Marilyn’s 1954 trip to Korea, touring US military bases and singing for the troops, was one of her happiest memories. … More
Tag: LIFE
67 Years Ago: Marilyn Calls Time On Joe
On October 6, 1954 – 67 years ago this week – a tearful Marilyn, with Hollywood’s top divorce lawyer at … More
Marilyn In Her Own (Last) Words
Marilyn’s final interview was published in LIFE magazine on August 17, 1962 – nearly two weeks after her untimely death. … More
Philippe Halsman’s Marilyn at Bonhams
A portfolio of ten silver gelatin prints featuring some of Philippe Halsman’s most famous images of Marilyn will go under … More
70 Years Ago: RKO Goes Crazy for Marilyn
In August 1951, Marilyn secured the role of Peggy in Clash By Night. Although her part was small, the project … More
Wear Marilyn for ‘LIFE’ at Benetton
Benetton has partnered with the LIFE archive for a new fashion range featuring images from the magazine, including two poses from … More
Remembering Marilyn in August
August is the saddest month for many of Marilyn’s fans. But on the 59th anniversary of her passing, blogger Megan … More
Marilyn’s ‘Bizarre’ Health and Fitness Tips
Marilyn was an early adopter of the California health craze, and publicity from her starlet years often focused on her … More
Phil Moore: Hollywood’s Black Pioneer, and Marilyn’s Musical Mentor
Phil Moore (shown above with Marilyn in 1951) was the first salaried black musician to work at a major Hollywood … More
Marilyn: The Last Interview and Other Conversations
Marilyn Monroe: The Last Interview and Other Conversations is part of a great series – I also own titles on … More