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Paola Franchi

Paola Franchi (born September 19, 1953) is an Italian interior designer, artist, and writer. She is best known for her relationship with fashion designer Maurizio Gucci, which ended tragically with his murder in 1995.

Franchi met Gucci in 1990, and they began a relationship despite both being married at the time. They planned to marry after their respective divorces. After Gucci's divorce from Patrizia Reggiani was finalized, he and Franchi lived together.

Gucci's assassination in 1995 deeply affected Franchi. Reggiani was later convicted of ordering his murder. Franchi was living with Gucci at the time of his death and witnessed the immediate aftermath of the crime.

After Gucci's death, Franchi wrote a book, "L'amore spezzato" ("Broken Love"), detailing her relationship with Gucci and her experience following his murder. The book provides insight into their life together and her grief.