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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Mark Kennedy

Renowned celebrity fashion designer Bob Mackie dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the iconic fashion designer whose visually bold Hollywood creations defined 1970s glamour, dressing Carol Burnett in eccentric costumes and Cher in her most daring outfits, has died at the age of 87 on Monday.

"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 post shared across his official social media channels.

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