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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiSeptember 14, 2026Miami-Dade County

Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie dies at age 87

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Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie has died at the age of 87, according to an announcement on his social media accounts. Known as the 'Sultan of Sequins,' Mackie created iconic glittering costumes for performers including Cher, Dolly Parton, Tina Turner, and Miley Cyrus, and designed wardrobes for 'The Carol Burnett Show.'

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Why It Matters

The death marks the passing of a prominent figure in the fashion and entertainment industries whose theatrical designs shaped red carpet trends for decades.

Key Facts

  • Fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie died at age 87.
  • Mackie earned the nicknames 'Sultan of Sequins,' 'Rajah of Rhinestones,' and 'Guru of Glitter.'
  • He designed costumes for 'The Carol Burnett Show,' dressing Burnett's entire wardrobe.
  • His work has been worn by stars including Cher, Dolly Parton, Tina Turner, and Miley Cyrus.
  • Mackie won nine Emmys, three Academy Award nominations, a Tony Award for 'The Cher Show,' and was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame.
  • He received a retrospective at the Museum at FIT in 1999.
  • He received a lifetime achievement award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationCable News Network, Inc.“Copyright holder”OrganizationMuseum at FIT“Hosted a retrospective for Bob Mackie in 1999”PersonDolly Parton“Performer who wore Bob Mackie designs”PersonCarol Burnett“Star of 'The Carol Burnett Show' whose wardrobe Mackie designed”OrganizationRon Galella Collection“Photo courtesy source”PersonTina Turner“Performer who wore Bob Mackie designs”OrganizationCNN“News organization reporting the story”PersonBob Mackie“Fashion and costume designer who passed away at age 87”PersonCher“Performer who collaborated with Bob Mackie”PersonFern Mallis“Former executive director of CFDA and founder of New York Fashion Week”PersonMiley Cyrus“Performer who wore Bob Mackie designs”OrganizationCouncil of Fashion Designers of America“Awarded Mackie a lifetime achievement award”