Bob Mackie, the “Sultan of Sequins” known for creating flamboyant, show-stopping looks for divas like Cher and Diana Ross, died Monday. He was 87.
\n\n“It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today,” a statement on his Instagram read. “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. His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”
\n\nHe was Oscar-nominated three times and amassed over 30 Emmy nominations and nine wins. In 2002, he became the first costume designer to be inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame.
\n\nMackie was good at pairing his designs with appropriate talent. Two out of three of his Oscar nominations — for “Lady Sings the Blues” and “Funny Lady” — are also for films starring actresses with strong off-screen personalities. He was also Oscar-nommed for “Pennies From Heaven,” and he designed costumes for John Travolta in “Staying Alive” and for the infamous “Star Wars Holiday Special.”
\n\nMackie got his start doing drawings for Golden Age costume designer Jean Louis, then…
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