The Joy and Sorrow of Richard Avedon’s Marilyn

America’s greatest portrait photographer, Richard Avedon, was born 100 years ago today, on May 15th, 1923. He first met Marilyn … More

A Blonde in Nigeria: Marilyn Inspires Coming-of-Age Tale

Marilyn is featured on the cover of Stephen Buoro’s debut novel, The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa (designed by … More

Andy Warhol’s Signed Marilyn Screenprint Sold for $139K

Following the record-breaking $195 million sale of Andy Warhol’s ‘Shot Blue Marilyn’ at Christie’s in 2022 (see here), the late … More

Marilyn’s Signed Photo and Driver’s Licence at RR Auctions

A signed photo and a Connecticut driver’s licence are among the Marilyn-related lots going under the hammer next Wednesday, May … More

‘Talk to the Hand’: Marilyn at the Staley-Wise Gallery

“Do you know who my best friend is? Not diamonds. The telephone!” Marilyn snatches a moment’s privacy (above left) in … More

‘Some Like It Hot’ in Billy Wilder’s Polish Hometown

Some Like It Hot is showing at 5:30 pm next Wednesday, May 3rd, at the Billy Wilder Centre for Culture … More

Norma Jeane’s Photo-Booth ‘Selfie’ at Sotheby’s

A photo-booth snapshot of the young Norma Jeane Baker will go under the hammer at Sotheby’s New York next Monday, … More

Marilyn Holds the Spotlight at Julien’s Auctions

Over 100 Marilyn-related lots went under the hammer this weekend as part of the Hollywood Classic & Contemporary event at … More

Glimpses of Marilyn’s Private World at Julien’s Auctions

Over 100 Marilyn-related lots went under the hammer this weekend, as part of the Hollywood Classic & Contemporary event at … More

Marilyn, Arthur Miller … and Richard Avedon’s ‘Relationships’

This 1957 photograph of Marilyn with husband Arthur Miller is featured in Richard Avedon: Relationships. With German actress Nastassia Kinski … More