampatti, tragically passed away.
The TV host has since shared a heartfelt tribute to her friend.
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Heading to Instagram, Sam, 44, shared a series of photos to honour her late friend.
The first picture was of Carla herself and from there the 44-year-old shared snaps of herself donning the designer’s handiwork, including a picture of her wedding dress, race day outfits and more.
To accompany the photos, Sam penned a touching message to the fashion icon.
“Absolutely devastated at the loss of my beautiful friend Carla Zampatti this morning.” the former Sunrise host wrote.
“She was a creative genius, a wonderful generous elegant woman & very much a part of many of my favourite memories.
“She will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. And will live on forever in my heart, & my wardrobe. Vale Carla 💔”
Quick to comment was former Packed To The Rafters star Hugh Sheridan who wrote “Such a huge loss and so fast 😞.”
Fellow presenter Kylie Gillies also commented on the heartfelt tribute, writing, “Carla was the epitome or style. ❤️ A huge loss. ❤️ Love to her family. And her work family too. ❤️❤️”
Carla Zampatti sadly passed away while attending a gala premiere of La Traviata on Sydney Harbour on March 27th, when she tragically fell on a staircase and hit her head.
In a statement released yesterday, NSW Premier Glagys Berejiklian called the fashion icon “generous” and “inspiring” and announced she is to be honoured through a state funeral.
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