Iman Shows Off Heartwarming Tribute to Husband David Bowie in First Public Appearance Since His Passing

Iman has stepped back into the limelight since the untimely death of her late husband, David Bowie.

Eight months since the music icon's passing, Iman arrived to the first night of New York Fashion Week armed with a sentimental accessory.

Clad in a velvet blue suit, the 61-year-old Somalian stunner paid tribute to her partner of over 20 years with a silver necklace spelling "David." As she told Good Morning America's Joe Zee, she has no plans to take it off.

"I'm wearing this until my death," she told him. "[Fashion designer] Hedi Slimane made it for me."

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Two months after losing her husband to liver cancer, Iman also had to say goodbye to her mother, Maryan Baadi. "My mom passed away, so it's been a tough year, but I'm holding up," she added to Zee.

The moment marked her first official public appearance since the two tragic deaths. "My first night out attending an event since last year!" Iman captioned a selfie on Instagram.

While Iman inspires fans all around the world with how she has gracefully handled this tough year, she won't accept a compliment on her strength. "You're a survivor," Zee told Iman. 

Her answer? "Not as much as you think."