Bob Mackie
Birth Place: Monterey Park, CA, USA
Latest News on Bob Mackie:
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN & More Set for 2024/25 Broadway in Wilmington Season (Apr 22, 2024)
Review: THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS (Apr 18, 2024)
Harris Center to Host THE CHER SHOW National Tour This May (Apr 14, 2024)
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN & More Set for 2024/25 Broadway in Wilmington Season (Apr 22, 2024)
Review: THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS (Apr 18, 2024)
Harris Center to Host THE CHER SHOW National Tour This May (Apr 14, 2024)
Bob Mackie BIO
Bob Mackie is an internationally renowned costume and fashion designer who has dressed some of the most glamorous entertainment icons in the world. With a career spanning five decades, nine Emmy Award wins, three Academy Award nominations, and an induction into the Television Academy Hall of Fame, Bob Mackie's career is nothing short of legendary. Most recently, he received a 2019 Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, and Outer Critics Circle Award for his work on The Cher Show.
A native of Southern California, Bob's career began in 1961, where he was in demand as a sketch artist for many costume designers in film, including Edith Head and Jean Louis. In 1966, the vivacious Mitzi Gaynor decided she was ready for a whole new look and quickly engaged Mackie to design the costumes for her famous Las Vegas Review and her upcoming television specials. For Mackie, this was a marriage made in heaven with dance, glamour, and comedy all in one package.
After seeing Gaynor's Las Vegas show, Carol Burnett and TV producer, Joe Hamilton hired him to design the entire wardrobe for the first Carol Burnett Show, where he remained the show's costume designer for it's eleven year run on air. Bob is equally well known for his designs worn by Cher on her television show, as well as her concert tours, winning an Emmy in 1999 for Cher: Live in Concert from Las Vegas and in 2003 for Cher: The Farewell Tour.
His theatrical credits include Lorelei with Carol Channing, On the Town with Bernadette Peters, Platinum with Alexis Smith, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public with Dee Hooty, Moon Over Buffalo and Putting It Together, both with Carol Burnett; and Minnelli On Minnelli with Liza Minnelli. He also designed the costumes and scenery for the world premiere of the ballet, Blue Suede Shoes, featuring the music of Elvis Presley, as well as the costumes for the San Francisco Opera's production of Alban Berg's Lulu.
In 1982, the Bob Mackie ready-to-wear collection and Bob Mackie Barbie collectable dolls debuted, ushering a groundbreaking time for the Mackie brand. The Bob Mackie Barbie does continue to be sought after by collectors and consumers alike. The 1990s saw the launch of the widely popular QVC Wearable Art Collection and home furnishing collections.
In 1999, the Museum at The Fashion Institute of Technology ("FIT") honored Mackie's enormous contribution to fashion and costume design with the retrospective Unmistakably Mackie, now hailed as one of the most highly attended exhibitions in New York City history. The exhibit included more than 125 examples of Mackie's designs, sketches, photos, and videos spanning his incredible career. In conjunction with the retrospective, the vibrantly illustrated book, Unmistakably Mackie by Frank DeCaro, was also released.
Mr. Mackie's unprecedented career achievements continue to be recognized. Bob was awarded the TDF Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007 for theatrical costume design. The Hollywood Arts Council honored Bob in 2008, with the "Charlie" (Chaplin) Award for Fashion Arts, acknowledging his contribution to the arts in Hollywood. In May 2011, Otis College of Art and Design, where Bob has mentored students for over two decades, honored him with the Design Legend Award and an Honorary Doctorate Degree. In April 2016, Bob was honored by the Chicago History Museum with the Designer of Excellence Award and was a Geoffrey Beene CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient in 2019.
Women who wear Mackie dare to be noticed, and many of the entertainment industries biggest and brightest stars are still clamoring to be dressed by him. The Mackie brand continues to flourish with the QVC Wearable Art Collection and partnerships with Kas Rugs, Premium Bag, Horizon Beauty Group, Glance Eyewear, and The Bradford Exchange. With his choice of vibrant colors, luxurious fabrics, and intricate detail, Bob Mackie's work continues to exude timeless glamour.
