20 Photos That Look Back At Mary Wilson's Supreme Style

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Mary Wilson, Motown legend and founding member of the Supremes, died Tuesday at age 76.

Over the course of her decadeslong career, Wilson, along with fellow Supremes Diana Ross and Florence Ballard, achieved huge success, fame and plenty of No. 1 hits ― and there was no shortage of photo-ops.

The Supremes often appeared in coordinated outfits, both on and off stage, wearing everything from sparkly gowns to tailored suits. After leaving the group in 1977, Wilson was often seen at the Kentucky Derby, where she showed off an impressive hat collection.

In honor of the legendary singer’s life, we’re looking back at Wilson’s style both as a Supreme and beyond.

1965

The Supremes: Florence Ballard, Diana Ross and Mary Wilson, circa 1965.
The Supremes: Florence Ballard, Diana Ross and Mary Wilson, circa 1965.

1965

Wilson (right) and the Supremes performing in London on March 18, 1965.
Wilson (right) and the Supremes performing in London on March 18, 1965.

1966

Wilson (center) and the Supremes in New York City on Feb. 25, 1966.
Wilson (center) and the Supremes in New York City on Feb. 25, 1966.

1968

Cindy Birdsong, Diana Ross and Mary Wilson at EMI Records in 1968.
Cindy Birdsong, Diana Ross and Mary Wilson at EMI Records in 1968.

1970

Mary Wilson in 1970. 
Mary Wilson in 1970.

1970

Mary Wilson with the Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman Limousine custom-built for John Lennon in 1970.
Mary Wilson with the Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman Limousine custom-built for John Lennon in 1970.

1979

Mary Wilson in New York City on Aug. 29, 1979.
Mary Wilson in New York City on Aug. 29, 1979.

1981

Mary Wilson at a party in New York City on Dec. 2, 1981.  
Mary Wilson at a party in New York City on Dec. 2, 1981.

1983

Mary Wilson and Dawn Fraser walk in Australia on June 22, 1983.
Mary Wilson and Dawn Fraser walk in Australia on June 22, 1983.

1987

Mary Wilson at the Soul Train Music Awards in Los Angeles on March 23, 1987.
Mary Wilson at the Soul Train Music Awards in Los Angeles on March 23, 1987.

1990

Mary Wilson in 1990. 
Mary Wilson in 1990.

2006

Mary Wilson at a Woman of the Year event in Las Vegas  in 2006.
Mary Wilson at a Woman of the Year event in Las Vegas in 2006.

2006

Mary Wilson arrives at the 10th Annual Entertainment Tonight Emmy Party in West Hollywood on Aug. 27, 2006.   
Mary Wilson arrives at the 10th Annual Entertainment Tonight Emmy Party in West Hollywood on Aug. 27, 2006.

2008

Mary Wilson at "The Story Of The Supremes" private viewing in London on May 12, 2008.
Mary Wilson at "The Story Of The Supremes" private viewing in London on May 12, 2008.

2011

Mary Wilson at the Kentucky Derby in Louisville on May 7, 2011. 
Mary Wilson at the Kentucky Derby in Louisville on May 7, 2011.

2012

Mary Wilson attends the 22nd Annual Night Of 100 Stars Oscar Viewing Gala in Beverly Hills on Feb. 26, 2012.
Mary Wilson attends the 22nd Annual Night Of 100 Stars Oscar Viewing Gala in Beverly Hills on Feb. 26, 2012.

2013

Mary Wilson at "Smokey Robinson Presents Human Nature: The Motown Show" in Las Vegas on Feb. 22, 2013.
Mary Wilson at "Smokey Robinson Presents Human Nature: The Motown Show" in Las Vegas on Feb. 22, 2013.

2016

Mary Wilson arrives at the 142nd Kentucky Derby on May 7, 2016.
Mary Wilson arrives at the 142nd Kentucky Derby on May 7, 2016.

2019

Mary Wilson attneds The Paley Center For Media Hosts "A Legendary Evening With Mary Wilson" in Beverly Hills on May 25, 2019.
Mary Wilson attneds The Paley Center For Media Hosts "A Legendary Evening With Mary Wilson" in Beverly Hills on May 25, 2019.

2020

Mary Wilson at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party in Los Angeles on Feb. 9, 2020.
Mary Wilson at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party in Los Angeles on Feb. 9, 2020.

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This article originally appeared on HuffPost and has been updated.