Bob Mackie, Iconic Costume Designer, Passes Away at 87

Prolific costume designer Bob Mackie has passed away, as confirmed by a tribute on his official Instagram account. He died on Monday at the age of 87. Details regarding the cause of death and location have not been provided.

Mackie was renowned for his dynamic and glittering costumes that adorned pop culture icons like Cher, Diana Ross, Dolly Parton, Beyoncé, and Miley Cyrus. His career in costume design began in the early 1960s, marked by a series of achievements including numerous Emmy Awards and a Tony Award.

The tribute on Instagram highlighted Mackie’s dedication, stating, “He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do.” It also acknowledged the impact of his work, emphasizing that his “genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”

Born in Monterey Park, Mackie’s illustrious tenure saw him designing outfits for Diana Ross and the Supremes, as well as iconic looks for Joan Rivers, Barbra Streisand, and Elton John.

One of his significant contributions was as the costume designer for “The Carol Burnett Show,” which propelled him into a lasting collaboration with pop star Cher. Mackie’s designs were featured prominently in Cher’s “If I Could Turn Back Time” music video and various red carpet appearances.

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