Cinematic Showgirls: Marilyn and Taylor Swift

Ever since Taylor Swift announced her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, comparisons to glamorous stars of the past … More

Pretty Little Baby: Marilyn and Connie Francis

One of the best-selling vocalists in popular music history, Connie Francis died aged 87 on July 16, 2025. She was … More

Marilyn’s ‘Diamond’ Hits on Red (Not Orange) Vinyl

Diamonds, featuring some of Marilyn’s greatest hit songs, will be released on red vinyl by Not Now Music on September … More

Marilyn at Julien’s: Memorabilia From Barbie to the USPS

In my fourth post about the online event at Julien’s Auctions, ‘Happy 99th Birthday, Marilyn!‘ – with bids closing on … More

Marilyn at Julien’s: Written in the Stars

In my third post about the online event at Julien’s Auctions, ‘Happy 99th Birthday, Marilyn!‘ – with bids closing on … More

Addison Rae Takes Diamond Inspiration From Marilyn

Pop star and influencer Addison Rae evokes Marilyn’s ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’ era – alongside modern-day icons like … More

Hollywood Makes Plans for Marilyn’s Centennial

As fans celebrate Marilyn’s 99th birthday, preparations are underway for her centennial in Los Angeles, as Indiewire reports. “Never nominated … More

‘SMASH’ Cast to Celebrate Marilyn’s Birthday on Broadway

SMASH, the new musical based on the cult NBC series, will celebrate Marilyn’s 99th birthday with fans of the show, … More

‘SMASH’: TV Show Turned Musical Opens on Broadway

SMASH, the NBC drama series going behind the scenes of a fictitious Broadway musical about Marilyn Monroe, spawned the phrase … More

Marilyn-Inspired Ballet Opens in Portland, Oregon

Marilyn has inspired a new ballet, as Amy Leona Havin reports for Oregon Arts Watch. “Oregon Ballet Theatre’s contemporary world … More