Bob Mackie, costume designer for Cher and Diana Ross, dies aged 87

He was known for designing outfits for a number of celebrities, picking up nine Emmy awards across his decades-long career for his costume design on a range of variety and concert shows (Alamy/PA)

American costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie, who dressed celebrities including Cher and Diana Ross, has died aged 87.

Mackie was known for designing outfits for a number of celebrities, picking up nine Emmy awards across his decades-long career for his costume design on a range of variety and concert shows.

His death was announced in a statement on his personal Instagram account on Monday afternoon which remembered him for his “genius and extraordinary designs”.

The statement read: “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today.

“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.

“His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world.”