Los Angeles icon Fred Segal who helped define city fashion dies at 87

LOS ANGELES (KABC) – Fred Segal, the Los Angeles icon behind a retail scene that inspired the city’s fashion, has died of a stroke, his representatives confirmed on Friday. He was 87 years old.

“In 1961, Fred Segal created a retail scene that defined Los Angeles fashion and sparked a revolutionary style change that has transcended the past six decades. heritage, inclusiveness and love that changed the face of retail forever, ”a statement read.

Segal is survived by five children, 10 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, his wife Tina and two children and grandson.

Segal’s eponymous store is located on Sunset in West Hollywood. There are also several other branches in California and overseas.

For those wishing to honor his legacy, Segal’s family ask to consider donating to the Segal Family-United World Foundation.