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Gianni Versace Trivia Quiz

This quiz is based on the life and career of fashion mogul, Gianni Versace. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by NalaMarie. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
NalaMarie

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
164,107

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Difficult

Avg Score
5 / 10

Plays
749

Last 3 plays: Zizola (3/10), Guest 74 (8/10), Guest 66 (4/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is the date of Gianni's birth? Hint

December 2, 1946

December 2, 1945

December 2, 1947

December 2, 1944

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Question 2 of 10

2. Who played Gianni Versace in the movie, "The Versace Murder" (1998)? Hint

Michael Batelli

Franco Nero

Joseph Curreri

Joseph Corrao

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is the title of Gianni's first book published? Hint

Do Not Disturb

Men Without Ties

Designs

Rock and Royalty

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Question 4 of 10

4. Donatella Versace is Gianni's sister.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. Who was Gianni's companion at the time of his death? Hint

Antonio D'Amico

Antoine D'Amato

Anthony D'Amigo

Antorio D'Amoyo

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Question 6 of 10

6. Did Gianni design the costumes worn in the movie "Showgirls" (1995)?

Yes

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Question 7 of 10

7. In what year did the Palazzo Versace open its doors to the public? Hint

2000

2001

1999

1998

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Question 8 of 10

8. Who wrote the book, "Gianni Versace: Fashion's Last Emperor"? Hint

Catherine McDermott

Richard Martin

Lowri Turner

Christopher Mason

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Question 9 of 10

9. At what age was Gianni Versace's life put to an end? Hint

52 years old

53 years old

51 years old

50 years old

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who murdered Gianni Versace?

Answer: (Two words. First & last name or just the last name)

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Oct 26 2024 : Zizola: 3/10
Sep 24 2024 : Guest 74: 8/10
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the date of Gianni's birth?

Answer: December 2, 1946

Gianni Versace was born on December 2, 1946 in Reggio di Calabria, Italy.

2. Who played Gianni Versace in the movie, "The Versace Murder" (1998)?

Answer: Franco Nero

"The Versace Murder" wasn't released in the United States. It was released in Germany on July 15, 1998 and in Taiwan on September 18, 1999. Francesco Sparanero, (Franco Nero), was born on November 23, 1941 in San Prospero, Parma, Italy. Although they were never married, he and Vanessa Redgrave have a son together.

3. What is the title of Gianni's first book published?

Answer: Designs

"Designs" is the English edition of his Italian book, "Vanitas-Ricami e Decori-Decori e Ricami". It was published in March 1994 by Abbeville Press, Inc. Following "Designs", Gianni published other books, "Men Without Ties" (1994), "Do Not Disturb" (1995), and "Rock and Royalty" (1996).

4. Donatella Versace is Gianni's sister.

Answer: True

Donatella Versace was born on May 2, 1955 in Reggio di Calabria, Italy. She became the Vice Chairman and Style & Image Director of the House of Versace after her brother was murdered. Santo Versace, his older brother, was born in December 1944 and is CEO of the company.

5. Who was Gianni's companion at the time of his death?

Answer: Antonio D'Amico

Antonio was Gianni Versace's companion for 11 years as well as a
designer for 'Versace Sport'. He suffered with bouts of depression for a while after the death of Gianni and in 1999, he left the company and started his own fashion line.

6. Did Gianni design the costumes worn in the movie "Showgirls" (1995)?

Answer: Yes

Gianni also designed the armor costume that the character Judge Dredd wore in the film "Judge Dredd" (1995). He also designed the costumes worn in "Ballet for Life" (1997), which was a ballet that celebrated the life of Freddie Mercury and Jorge Donn.

7. In what year did the Palazzo Versace open its doors to the public?

Answer: 2000

'Palazzo Versace' is located off Australia's Gold Coast. It has 205 rooms and villa suites. The best Italian marbles and mosaics decorate the floor. The lights are carved with bronze, crystals, enamel and marble. Versace designs can be seen throughout the hotel.

8. Who wrote the book, "Gianni Versace: Fashion's Last Emperor"?

Answer: Lowri Turner

"Gianni Versace: Fashion's Last Emperor" was written by Lowri Turner and published in October 1999 by Andre Deutsch Ltd. In it you will find information about his life as well as photos of his designs.

9. At what age was Gianni Versace's life put to an end?

Answer: 50 years old

Gianni was gunned down outside his Miami Beach home on July 15, 1997, 5 months before his 51st birthday.

10. Who murdered Gianni Versace?

Answer: Andrew Cunanan

In Miami Florida, on the morning of July 15, 1997, Andrew walked up behind Gianni Versace and pumped two .40 caliber bullets into his head. Nine days later, on July 24, 1997, FBI agents were called to a Miami Beach houseboat by a caretaker who recognized Andrew and before they were able to catch him alive, they found him on the floor beside a bed with a pistol in his hand.

There was a self-inflicted gunshot wound just above his right ear.

Source: Author NalaMarie

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