Marilyn’s friendship with Ella Fitzgerald is often cited (and exaggerated), but what about that other great jazz diva, Billie Holiday? … More
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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
Stanley Flink, Who Penned Marilyn’s First ‘LIFE’ Story, Dies at 98
Stanley E. Flink, the journalist and professor who interviewed Marilyn for her first LIFE cover story in 1952, died aged … More
Scandal or Myth: Marilyn in ‘Yours Retro’ Special
A four-page article on Marilyn is featured in 50 Scandals That Rocked Old Hollywood, a special issue of UK nostalgia … More
Objects of Desire: Marilyn Goes From Scandal to Chanel
When asked by reporters what she wore to bed, Marilyn famously quipped, “just a few drops of Chanel No. 5.” … More
Andre de Dienes’ Marilyn at Heritage Auctions
A selection of prints from photographer Andre de Dienes – from his travels in rural California with a brunette Norma … More
Carl Perutz’s Marilyn Tops Bids at Julien’s Birthday Sale
This 1970s print by Carl Perutz (at left) was the top seller at yesterday’s Julien’s Auctions online sale of memorabilia … More
Julien’s Auctions to Celebrate Marilyn’s 96th Birthday
Julien’s Auctions is hosting an online sale of photographs and memorabilia next week, celebrating what would be Marilyn’s 96th birthday. … More
CNN Reframes the Story of Marilyn’s ‘Diamond Dress’
The history of Marilyn’s ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’ costume from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes – from the too-risqué original, … More
Marilyn Flies High With Heritage Auctions
Some rare items of Marilyn-related ephemera are featured in the Entertainment & Music Memorabilia Showcase at Heritage Auctions, with bids … More