Bob Mackie, costume designer to stars daring to be noticed, dies aged 87

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Famous for his flamboyant outfits, he helped celebrities including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John cause a stirBob Mackie, the costume designer behind some of the most sexy and glamorous outfits worn by celebrities in the past 50 years, has died at the age of 87.“He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a fashion and costume designer, which is all he ever wanted to do,” read a statement posted on his Instagram account. “His genius and extraordinary designs will live o