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Fashion Designer Bob Mackie Dies at 87, Leaving a Legacy of Star-Crossed Glamour

Fashion designer Bob Mackie, known for his iconic work with Cher, Madonna, and Whoopi Goldberg, died at 87 in Palm Springs, California, from pneumonia. His death has sparked tributes from colleagues and fans, with a statement on his Instagram account praising his 'genius and extraordinary designs'.

Bob Mackie, the legendary fashion designer, passed away at the age of 87 in Palm Springs, California, due to pneumonia. His work, which defined the '70s Hollywood glamour, included designing for Carol Burnett, Cher, and other icons. A statement on his Instagram account highlighted his 'genius and extraordinary designs', which will continue to inspire. The Los Angeles Times and Chicago Tribune reported his death, while the Sydney Morning Herald and SCMP noted his legacy and the tribute from his publicist.

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IndependentSouth China Morning PostSep 14, 11:59 PM
Bob Mackie, who dressed stars from Cher to Whoopi Goldberg and Pink, dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s – including putting Carol Burnett in some of her kookiest get-ups and Cher in her raciest ones – died on Monday. He was 87. “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,” read a statement on his social media accounts. Mackie died in Palm Springs, California, from pneumonia, his publicist said. Dubbed...

IndependentThe IndependentSep 14, 08:55 PM
Renowned celebrity fashion designer Bob Mackie dies at 87

Dubbed the ‘Designer to the Stars,’ Mackie earned nine Emmy Awards and a Tony Award

IndependentCNNSep 14, 08:54 PM
Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, who helped stars sparkle, dies at 87 - CNN

Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, who helped stars sparkle, dies at 87  CNN

IndependentCNNSep 14, 08:53 PM
Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, who helped stars sparkle, dies age 87 - CNN

Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, who helped stars sparkle, dies age 87  CNN

IndependentThe Sydney Morning HeraldSep 14, 08:47 PM
Fashion designer to the stars Bob Mackie dies aged 87

A statement on Mackie’s Instagram account said the American designer’s “genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world”.

IndependentThe IndependentSep 14, 08:40 PM
Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Madonna and defined '70s glamour, dies at 87

Fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at 87

IndependentChicago TribuneSep 14, 08:39 PM
Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Madonna and defined ’70s glamour, dies at 87 - Chicago Tribune

Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Madonna and defined ’70s glamour, dies at 87  Chicago Tribune

IndependentLos Angeles TimesSep 14, 08:33 PM
Bob Mackie, iconic costume designer who dressed stars including Cher and Beyoncé, dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the prolific fashion designer who fashioned elaborate garments for pop culture icons including Cher, Dolly Parton and Beyoncé, has died. He was 87.