The Sultan's Legacy: Bob Mackie's Lasting Impact on Fashion and Hollywood Glamour The passing of fashion designer Bob Mackie at 87 marks a significant loss for the world of costume design and the many stars who worked with him to create iconic looks in Hollywood history.
Tributes from the industry attest that his influence extends far beyond his own creations, shaping the very notion of glamour itself.
Mackie's collaborations with Carol Burnett and Cher are legendary, but often overlooked is the context in which these partnerships were forged.