Bill Frank Whitten Explained

Bill Frank Whitten (October 4, 1944 – April 8, 2006) was a Hollywood fashion designer who designed stage clothing and high-end fashion for musicians and celebrities.

In 1974, Whitten's custom shirt business in West Hollywood, Workroom 27, was discovered by Neil Diamond who became an advocate for Whitten's custom-designed clothing.[1] At the height of his business, Whitten had a factory with 50 employees making stage clothing for 20 groups including the Commodores, The Jacksons, and Edgar Winter.[1] He also designed Michael Jackson's famous rhinestone glove and crystal-encrusted socks.[2] In 1990, he opened a store, Bill Whitten, on Melrose Avenue.[3]

Whitten died of cancer on April 8, 2006, and is buried in Los Angeles, California.[4] He is the brother of artist Jack Whitten.[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Robinson. Gaile. Whitten Time : Fashion: For a long time Bill Whitten designed in obscurity while his rock music creations stole the spotlight, but no more.. The Los Angeles Times. 21 February 1990 . 31 January 2018.
  2. Web site: Chochrek . Ella . Michael Jackson's Moonwalking Socks Are Expected To Sell for More Than $1 Million . . 24 November 2019 . 6 November 2019.
  3. News: Louie. Elaine. Style Makers; Bill Whitten; Designer and Retailer. The New York Times. 27 May 1990 . 31 January 2018.
  4. Web site: Billy Frank Whitten. Find a Grave. 31 January 2018.
  5. News: 'I Am Black, Angry, Tired of Teaching, Tired of Being Poor': Jack Whitten's Newly Published Journals Reveal a Long, Painful Road to Recognition. 2018-08-06. artnet News. 2018-08-10. en-US.

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