Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie dies aged 87

BBC Entertainment Monday 14 September 2026, 21:29 UTC 1 min read

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The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John.

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In short: Bob Mackie, the fashion designer who worked with stars including Cher and Elton John, has died aged 87. Mackie attended the 1974 Met Gala with Cher on his arm dressed in what is perhaps one of the most famous so-called naked dresses of all time. His career spanned five decades and included designing a Barbie doll clothes collection.

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