Few fashion designers understood the power of a showstopping look like Bob Mackie, who died on Monday, September 14, 2026 at the age of 87.
From Cher and Diana Ross to Tina Turner and Beyoncé, stars turned to Mackie for glamorous, daring designs that became pop culture icons, typically covered from top to toe in sequins, beadwork and rhinestones.
Here, take a look back at the many celebrities who’ve made his unforgettable looks shine over the years.
Cher, 1978 Getty Images
Tina Turner, 1977 Getty Images
Carol Burnett, 1976 Getty Images
The Supremes, 1969 Getty Images
Miley Cyrus, 2024 Getty Images for The Recording Academy
Diana Ross, 2001 WireImage
Madonna, 1991 Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images