Bob Mackie’s death certificate reveals true cause of death

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Bob Mackie’s death certificate revealed that the legendary fashion designer suffered fatal head trauma after a fall just days before his death.

The shocking new details come after a rep for Mackie initially confirmed to Page Six Style that he died of pneumonia.

The cause of his death was subarachnoid hemorrhage and blunt force head trauma, according to the death certificate obtained by Us Weekly.

Bob Mackie’s death certificate revealed he suffered fatal head trauma after a fall just days before his death. (Mackie is pictured above at the “Palm Royale” Season 2 finale event in January.) ZUMAPRESS.com
A representative for Mackie (seen above at the Los Angeles premiere of the documentary “Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion” in May 2024) initially confirmed that he died of pneumonia, but his cause of death is listed as subarachnoid hemorrhage and blunt head trauma. REUTERS

The document also states that Mackie was injured in a fall on September 11 at the home of his longtime design director, Joseph McFate.

He died three days later, on September 14, at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, California.

However, a rep for Mackie clarified that he suffered from pneumonia before and after his hospitalization.

“For clarification, Mr. Mackie was staying at the guest house of his longtime design director, Joe McFate,” the rep told Us Weekly in a statement. “A healthcare professional was by his side when he fell. He also suffered from pneumonia before and after his hospitalization.”

Mackie’s death certificate also states that he was injured in a September 11 fall at the home of his longtime design director, Joseph McFate. (Mackie is pictured above at a screening and conversation for “Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion” at the 92nd Street Y.) Paul Zimmerman / Shutterstock
Mackie, who died Sept. 14 in Palm Springs, suffered from pneumonia before and after his hospitalization following the fall. (He is seen above at the 2019 Met Gala.) Getty Images for the Met Museum/Vogue

The death certificate also states that Mackie was cremated on September 17 and that his remains are “scattered at sea off the coast of San Diego County, California.”

Mackie’s death was announced on September 14, the day he passed away, in a statement shared on his social media accounts.

“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Mr. Bob Mackie today,” the statement read. “He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of becoming a fashion and costume designer, something he always wanted to do.

“His genius and extraordinary creations will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty to this world. »

Mackie’s death certificate also states that he was cremated on September 17 and that his remains are “scattered at sea off the coast of San Diego County, California.” (Mackie is pictured above at the 27th Costume Designers Guild Awards in February 2025.) REUTERS
Mackie’s death was announced on September 14 in a statement shared on his social media accounts, which read in part: “He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of becoming a fashion and costume designer, which he always wanted to do. » MediaPunch / BACKGROUND

Mackie was best known for designing stunning looks for pop culture icons including Cher, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Beyoncé and Dolly Parton.

When Parton died at the age of 80 in late August, Mackie paid tribute to the country music icon in a heartfelt Instagram post.

“Dolly was a lovely soul and spirit who was fair to everyone. She was a joy and a pleasure to dress up. You will be missed. With love, Bob Mackie xo,” he wrote alongside a photo of sketches of the outfits he designed for Parton over the years.

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