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Marilyn Monroe
Norma Jeane Mortenson
Norma Jeane Mortenson
MOTION PICTURES STAR
Marilyn Monroe
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- Ceremony was on February 8, 1960
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1952
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Marilyn Monroe
As Lorelei Lee in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
- Recognized for her comedic talent and blonde bombshell looks, Marilyn Monroe is portrayed here as the character, showgirl Lorelei Lee in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)
- Monroe was married three times; to Jimmy Dougherty (1942-1946); Joe DiMaggio (1954) and Arthur Miller (1956-1961). Baseball legend Joe DiMaggio, sent fresh roses to her memorial site at Westwood Memorial Park in Los Angeles each week for 20 years, despite their marriage lasting only nine months
- Monroe rose from a poverty-ridden childhood spent in orphanages and foster homes to become a Hollywood legend. After being discovered by a photographer while working in a munitions factory, she began a modelling career and was soon offered a number of film roles. Almost 50 years after she passed away, she remains one of the worlds most popular screen icons
Born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, CA
Died August 5, 1962 in Brentwood, CA
1957
The Marilyn Monroe Letter
Celebrities often assist in the production of their wax figure by donating a costume or providing reference photographs.
In 1957 Monroe was working on the set of The Sleeping Prince (1957) and the Executive Producer of the film provided Madame Tussauds with images to accurately reproduce her eye color.
Marilyn Monroe
Happy Birthday, Mr. President (1962 JFK Fundraiser)
Marilyn Monroe
Some Like It Hot
1944
Some Like It Hot
Screen Worn Dress Piece
Some Like it Hot
This piece of fabric was part of legendary film star Marilyn Monroe's famous flapper dress. It was worn prominently in the 1944 production of Some Like it Hot. Portions were removed from the dress in a museum restoration in 1999.
This piece of fabric was part of legendary film star Marilyn Monroe's famous flapper dress. It was worn prominently in the 1944 production of Some Like it Hot. Portions were removed from the dress in a museum restoration in 1999.
Her Silk Dresses
Marilyn's measurements and dress size fluctuated during her career. In her first national feature in Collier's magazine in 1951 she was billed as 37-23-34 and wore size 2 dresses, like the ones shown here.
- By 1962, her measurements were said to be 38-23-36 and she was wearing a size 12 - Believe It or Not!
Her Ferragamo Shoes
Created for Marilyn
These iconic shoes were among 40 other pairs created for Marilyn by renowned designer Salvatore Ferragamo.
Strapless Dress
Her Polka Dot Dress
Strapless dresses, like this polka dot dress of Marilyn's, were called "will power" dresses as it took will power and a large bust line to keep them up!
Marilyn Monroe's Scarves
Marilyn wore these particular pieces in New York City, along with big dark glasses to disguise herself from the press and curious fans. She would often sit in the park disguised with these scarves to watch children play.
Marilyn
Appeared on 36 magazine covers in one year!
Appeared on 36 magazine covers in one year!
Her Makeup Case
With the cosmetics in this case, Marilyn created the heavy-lidded, come-hither look that became her trademark. She took the 1950's makeup style of simple shadow, black liner, and bold lips to new heights.
Marilyn
Took 3 hours to do her make-up everyday!
Took 3 hours to do her make-up everyday!
1953
Beer Stein
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was Monroe's first movie in which she sang and danced. She won two awards for her performance in this film: Best Actress of 1953 from PHOTOPLAY magazine and The Best Friend a Diamond Ever Had from the Jewelry Academy! Believe It or Not!
1953
Her Cement Footprints
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Lost in a Burbank air hangar for over 50 years, shown here is Sid Grauman's personal copy of Monroe's famous footprints made in 1953 at the premiere of Monroe and Jane Russell's classic film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.
1954
Pearl Teaspoons
Mikimoto Pearl Factory
Marilyn went to Japan in 1954 on her honeymoon. While in Japan, Marilyn couldn't stop her fans from giving her hundreds of gifts, including these pearl studded teaspoons from the world famous Mikimoto Pearl Factory. Believe It or Not!, the Japanese nicknamed Marilyn "Honorable Buttocks Swinging Actress!"