Bob Mackie Photos
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Fashion icon Bob Mackie and costume designer Ret Turner congratulate vocal group The Four King Cousins, stars of TV''s The King Family Show, following their first concert appearance in three decades at The Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, CA on November 6
Date:
11/10/2013
From: Photo Flash: The Four King Cousins Celebrate Reunion Concert in Los Angeles
Bob Mackie Productions
Bob Mackie Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical
Bob Mackie, The Cher Show
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Costume Design
Bob Mackie, The Cher Show
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Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Costume Design of a Musical
Bob Mackie, The Cher Show
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Costume Design
Bob Mackie, Pete 'n' Keely
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Costume Design
Bob Mackie , The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public
Bob Mackie Videos
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters, Kristin Chenoweth & More Honor Carol Burnett By Singing ANNIE & Sondheim on NBC Special
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at the Regional Premiere of THE CHER SHOW at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
VIDEO: Bob Mackie Talks His Legendary Career and New Book on Backstage Live with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 17, 2021
VIDEO: ALL ARTS Announces Season Two of BROADWAY SANDWICH, With Teal Wicks, Rob McClure and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 8, 2019
VIDEO: The Cast Of THE CHER SHOW Performs 'Believe' at the TONY AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019
VIDEO: Cher Joins THE CHER SHOW Cast For Performance of 'I Got You Babe' and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2019
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW Star Micaela Diamond Sings The National Anthem At CitiField
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2019
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW Star Stephanie J. Block Performs, "I Found Someone" On The View
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2019
VIDEO: Stephanie J. Block of THE CHER SHOW Performs 'If I Could Turn Back Time'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 15, 2019
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW's Jarrod Spector and Micaela Diamond Sing 'I Got You Babe' on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 15, 2019
BWW TV: Stars from THE CHER SHOW, OKLAHOMA!, KISS ME, KATE & More Salute Bob Mackie at TDF Gala- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2019
VIDEO: The Stars of THE CHER SHOW and Cher Discuss Bringing the Story to Broadway
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 13, 2019
Bob Mackie News
HADESTOWN, DEAR EVAN HANSEN & More Set for 2024/25 Broadway in Wilmington Season
The Playhouse on Rodney Square has revealed its 2024/25 Broadway in Wilmington season. See the lineup of shows and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
I am unsure if I know of any other music diva who needs three different actresses to play her, but Cher seems to have required that. We have not one, not two, but three Chers in this show. And do they trot on, do their part of life, and leave? Heck no! They all talk to each other, advise each other, and sing together all night long. It’s like the three musketCHERs or something!
Harris Center to Host THE CHER SHOW National Tour This May
Harris Center for The Arts will present THE CHER SHOW – A New Musical, performing five times, May 9-12, with Thursday-Saturday evening performances at 7:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.
BOMBSHELL: THE RAQUEL WELCH COLLECTION Smashes Expectations at Julien's Auctions
The BOMBSHELL: THE RAQUEL WELCH COLLECTION auction at Julien's Auctions exceeded expectations, netting over $1 million, 3.5 times the estimates, and achieving a 100% sold rate.
Review: THE CHER SHOW at The Stifel Theatre
THE CHER SHOW is an eye-popping traipse down memory lane but suffers from drive-by storytelling. While far from perfect as a full-fledged Broadway musical, there are plenty of wildly entertaining moments that make this show more enjoyable than it should be. It is the casting, strong vocal performances, Bob Mackie’s over-the-top costume design, Charlie Morrison’s concert-like lighting design, Jonthan Infante, and Kelly James Tighe’s visually interesting video design that give this production an entertaining musical revue feel. Fans of Cher will not be disappointed with this production. There is plenty of music, talent, glitz, glamour, and fun to satisfy.
