Peaky Blinder star Cillian Murphy led the tributes to Stephanie Collie, the show’s renowned costume designer, who has passed away at 60. The official BBC show’s Instagram account broke the news to fans, honouring Collie’s pivotal contribution to the series’ iconic style. The statement read: “We were so saddened to learn of the passing of costume designer Stephanie Collie.
“Stephanie’s incredible work in our first series was key to creating the iconic look of the Peaky Blinders , and has gone on to inspire so many people all around the world. “Our love and thoughts are with her family.” Murphy, who plays Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders, shared a heartfelt statement recognising Collie's profound impact on the series.
The Oscar winner, who is currently filming the Peaky Blinders film, penned: “Stephanie was a ferocious talent. She invented the Peaky Blinders look and silhouette that has become iconic across the world. “We will all miss her.
RIP.” Collie passed away on October 26 at St Christopher’s Hospice in South London, six months after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. Born on November 16, 1963, in Warrington, Cheshire, she played a pivotal role in shaping the iconic style of Peaky Blinders, which influenced global fashion trends.
Her impressive career also included work on notable productions such as Layer Cake, London Has Fallen, The Hitman’s Bodyguard, and My Lady Jane. Collie collaborated with renowned actors including Samuel L. Jackson, Ke.