Bob Mackie: Sultan of Sequins | Global News

Bob Mackie, the legendary “Sultan of Sequins” who defined Hollywood glamour for decades, has died at 87. His dazzling costumes—think Carol Burnett’s zany antics and Cher’s red carpet reigns—became cultural icons, earning him nine Emmys, a Tony, and three Oscar nods. From Marilyn Monroe’s “Happy Birthday” dress to modern stars like Zendaya and Taylor Swift, Mackie transformed fashion into fantasy, always pushing boundaries with glitter, drama, and pure showmanship. His journey began as a child sketching Hollywood dreams, culminating in a career that celebrated surprise, spectacle, and unapologetic artistry—leaving behind a legacy that forever changed how we see fashion as performance.

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