Popular Indian fashion designer Wendell Rodricks passes away at his home in Goa. He was 59. A leading daily spoke to his family and confirmed the news about his demise at his Colvale residence. BJP MLA Nilakanth Halarnkar who is also a friend of the designer confirmed his death and stated that he passed away at 5.45 p.m on Wednesday due to a long-term illness.
Minutes after his death, Goa health minister Vishwajit Rane took to Twitter to share his condolences with a message that read, “Deeply saddened to hear about the sudden demise of my very good friend and designer, Wendell Rodricks. His excellency in his work & skills are irreplaceable & shall always be cherished. We will truly miss him. My heartfelt condolences to his family & dear ones.”