Marilyn’s Sixties ‘Transparency’ Inspires YSL, Dior in AW24

The gown designed by Hollywood costumer Jean Louis for Marilyn’s ‘Happy Birthday Mr. President’ performance at Madison Square Garden in … More

Kim Kardashian Sells Replica of Marilyn’s ‘Birthday Dress’

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian stoked controversy when she wore Marilyn’s ‘Happy Birthday Mr. President‘ dress last year. Now, Kim … More

Marilyn’s Pin-Ups and Snapshots at Heritage Auctions

These two original candid photos from May 1962 – when Marilyn sang ‘Happy Birthday Mr President’ to John F. Kennedy … More

Marilyn, Jean Louis and More in ‘Yours Retro’

Jean Louis, who became Marilyn’s preferred costumer in her final years, is honoured with a 3-page profile in the September … More

Remembering Marilyn on the BBC

Ahead of the 61st anniversary of Marilyn’s death this Saturday, August 5th, fans in the UK can prepare with two … More

‘Marilyn: The Woman Behind the Icon’ in Sydney, Australia

After touring Europe, Marilyn: The Woman Behind the Icon – an exhibition of items from the collection of Ted Stampfer … More

Marilyn and the ‘Divas’ at London’s V+A

Marilyn is featured in DIVA, a new exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum (the V&A), celebrating the power and … More

Marilyn Brings ‘America’s Secret’ to Provence

Marilyn Monroe: America’s Secret, a new exhibition featuring photographs, clothing and personal items – and even a reconstruction of Marilyn’s … More

Harry Belafonte: the ‘Calypso King’ Who Met Marilyn, JFK and More

Harry Belafonte, the singer, actor and activist, died aged 96 on April 25th, 2023. He was born in Harlem in … More

Kennedy Gala Program Signed by Marilyn Sells for $88,900

117 Marilyn-related items went under the hammer yesterday, as part of the Hollywood: Classic & Contemporary event at Julien’s Auctions. … More