Interview: LIZZY & THE TRIGGERMEN Plays 'Joyously Subversive' Jazz at Joe's Pub
Lizzy & the Triggermen, a 10-piece jazz band helmed by Lizzy Shapiro, delights in infusing swing era music with a modern sound – “Duke Ellington meets Amy Winehouse,” as Shapiro describes it. They’ll be making a stop at Joe’s Pub for a double-header on April 6th. Shapiro and I spoke about the upcoming show, the origins of the band, and more.
THE CHER SHOW Comes to the Lied in April
The brand-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical THE CHER SHOW comes to the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln for 2 performances on April 2 & 3!
LES MISERABLES, THE CHER SHOW & More Set for 24-25 Broadway in South Bend Season
The 24–25 Season for the Morris Performing Arts Center has been revealed! See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
SOME LIKE IT HOT, SHUCKED, and More Set For 2024-25 Broadway Season at the Straz Center
The Straz Center for the Performing Arts has announced the 2024-2025 Broadway at the Straz season. The season kicks off this Christmas season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
THE CHER SHOW Comes To Pikes Peak Center This April
The American Theatre Guild will present this brand-new production of Tony Award-winning musical THE CHER SHOW.
Straz Center To Welcome SOME LIKE IT HOT, SHUCKED, and More For 2024-25 Broadway Season
The Straz Center has announced its exciting lineup of shows for its 2024-25 Broadway Season.
Interview: Morgan Scott On Starring in THE CHER SHOW National Tour
Cher needs only one name to be immediately identified. When it comes to dramatizing her life for the stage, however, it’s not surprising that it takes three performers to play her in the Tony Award-winning musical “The Cher Show,” which comes to the Boch Center Wang Theatre March 15–17 on its North American tour.
& JULIET, BACK TO THE FUTURE & More Set For Providence Performing Arts Center's 2024/2025 Broadway Season
The 2024/2025 Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) Broadway touring season has been announced! Shows coming to Rhode Island include & Juliet, Hamilton, Back to the Future and more.
MOULIN ROUGE!, SIX, SHREK & More Set For Broadway San Jose 2024/2025 Season
Broadway San Jose has announced the six productions that will make up the company's 2024/25 season. The season kicks off with the hilarious murder mystery comedy, CLUE (October 29–November 3, 2024), followed by the reimagined production of SHREK THE MUSICAL (December 17–22, 2024).
THE CHER SHOW Premieres at the Washington Pavilion in April
The Tony Award-winning production of THE CHER SHOW arrives at the Washington Pavilion for three performances April 5–6.
THE CHER SHOW Comes to San Francisco in June
The brand-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical THE CHER SHOW comes to San Francisco’s Curran Theater for a limited engagement from Tuesday, June 18 through Sunday, June 23, 2024.
National Tour of THE CHER SHOW Comes to Stifel Theatre This April
Catch the iconic Broadway musical, THE CHER SHOW, at Stifel Theatre on April 10-11. Experience the story of Cher's phenomenal career in this unforgettable performance.
Broward Center Reveals 2024/2025 Broadway in Fort Lauderdale Season Lineup
Broadway in Fort Lauderdale has announced its 2024/2025 season at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the touring productions coming to Fort Lauderdale here!
Starlight Theatre Announces Broadway 3-Show Packages
Discover the exciting Broadway 3-Show Packages announced by Starlight Theatre.
ALADDIN & More Lead Seattle's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Seattle is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Spring 2024 include Aladdin and more.
Bob Mackie FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Bob Mackie been nominated for?
Bob Mackie has been nominated for several awards for his costume design work, including: Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Cher Show, Outstanding Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Cher Show, Best Costume Design of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Cher Show, Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Pete 'n' Keely, and Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public.
What awards has Bob Mackie won?
Bob Mackie has won the following awards for his costume designs: - Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show - Outstanding Costume Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Cher Show - Best Costume Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Cher Show - Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Pete 'n' Keely.
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