Albert Wolsky, the two-time Oscar-winning costume designer whose work shaped some of Hollywood's most iconic film looks including Grease, All That Jazz and Bugsy, has died aged 95.

Albert's passing in Los Angeles happened on 23 May, and has now been confirmed by colleagues including fellow costume designer Christopher Lawrence, who paid tribute in an emotional Instagram post.

Over a career spanning more than five decades, Albert became one of the most respected figures in costume design, earning seven Academy Award nominations and helping define the visual identity of films ranging from gritty dramas to romantic comedies and musicals.

His work on Grease in particular became embedded in pop culture history, with the black leather outfit worn by Olivia Newton-John as Sandy Olsson remaining one of cinema's most recognisable costumes decades after the film's release. The movie itself continues to endure as one of Hollywood's defining musicals, while its songs, styling and cast remain widely celebrated through revivals, anniversary screenings and social media tributes following Olivia's death in 2022.

Christopher Lawrence wrote in a tribute on Instagram: "Albert Wolsky. A prince among men."

He added: "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."

Albert won Academy Awards for All That Jazz and Bugsy, while also earning Oscar nominations for Sophie's Choice, The Journey of Natty Gann, Toys, Across the Universe and Revolutionary Road.

For Grease, Albert created the sharply stylised 1950s wardrobe worn by stars including Olivia and John Travolta, helping cement the film's nostalgic aesthetic.

Olivia later revealed in her autobiography the famous skin-tight black trousers worn during the film's closing sequence were genuine vintage trousers from the 1950s.

Olivia wrote: "They were so old, and there was just one pair, so there was no room for error."

She added: "One rip and disaster."

The trousers later became one of Hollywood memorabilia's most talked-about auction items when Spanx founder Sara Blakely purchased them for $162,000 at a charity auction in 2019.

Albert's career began during the 1960s after studying at the City College of New York.

He initially worked on Broadway productions including Camelot before moving into film and television work. He went on to build an extensive résumé across multiple genres, contributing costumes to films including Lenny, The Turning Point, Striptease, Fatal Instinct, You've Got Mail, Runaway Bride and Maid in Manhattan.

His final credited project was David O. Russell's 2022 ensemble drama Amsterdam.

Albert's work stretched across generations of Hollywood filmmaking, from Broadway productions and classic 1970s cinema to contemporary studio releases, helping shape the wardrobes of some of the most enduring characters in modern film history.