Norma Jeane Mortenson was born on June 1st, 1926, in the charity ward of Los Angeles General Hospital. At 24, … More
Tag: George Barris
‘Éternelle Marilyn’: Movies and More in Paris
Marilyn Monroe: 100 Years, the ongoing exhibition at the Cinémathèque Française, is one of several events marking her upcoming centenary … More
Style Icons: A Marilyn Paper Doll Book
Style Icons: Marilyn Monroe is a ‘dress-up paper doll book’ with Australian artist Kelly Smith’s illustrations accompanied by text from … More
Marilyn’s ‘Eternal Myth’ Covers Le Figaro
Marilyn graces the cover of Le Figaro‘s latest weekend supplement, with an image captured by George Barris on Santa Monica … More
Ruby Flynn Brings ‘Marilyn Forever’ to Madame Figaro
The British model Ruby Flynn was featured in Madame Figaro, the supplementary magazine for Le Figaro, last weekend (March 20-22.) … More
‘Conversations With Marilyn’ Reissued in France
Fifty years after its original release, Conversations With Marilyn has been published in France for the first time. “Reno, Nevada, … More
‘Merry Merry Marilyn’ – and a Happy New Year – at Julien’s Auctions
On Tuesday, January 6 – the first day after the Christmas holidays end – Julien’s Auctions invites you to celebrate … More
American Greats: Marilyn’s Misfit Years at Christie’s
In my last post on American Greats, an auction featuring Dr. G.B. Espy’s collection of sports and entertainment artefacts held … 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: Words From a Fashion Icon
Marilyn Monroe: Words From a Fashion Icon is the latest publication from Australian fashion illustrator turned author Megan Hess. Published … More