Vanna White Bob Mackie Dress
Bob Mackie designed gowns for White to wear on ‘Wheel’ It’s incredible that in the decades Vanna White has been on the game show, she has never, ever worn the same gown twice. And in upcoming episodes starting Apr. 28, 2020 (taped before shelter-in-place guidelines were put into action), celebrated designer Bob Mackie will be dressing. This is the official page for Wheel of Fortune’s co-host, Vanna White! See her fashion, videos, fun facts and more. Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie shows Vanna the sketch of her newest dress. She gets to see it, but we'll have to wait until next Monday!Subscribe to W.
Vanna White has seen a lot of things and has visited more countries than she can count during her 37-year run on Wheel of Fortune. That being said, the co-host of the longest running syndicated game show was able to cross something off her bucket list during this week’s newest episodes.
Speaking with PopCulture.com, White, who also said she is 'missing' her Wheel family with the production coming to a halt amid the pandemic, recalled her younger days when she first developed her interest in fashion design. At the time, she latched onto the creations of designer Bob Mackie. One of the famous women Mackie has had the honor of working with was Cher, from whom White said she would draw inspiration in her late teens and early 20s. “I would see a dress that she had on or a hair turban that matched her dress, I would make my version of it and go out on the town for the weekend,” she shared. “And it was Bob Mackie’s designs.” Fast forward to this past week and White had the opportunity of a lifetime to work with her childhood idol, as Mackie was responsible for putting together five unique outfits for her, one for each episode. White revealed that she told him all about those days she’d copy his looks, telling him that “I can’t believe you’re standing in front of me, dressing me.”
I still can't believe @BobMackie designed a gown just for me! I hope you'll tune in tonight to see it. I can't wait! pic.twitter.com/pRgsWih9c6
— Vanna White (@TheVannaWhite) April 27, 2020Picking out the dresses was no easy task, either. White explained the process, which saw her try on somewhere between 20 to 25 different looks with the expectation she and Mackie could narrow that down to five. White said this was quite challenging as she sought outfits that had versatility, allowed her to easily move back-and-forth along the puzzle board all while feeling comfortable. “I felt like I was in a dream,” White shared. “It made me feel so feminine and beautiful and he knows what he’s doing. He knows what looks good and what he likes and doesn’t like. On top of it all, he’s just a nice man.”
In the video shared across the show’s social media accounts, Mackie and White are seen together going through the outfit-picking process. During the clip he referred to White as a “fashion goddess.” White couldn’t help but thank him for making her day. “It made me feel so good for someone like that [to say that about me],” White offered. “I have looked up to him practically my whole life and for him to have dressed me, it was just definitely a bucket list check. It was wonderful.” With Friday’s episode complete, here is a look at the five different outfits put together by the legendary fashion designer.
Monday
To kick the week off, Mackie had White come out in a champagne iridescent sequin goddess gown with jewel and shell embroidery. This was designed specifically for her and the show.
Tuesday
A unique get-up, this day saw White donning a kimono jacket which Mackie designed as part of the collection produced specifically for Wheel Of Fortune. The kimono is actually available on the show's website for purchase.
Wednesday
On Wednesday, White was wearing a black wool crepe strapless evening gown with beaded Native American sun motif. This dress is a part of the Americana Collection.
Thursday
Vanna White Bob Mackie First Dress
For the fourth show, White was seen sporting a Floral Print silk chiffon strapless sarong with matching silk flowers. This was a part of the Spring 2008 collection.
Friday
To wrap up the special event, White pulled one out from one of Mackie's Classic designs. This would be a one shoulder beaded nude illusion gown.
A Bucket List Experience
Vanna White is excited to don a new look when new episodes of Wheel of Fortune air next week. The show's Twitter account shared a video of White with costume designer, Bob Mackie, who was designing a new dress for her to wear on the show.
Vanna White Bob Mackie Gowns
In the clip, White, who filled in earlier in the year for host Pat Sajak, is heard providing narration as she explains working with the 'legendary' designer. 'Collaborating with the fashion icon and his team has been a thrill,'White said. 'I have been a huge fan of him my whole life. The beautiful gowns, it's just amazing. I feel like I'm in a dream.' Mackie also had a few words to share, saying that he pulled a lot from his archives to help provide her with her new wardrobe. 'I tried to do dresses that would have movement. Vanna's like the fashion goddess of the world. You can't ask for better than that, you really can't.'
Mackie is best known for providing wardrobes for Joan Rivers, Cher, Bette Midler and Diana Ross, among a long list that also includes Judy Garland, RuPaul and Tina Turner. He also served for 11 years as the costume designer on The Carol Burnett Show.
Consider it @TheVannaWhite's little secret. 🤫 We can't wait for next Monday to see the new 👗 costume designer @BobMackie designed for Vanna (and for another week of all-new episodes)! 😊 #WheelOfFortunepic.twitter.com/KeMPmVf7oz
— Wheel of Fortune (@WheelofFortune) April 22, 2020Wheel of Fortune, like all of Hollywood, has had to put a halt to its production amid the coronavirus pandemic. The show made the announcement on March 16 along with Jeopardy!. 'With the increasing concern surrounding COVID-19, we have decided to temporarily suspend production on Jeopardy! and @WheelofFortune,' the show's account tweeted. 'The health and well-being of our contestants, staff, and crew are our top priority, and we will continue to monitor the situation as it develops.'
0commentsUpon the news of the show coming to a halting stop, White also urged everyone to remain safe during the trying times. White shared the original announcement and wrote, 'Hope to be back in the studio soon, but in the meantime stay safe and take care.'
Vanna White Now
White has remained active on social media while in quarantine. She shared a rare photo of her and her daughter, Gigi, as the two are in isolation together. The image showed Gigi helping her mom out with a manicure, to which White captioned the snapshot, 'Thank you Gigi for my #manicure!'