Joan Anderson, the Australian-born model who brought the hula hoop to the US, has died aged 101. She was born … More
Category: Art and Photography
(Not So) Parallel Lives: Marilyn Meets Frida Kahlo in Turin
Frida/Marilyn: Parallel Lives is an exhibition of art and photography, on display until October 5 at the Ancient Oratory of … More
When Marilyn Brought Romance (and Drama) to the Waldorf
As New York’s Waldorf Astoria prepares for its grand reopening in September, LIFE looks back on the lavish gala where Marilyn … More
63 Years Later: Fans Pay Tribute to Marilyn
On Tuesday, August 5th – the 63rd anniversary of Marilyn’s death in 1962 – fans gathered at Westwood Memorial Park … More
Beyoncé, Dolly and a Marilyn (Non) Moment
Music superstar and an icon in her own right, Beyoncé has sometimes referenced Marilyn’s bombshell glamour in the past (see … More
Marilyn’s Summer Style is Still in Vogue
Vogue has posted an online gallery showcasing Marilyn’s vintage ‘summer vacation style,’ mostly from her early modelling days. She wore … More
Marilyn Brings ‘American People’ to Malaga
Garry Winogrand’s exuberant photo of Marilyn standing over a Manhattan subway grate while filming a scene for The Seven Year … More
Mara Corday: the Pin-Up Star Who ‘Just Missed’ Marilyn
Mara Corday, model and star of 1950s sci-fi movies, has died aged 95. She was born Marilyn Joan Watts in … More
Marilyn Sips ‘Ladyburn’ With Sam Shaw in Scotland
The estate of photographer Sam Shaw has teamed up with William Grant & Sons, a family-owned Scottish company founded in … More
Marilyn’s Passport Photo Sold for $21K at RR Auctions
An original 1954 passport photo with inscription – ‘To Mr. Bolds, Thanks and my warmest regards, Marilyn Monroe DiMaggio’ – … More