Bob Mackie: Black Artists Who Defined His Dazzling Legacy
Bob Mackie, the legendary designer whose sequined, theatrical creations helped define American show-business glamour, died Sept. 14 at 87. An official statement on his Instagram announcing his death stated: “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today. He lived his 87 years to the fullest, […]
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Bob Mackie, the legendary designer whose sequined, theatrical creations helped define American show-business glamour, died Sept. 14 at 87.
An official statement on his Instagram announcing his death stated:
“It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today. 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.”
