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Remembering Bob Mackie

September 14th, 2026

We are so sad to learn that costume designer Bob Mackie has passed away at the age of 87. From Carol Burnett and Cher to Judy Garland and many more, Mackie designed show-stopping costumes for some of the most iconic women of the 20th century. He was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2002.

Below are some selections from his 2000 interview:

On costume designing for The Carol Burnett Show:

On costume design for TV:

On advice for young costume designers:

Watch Bob Mackie’s full interview and read his obituary in The Hollywood Reporter.