Tracey E. Bregman, best known to The Young and the Restless fans as Lauren Fenmore Baldwin, is mourning the loss of her legendary cousin, Bob Mackie.
The fashion and entertainment worlds have lost a true visionary. Legendary American costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie—renowned worldwide as the “Sultan of Sequins” for his glamorous, extravagant, and bead-and-sequin-heavy creations—passed away on September 14, 2026, at the age of 87.
Key takeaways
- Tracey Bregman is mourning the loss of her cousin Bob Mackie.
- Bregman shared personal memories and photos of Mackie on Instagram.
- Several of her daytime colleagues sent their love and condolences.
- Mackie leaves behind a legendary career spanning television, fashion and stage.
Tracey Bregman Remembers Bob Mackie
Bregman took to Instagram to pay tribute to her cousin, sharing two photos, including one of her mother, Suzanne Lloyd, with Mackie.
The Young and the Restless star Tracey E. Bregman (Lauren Fenmore) took to Instagram to pay a heartfelt tribute to her legendary cousin, sharing photos including a special throwback image featuring her mother, Suzanne Lloyd, alongside Mackie.
“The world certainly has less shimmer, glitter and shine today with the loss of my cousin @bobmackie,” Bregman wrote in her caption. “I was on the board of Otis for some time and saw what he gave back to the students and up and coming designers. His costumes for @cher and @itscarolburnett go down in history. My mom remembers him dressing Barbie’s and this morning told me a story and when he was young and living with his grandma, he designed a stage for an opera complete with costumes. He had lifelike doll figures that he made, and my mother was just in awe. I had the great chance of wearing his costumes a couple of times. I always felt special to be able to put on one of his dresses. Rest In Peace sweet Bobby.”
Daytime Stars Send Their Love
The comments quickly filled with condolences for Bregman and her family, including several of her daytime colleagues.
Darin Brooks, who plays Wyatt on The Bold and the Beautiful, wrote, “I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending you love, thoughts and prayers Trace.”
Meanwhile, Courtney Hope, known to soap fans as Sally Spectra on The Young and the Restless, added, “I’m so sorry 😢”
Kate Linder, who plays Esther Valentine, shared, “My heart is with you and your family! Sending my love!”
Mandi Line, Y&R‘s head of wardrobe, also offered her condolences, writing, “I was just thinking of u. Such a legend and what a loss.”
It’s clear Mackie’s work touched countless people, but his loss is especially personal for Bregman and her family.
Remembering Bob Mackie
Mackie was known as the “Sultan of Sequins.” He helped define the glamorous visual style of American television, stage performances and red carpets with his extravagant, colorful and often daring designs.
His longtime collaboration with Cher became one of the most recognizable partnerships in fashion. Mackie designed some of Cher’s most famous looks, including her “naked illusion” dresses, her feathered 1986 Oscars ensemble and the unforgettable fishnet bodysuit from the “If I Could Turn Back Time” music video.
His work extended far beyond Cher. Mackie also created memorable looks for Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Elton John, Whitney Houston, RuPaul and Dolly Parton, among many other stars.
His career earned him some of the biggest honors in entertainment and fashion.
Mackie won nine Emmy Awards from more than 30 nominations and received a Tony Award for his costume designs for The Cher Show on Broadway. He was also nominated for three Academy Awards for Lady Sings the Blues, Funny Lady and Pennies from Heaven.
In 2002, Mackie became the first costume designer inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame. In 2019, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
Soap Opera News sends our love and deepest condolences to Tracey Bregman and the entire family, along with Bob Mackie’s many friends and loved ones, during this difficult time.
What is your favorite Bob Mackie design or look? And did you know he was related to Tracey Bregman?
Photo Credit: JPI/CBS Broadcasting Inc.
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