Bob Mackie, the Designer Who Made Cher and Diana Ross Shine, Dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the fashion and costume designer whose sparkling creations lit up stages and screens for decades, has died at 87. A statement posted to his social media accounts confirmed the news, sharing that he lived his 87 years to the fullest and fulfilled his lifelong dream of being a fashion and costume designer. No cause of death has been revealed, and the story is still developing.

If you ever watched Cher perform or saw Diana Ross on stage, you saw Mackie’s work. His designs were famous for being bold, shimmering and unforgettable. He had a gift for making the people who wore his clothes look like the biggest stars in the room, because to him, they were. Cher trusted him for years, and their partnership gave us some of the most iconic looks in entertainment history.

Mackie’s story is a simple one at heart. He knew what he wanted to do from a young age and he never let go of it. That kind of determination is something folks in small towns and big cities alike can appreciate. His creations will keep showing up on stage and screen for generations to come.

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