Pam Hogg death: Legendary fashion designer who dressed Beyoncé, Kate Moss and Rihanna dies

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Pam Hogg, the Scottish fashion designer who dressed everyone from Kate Moss to Beyoncé and Debbie Harry, has died. She was believed to be in her sixties, but never publicly revealed her age.

Her family said in a statement that they were “deeply saddened to confirm the passing of our beloved Pamela.”

They said she spent her final hours “peaceful and surrounded by the loving care of cherished friends and family” at Joseph’s Hospice in Hackney, London. No cause of death was disclosed.

The statement continued: “Pamela’s creative spirit and body of work touched the lives of many people of all ages,” they added.

“She leaves a magnificent legacy that will continue to inspire, bring joy and challenge us to live beyond the confines of convention.

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Hogg photographed in 2019 (Getty Images for GAY TIMES)

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Alice Dellal, Pam Hogg and models on the catwalk during the Pam Hogg show at London Fashion Week in 2020 (PA)

“Pamela will continue to live in our hearts and minds. A glorious life lived and loved.”

Broadcaster Fearne Cotton was among those paying tribute in the comments on Instagram, writing: “Pam. Oh Pam. What a joy it was to know you. I’ll miss you Pam.”

Menswear designer Kim Jones wrote: “Love you Pam you were so strong right to the end our warrior queen,” while designer Bella Freud added: “How sad to think of the fashion world without her shining brilliance.”

Broadcaster Andi Oliver said she was heartbroken by the news, adding: “What a WOMAN!! The one and ONLY!!!”

Radio host and presenter Nick Grimshaw remembered Hogg as “ever brilliant,” adding: “Always a night highlight to be locked into a deep chat with Pam, always so welcoming, so funny, reviving and inspiring to be around. I will miss that.”

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Hogg photographed in April 2024 (PA)

Garbage singer Shirley Manson described Hogg as “the Iconoclastic and fantastic Dr Hogg.”

“The brilliance and the bravery and the extraordinary, explosive sense of humour that perpetually burled you forth with tremendous force.”

“…Dr Hogg may have left the runway but you will be found in the long and storied history of British fashion and in the imaginative, pioneering work of each and every fashion designer who trails in your wake.”

Hogg, born in Paisley, Scotland, studied Fine Art and Printed Textiles at the Glasgow School of Art before attending the Royal College of Art in London. She launched her first fashion collection, Psychadelic Jungle, in 1981, inspired by the strict dress code and atmosphere of London’s Blitz Club during the early Eighties.

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Models on the catwalk for the Pam Hogg show during London Fashion Week show in 2020 (PA)

Hogg’s designs were bold, futuristic and inflected with punk influences. Her signature design was her interpretation of the catsuit, and she recreated versions of the look throughout her career for Kylie Minogue, Rihanna and Lady Gaga. Most notably, Minogue wore Hogg’s black mesh metal-studded cat suit in the music video for her 2007 song “2 Hearts”.

Naomi Campbell, Björk, Grace Jones, Kelly Rowland, Princess Diana and Princess Eugenie are among other famous faces who sported Hogg’s designs.

In 2016, Hogg designed the statuette for the Brit Awards, producing 13 trophies that incorporated glitter and metallic tones.

Alongside her illustrious fashion career, Hogg was a musician and supported The Pogues and Debbie Harry of Blondie. She was a member of the bands Rubbish and Doll.