This classic image of Marilyn in a Christian Dior dress sold for $47,500 this week, among thousands of negatives shot … More
Category: Law and Government
Los Angeles Judge Blocks Demolition of Marilyn’s Last Home
Marilyn’s final home – and the only property she ever owned – has been saved from another demolition bid, as … 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
‘Forever Marilyn’ Relocated in Palm Springs
A dedication ceremony for the Forever Marilyn statue is planned at its new location, as Eric Gray reports for the … More
‘Forever Marilyn’ to Relocate in Palm Springs
Three years after ‘Forever Marilyn’ came to Museum Way, the giant statue will be moved to another location in Palm … More
‘Forever Marilyn’ Battle Continues in Palm Springs
The future placement of Seward Johnson’s giant ‘Forever Marilyn’ statue on Museum Way in Palm Springs may soon be decided, … More
Marilyn’s Last Home Granted Landmark Status
After a nine-month legal battle, Marilyn’s final home at Fifth Helena Drive in Brentwood, Los Angeles has been officially declared … More
Marilyn’s Last Home Nominated as Historic-Cultural Monument in LA
After plans to demolish Marilyn’s last home at Fifth Helena Drive in Brentwood, Los Angeles were recently made public (see … More
Hollywood Historian Cari Beauchamp Has Died
Cari Beauchamp, the author and film historian, has died aged 74. Born in Berkeley, California, she began her career as … More
The Secret History of Marilyn’s Last Home
In September, it was revealed that Marilyn’s final home at Fifth Helena Drive in Brentwood, Los Angeles, had been sold, … More