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Donald Percival Savage (12 October 1926 – 12 August 2008) was an Australian fashion publicist, designer, artist, raconteur and bon viveur. He left Australia as a 20-year-old, and spent the rest of his life living and working in Europe. He was the first person to be employed in a public relations capacity in Haute Couture and is considered to be the original inspiration and instigator of celebrity fashion publicity. During the 1950s and 1960s, Savage was regarded as 'the undisputed prince of public relations for the Paris fashion world.'

Quick facts about Percy Savage

  • Full name: Percy Savage
  • Born: 1926-10-12
  • Nationality: Australia
  • Known as: Fashion figure
  • Wikidata ID: Q7167561

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Who is Percy Savage?

Donald Percival Savage (12 October 1926 – 12 August 2008) was an Australian fashion publicist, designer, artist, raconteur and bon viveur.

What nationality is Percy Savage?

Percy Savage is Australia.

When was Percy Savage born?

Percy Savage was born on 1926-10-12.

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