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Here’s what you should know: A few intriguing facts about the legendary couturier — Yves Saint Laurent • Saint Laurent adored dogs. Closest to his heart was his first pet, nicknamed Muzhik (“Man”). The name was coined by Lilia Brik — muse of the Russian avant-garde and great love of poet Vladimir Mayakovsky — who shared a warm friendship with Yves. • In his recollections of childhood, Yves spoke of leading a double life. At home, he knew quiet, idyllic family warmth; at school, relentless torment. Classmates mocked him, teased him incessantly, and even physically attacked him. • Yves Saint Laurent struggled with bipolar disorder, alcoholism, and drug addiction. According to his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brilliant designer could be euphoric and radiant one day, then plunged into deep, lingering depression the next. That was simply part of loving him. FirstPass