Norma Jeane Dougherty’s marriage to Jim Dougherty had been strained since he began serving overseas as a Merchant Marine and…
When Robert Mitchum First Met Marilyn
Today’s Irish Times includes a fascinating article about Robert Mitchum’s time in Dingle while filming Ryan’s Daughter in 1969. One…
Marilyn’s Evening Gown, and Joe’s Funeral Program Sold at Julien’s Auctions
A black halter-neck evening gown purchased by Marilyn from Bergdorf Goodman, never seen in public but very much in her…
Marilyn’s Shoe Palace Summer Spree
Menswear retailer Shoe Palace has launched a new, US-only range in partnership with Marilyn’s estate. Thanks to April at Marilyn…
Retracing Marilyn’s Sky Harbor Detour
In an article for AZ Central, Douglas C. Towne looks at the history of Sky Harbor International Airport’s first terminal…
Day By Day With Marilyn
Day by Day With Marilyn is a 12-month undated planner, with an impeccably-researched accompanying text by Monroe biographer Michelle Morgan,…
Maegan Houang’s ‘Mǎlì-lián Monroe’
Mǎli-Lián Monroe is a 2019 series by photographer Maegan Houang, recasting iconic heroines like Marilyn, Jackie Kennedy, Scarlett O’Hara and…
Marilyn’s Marquee Revival in Wilmington, Ohio
During Marilyn’s era, it was common practice for cinemas to continue screening popular movies several years after their initial release.…
Billy Halop, From ‘Dead End’ to ‘Dangerous Years’
Actor Billy Halop, who found fame as one of the Dead End Kids before playing the lead in Dangerous Years…
Gaby Dunn Inspired by ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’
Comedian, writer and activist Gaby Dunn, who hosts the Bad With Money podcast, cites Gentlemen Prefer Blondes as a favourite…