Bob Mackie, legendary costume designer, dies at 87

Bob Mackie, the legendary American costume designer known for his dazzling creations for stars like Cher, Elton John, and Tina Turner, has died at the age of 87. The announcement was made on his official Instagram account on Monday, September 15, 2026. Mackie's career spanned over six decades, during which he won a Tony Award and nine Emmy Awards. He was particularly famous for designing Cher's iconic Mohawk outfit for the 1986 Oscars and Elton John's bedazzled Dodgers baseball costume. He continued working until recently, designing for artists like Sabrina Carpenter and Miley Cyrus.