Bob Mackie Dies At 87

What happened

The facts the coverage agrees on, drawn from reporting across the political spectrum. Where the sides dispute something, it's attributed.

Designer Bob Mackie died Monday in Palm Springs, California, at 87. His death was attributed to pneumonia by his publicist or associates. A statement posted to his social media said he lived his 87 years to the fullest and fulfilled his dream. Known as the “Sultan of Sequins,” he built a more than six-decade career around glittering, rhinestoned, feathered designs for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Carol Burnett. He won nine Emmys and a Tony, received three Oscar nominations, and entered the Television Academy Hall of Fame.

Both sides

How left-leaning and right-leaning outlets told this story, in their own coverage. Outlet names link to the article we drew from.

From the left

Coverage here emphasized Mackie’s mix of spectacle and craft. The New York Times described him as exuberant, with glittering, sequined and feathered creations, while also noting his modest, soft-spoken style. CNN called him a legendary designer who dressed stars such as Cher and Diana Ross. The Guardian focused on sexy, glamorous celebrity outfits, and Rolling Stone highlighted his Carol Burnett Show break, where it said he made about 60 costumes a week.

From the right

Coverage here stressed Mackie’s command of show-business glamour. Breitbart News said no American designer shaped that look like Mackie, whose ethos centered on sequins, sparkle and glitz. The Washington Times described a provocative Hollywood style that defined 1970s glamour. It also noted his nine Emmys, Tony Award and three Oscar nominations, and said archival pieces are worn today by stars including Anya Taylor-Joy, Miley Cyrus and Zendaya.

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