Bob Mackie, Revered Hollywood Costume Designer, Dies at 87
For over half a century, Mackie dressed celebrities ranging from Cher to RuPaul and shaped red carpet style.
Bob Mackie, a celebrated American fashion and costume designer, passed away at the age of 87. He succumbed to pneumonia in Palm Springs, California. Mackie's Instagram page shared a post stating that he lived his life to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a fashion and costume designer. His innovative designs, often adorned with sequins and rhinestones, have left an indelible mark on Hollywood.
Known affectionately as "the Sultan of Sequins" and "the Rajah of Rhinestones," Mackie's work has graced numerous celebrities, including Tina Turner, Elton John, Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Miley Cyrus. His career skyrocketed in the 1960s when he started designing for "The Carol Burnett Show," creating around 60 costumes per week for the show's 11-season run from 1967 to 1978.
Mackie's most notable collaborations were with Cher in the 1970s, who he famously dressed in provocative, skin-baring outfits for events like the Met Gala and "The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour." In 2019, Mackie was honored with a Tony Award for best costume design for his work on the musical "The Cher Show." Additionally, he received the Council of Fashion Designers of America's lifetime achievement award that same year.
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