Beloved photographer Peter Lindbergh, whose work shaped the '90s fashion industry and facilitated the rise of supermodels including Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, died at age 74 on Tuesday

Lindbergh's verified Instagram account announced the news of his death with a black-and-white photo accompanied by a message on Wednesday.

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Lindbergh on September 3rd 2019, at the age of 74," the message reads. "He is survived by his wife Petra, his first wife Astrid, his four sons Benjamin, Jérémy, Simon, Joseph and seven grandchildren. He leaves a big void."

Born in Germany, Lindbergh's work helped launch the supermodel craze of the '90s, accelerating the careers of Campbell, Moss, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford and more. Most recently, Lindbergh shot the portraits of the women who appeared on the cover of British Vogue's September issue, which was guest-edited by Duchess Meghan of Sussex.

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Models, actresses and other figures in fashion and Hollywood mourned Lindbergh's passing, including Evangelista.

“Heartbroken. R.I.P. my Peet,” she captioned a throwback photo of her and Lindbergh.

Charlize Theron also shared a picture of the two of them together, writing, "My heart is broken. Peter Lindbergh was a genius and an absolute master of his craft. But beyond that, what made him truly one of a kind was his consistent kindness, warmth, and incredible sense of humor. One of the best human beings I have ever met. I will never forget you, my friend"

Diane Kruger joined them, sharing a photo that Lindbergh shot of her.

“We collaborated many times over the years and he’s taken some of my favorite portraits," she wrote. "He was full of life, always enthusiastic and had an easy smile on his face. He loved women and created some of the most iconic images of our time. Adieu Peter, it was great knowing you.”