Albert Wolsky, ‘All That Jazz,’ ‘Bugsy’ and ‘Grease’ Costume Designer, Dies at 95

May 26, 2026 10:40am PT Albert Wolsky, ‘All That Jazz,’ ‘Bugsy’ and ‘Grease’ Costume Designer, Dies at 95

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Albert Wolsky, the two-time Oscar-winning costume designer behind films like “All That Jazz,” “Bugsy,” “Grease” and more, died May 23 in Los Angeles. He was 95. 

Wolsky’s death was confirmed by several colleagues including fellow costume designer Christopher Lawrence in an Instagram post on Sunday. 

“Albert Wolsky. A prince among men,” Lawrence wrote. “Such love and gratitude for your friendship and mentorship. You were the first to tell me that I was going to be a costume designer and the man I turned to for so many big decisions. I’m so sad.” 

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