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Bob Mackie's True Cause of Death Revealed
10 Oct
Summary
- Legendary designer Bob Mackie died from blunt head trauma and haemorrhage.
- The cause followed a fall at a home in Palm Springs, California.
- Pneumonia was also a contributing factor to his passing.
Renowned costume designer Bob Mackie passed away at 87, with his cause of death now identified. Mackie succumbed to blunt head trauma and a subarachnoid haemorrhage, medical conditions stemming from a fall at a Palm Springs residence.
While pneumonia was previously cited, a spokesperson clarified that Mackie had been battling pneumonia both before and after a hospital stay. He was in the guest house of his design director, Joe McFate, when the fall occurred, and a healthcare professional was present.
Mackie, celebrated as 'The Sultan of Sequins', began his illustrious career in the 1960s. His innovative designs graced countless stars, including Cher, Tina Turner, and Madonna, influencing fashion for decades. Stars like Cher and Miley Cyrus mourned his passing last month.
