Bob Mackie

ABOUT BOB MACKIE

His elegant, sparkling dresses have been worn by entertainers from Diana Ross to Tina Turner .

He was a lowly designer for Paramount Studios, making costumes for the burlesque production Hallelujah Hollywood, when he was spotted by the costumer Edith Head .

He was the sole costume designer for The Carol Burnett Show during its entire 11-year run.

He was born in Monterey Park, California.

He also designed Cher 's stunt outfit at the 1986 Academy Awards - stretch pants, a jewel-encrusted lioncloth, a chainlink top, topped off by an Indian headdress.