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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Lauren Cochrane

Bob Mackie, costume designer to stars daring to be noticed, dies aged 87

Cher in a black and white checkered hat and blond wig with designer Bob Mackie
Cher, left, and designer Bob Mackie arrive at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Gala on 25 September 2021, in Los Angeles. Photograph: Richard Shotwell/AP

Bob Mackie, the costume designer behind some of the most sexy and glamorous outfits worn by celebrities in the past 50 years, has died at the age of 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 posted on his Instagram account. “His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”

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