Alexander McQueen was a British fashion designer who was known for his edgy and often controversial designs. He was the creative director of the luxury fashion brand bearing his name and was also the founder of the label "McQueen." He was born in London in 1969 and studied fashion design at Central Saint Martins before launching his own label in 1992. McQueen became known for his dramatic runway shows and innovative designs, and he was widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential designers of his time. He died in 2010 at the age of 40.