Bob Mackie, costume designer for Cher and Diana Ross, dies aged 87Mackie was remembered for his ‘genius and extraordinary designs’ in a statement on his personal Instagram account.He was known for designing outfits for a number of celebrities, picking up nine Emmy awards across his decades-long career for his costume design on a range of variety and concert shows (Alamy/PA)Lauren Del Fabbro2 minutes ago
American costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie, who dressed celebrities including Cher and Diana Ross, has died aged 87.
Mackie was known for designing outfits for a number of celebrities, picking up nine Emmy awards across his decades-long career for his costume design on a range of variety and concert shows.
His death was announced in a statement on his personal Instagram account on Monday afternoon which remembered him for his “genius and extraordinary designs”.
The statement read: “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today.
“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.
“His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”
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