WALTHAM, MASSACHUSETTS — Yolanda Cellucci, the celebrated Boston-area fashion designer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and television personality, has died at the age of 91. Cellucci’s death was reported on September 7, 2026, with tributes quickly emerging from the Boston fashion and media communities. She was remembered as a distinctive personality whose influence extended well beyond fashion into philanthropy, television and civic life. Her death marks the end of a remarkable career that made her a familiar and beloved figure throughout the Boston area. Remembering Yolanda Cellucci For generations of customers and viewers, Yolanda Cellucci was instantly recognizable. Known for her glamorous white outfits, rhinestones and unmistakable personal style, she built a fashion identity that became synonymous with celebration and individuality. Her career began long before she became a household name. Cellucci eventually established her own fashion and bridal business, creating a destination for brides, beauty queens and clients looking for distinctive clothing and styling. Her Waltham business, Yolanda’s, grew into much more than a traditional fashion boutique. It became a recognizable part of the local community and reflected Cellucci’s entrepreneurial personality and passion for helping people look and feel their best. A Life in Fashion and Television Cellucci’s influence reached beyond her retail and design work. She became a familiar television personality in the Boston area and appeared for decades on WCVB’s Chronicle. She also hosted her own program through The Waltham Channel, further establishing herself as a recognizable local media personality. In interviews, Cellucci often spoke openly about her determination and the obstacles she faced while building her business. She continued working with private clients even after closing her longtime Waltham store, demonstrating the enthusiasm for fashion that had defined her professional life. A 2024 profile marking her 90th birthday described Cellucci as a fashion designer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and television host. Even at that age, she remained active and continued sharing her experience and distinctive sense of style. Philanthropy and Community Service Yolanda Cellucci’s legacy was not limited to fashion. She was also widely recognized for her charitable work and commitment to helping others. Her philanthropic activities made her a familiar presence at community events and charitable initiatives throughout the Boston area. Her involvement with the Salvation Army was among the causes associated with her public service. In 2023, she was honored with the Al MacLeod Outstanding Volunteer Award for her longstanding commitment to volunteerism. The recognition reflected a part of Cellucci’s life that was sometimes overshadowed by her larger-than-life fashion persona: her willingness to devote time, energy and resources to the community around her. A Boston Fashion Icon Cellucci’s influence became part of the cultural history of Waltham and Greater Boston. Her signature appearance — often featuring white clothing, elaborate accessories and plenty of sparkle — was as recognizable as the business she built. She was known for driving a white Excalibur and embracing a style that was unapologetically glamorous at a time when fashion trends were constantly changing. The Peabody Essex Museum holds the Yolanda Cellucci Papers, documenting aspects of her life and fashion business. The collection provides an enduring record of the career of a woman whose work became part of New England’s fashion history. Family and Personal Life Cellucci was married to Daniel B. Cellucci, who died in August 2021 at age 86. The couple married in 1956 and built their life together in the Waltham area. Daniel was remembered as a devoted husband and family man who supported Yolanda throughout her extraordinary career. Following Yolanda Cellucci’s death, tributes are expected to continue from relatives, friends, former clients, colleagues and members of the Boston community whose lives she touched. Legacy of Yolanda Cellucci Yolanda Cellucci leaves behind a legacy that extends across fashion, television, business and philanthropy. She demonstrated that a personal style could become a brand, a boutique could become a community institution, and a successful career could coexist with a lasting commitment to charitable work. For those who knew her, Cellucci was more than a designer. She was a mentor, entrepreneur, television personality and philanthropist whose confidence and determination inspired generations. Her name will remain closely associated with Waltham fashion and with the colorful personality she brought to Boston’s public life. Yolanda Cellucci Obituary Details Detail Information Name Yolanda Cellucci Age 91 Residence/Connection Waltham, Massachusetts Date of Death September 2026 Profession Fashion designer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and television personality Known For Yolanda’s fashion and bridal business Television WCVB’s Chronicle and The Waltham Channel Philanthropy Longtime community and charitable involvement Husband Daniel B. Cellucci, died in 2021 Cause of Death Not publicly disclosed in the reports reviewed Funeral Arrangements Not publicly announced in the reports reviewed Disclaimer: This obituary is based on information available at the time of publication. Yolanda Cellucci’s death at age 91 was reported by Boston-area media and other sources on September 7, 2026. Her cause of death and complete funeral or memorial arrangements had not been publicly disclosed in the information reviewed for this article. Additional details may be updated as her family or representatives release further information. Post navigation Wyatt Sibley Calhoun IL Obituary : Family and Community Mourn Death of 19-Year-Old Summer Moody Obituary: Baldwin County Remembers 17-Year-Old Alabama Teen