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Hudson Williams shares gratitude from Milan, meets fashion icon Donatella Versace

"I’m full of so much gratitude. Grazie. For everything,” the breakout star wrote on Instagram


Pop Culture & Art January 20, 2026 1 min read
Photo: Instagram @hudsonwilliams/@donatellaversace

Hudson Williams has continued to mark his time in Milan with moments that blend fashion, gratitude and high-profile encounters, as the actor attends shows and events during Milan Fashion Week.

Williams recently shared an Instagram post reflecting on his experience in the Italian fashion capital, tagging Giorgio Armani and writing, “I’m full of so much gratitude. Grazie. For everything.” The caption suggested a meaningful professional moment tied to his Fashion Week appearances, underscoring his growing relationship with major luxury houses.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Adding humour to the post, Williams joked about adjusting to local customs, writing, “I didn’t know it was illegal to smoke in the streets. I’m sorry. But I still blame Leilani.” He also thanked his stylist, adding, “Aika aka Tiny Ganster, thank you for making me look good & feel good,” before closing with an affectionate note to the city itself: “Milano ti amo.”

Williams’ Milan visit has included attending runway shows and industry events, placing him firmly in the centre of Fashion Week activity. Among the most notable moments was a meeting with Donatella Versace, who shared a post showing Williams at the Versace property, writing, “Showing @hudsonwilliamsofficial around the Versace cottage.”

"Thank you for your beauty and grace,” Williams responded warmly in the comments with a heart emoji, signalling deep respect. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The interaction added to the momentum of Williams’ Milan week, which has seen him move comfortably among fashion’s elite while maintaining a tone of humility and appreciation. His public expressions of gratitude, combined with appearances alongside some of the industry’s most influential figures, have highlighted his rising profile at the intersection of entertainment and fashion.

As Milan Fashion Week continues, Williams’ presence — from runway events to personal exchanges with icons like Versace — reflects a pivotal moment in his evolving career, one defined as much by style and relationships as by gratitude for the opportunities unfolding around him.

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