Bob Mackie
Bob Mackie | |
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Mackie in 1975 | |
| Born | Robert Gordon Mackie March 24, 1940 |
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| Occupation(s) | Fashion designer, costumier |
| Spouse |
Lulu Porter
(m. 1960; div. 1963) |
| Partner | Ray Aghayan (since 1963; died 2011) |
| Children | 1 |
| Website | www |
Robert Gordon Mackie (born March 24, 1940) is an American fashion designer and costumier, best known for his dressing of numerous entertainment personalities for television, movies, concerts, and live stage shows. He was the costume designer for all of the performers on The Carol Burnett Show during its entire eleven-year run, and the creator of memorable ensembles for Cher and Elton John.
He is referred to alternatively as the "Sultan of Sequins", the "Rajah of Rhinestones" or the "Guru of Glitter" for his sparkling and imaginative designs. Mackie has said, "A woman who wears my clothes is not afraid to be noticed."
Mattel partnered with him to produce outfits for collectable Barbie dolls, and he introduced cultural diversity to their features and outfits to reflect the heritage of real-life women.
Mackie has received nine Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and three nominations for the Academy Award for Best Costume Design for his work. In April 2023, Mackie was awarded with the inaugural Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award by RuPaul at the RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15 finale.