1955
The Seven Year Itch
Novelty Table Fan
Starring Marilyn Monroe and Golden Globe winner, Tom Ewell, The Seven Year Itch was one of Monroe's first blockbuster films and features her most iconic scene - her dress blowing up over top the New York subway system grate.
- Believe It or Not!, the scene happened by accident and almost caused riots both at the time of the filming and in theaters!
Russian Nesting Dolls
Her Famous Boyfriends
Popularized in Russia, matryoshka dolls fit one inside of the other and usually show the same person in different stages of their lives. Our Marilyn doll, is slightly different, the dolls, rather than showing repeat images of Marilyn, show images of three of her famous boyfriends: Frank Sinatra, Arthur Miller, and Yves Montand - Believe It or Not!
Bathing Suit
Her Spotted Bikini
Not known for her modesty, Marilyn wore this size 16 (UK) bathing suit which was considered scandalous in its day but would not get a second look now!
Her Nightcap
Marilyn used this boudoir cap to protect her hair while sleeping.
The very last photographs of Marilyn show the damage to her hair from years of harsh chemical treatments.
- A small collection of Marilyn's boudoir accessories was estimated to sell for up to $2,500 - the final sale price was $12,650! Believe It or Not!
Sexy Sleepwear
Her Baby-Doll Nightie
Christie's sold several nightgowns, pajamas, and baby-doll nighties belonging to Marilyn for astronomical prices. A group of nightgowns sold for $55,000. The baby-doll sleepwear displayed here sold for over $12,000. Ironically, Marilyn always slept in the nude - Believe It or Not!
1962
JFK's Birthday Gala Poster
New York's Birthday Salute to President Kennedy
Originally organized as a Democratic Party fund raiser, JFK's birthday party featured the biggest names in show business!
- Jack Benny
- Maria Callas
- Judy Garland
- Danny Kaye
- Diahann Carroll
- Bobby Darin
- Jimmy Durante
- Henry Fonda
- Ella Fitzgerald
- Peggy Lee
- Marilyn Monroe
- Nichols & May
- Jerome Robbins
- Many Others
Believe It or Not!
After Marilyn's sultry rendition of "Happy Birthday", five more entertainers had to perform after her!
After Marilyn's sultry rendition of "Happy Birthday", five more entertainers had to perform after her!
1962
JFK Birthday Gala Ticket
Almost 16,000 people attended JFK's birthday gala on May 19t, 1962 in Madison Square Garden, New York City. Tickets cost $10, $25 and $100. This is an original $25 admission ticket for section 112.
1962
Her Autograph
Autographed Ceramic Tiles
Producer Clive Davis acquired autographs on ceramic tiles from the many celebrities he worked with. The night of the birthday gala, he obtained Marilyn Monroe's autograph, which reads: "To Clive Love & Kisses Marilyn Monroe."
1962
Marilyn's Famous Sweater
Her Hand-Knit Cardigan
Worn by Marilyn Monroe during a Santa Monica beach photo shoot in July 1962. The resulting photos are some of the last ever taken of the actress before she died a few weeks later.
1995
Marilyn Monroe Money
One Dollar Bill
Marilyn grew up in poverty and was paid only $10 a day for her early modeling jobs. By 1960, she was making more than $350,000 a year. Today, Marilyn makes far more money dead than she ever did alive.
- Believe It or Not!, the estate's benefactor, Anna Strasberg, never even met Marilyn.
Marilyn Monroe
License Plate Portrait
Marilyn Monroe
Candy Portrait
Believe It or Not!, this portrait of Hollywood legend and blond bombshell, Marilyn Monroe, is made entirely of candy! The hair and dress are licorice, the skin is gummy bears and the background is hard candies. There is absolutely no paint of any sort!
Marilyn Monroe
Knit Optical Illusion
Steve Plummer knits portraits onto rugs and shawls that dissapear right before your eyes! Depending on where you view this piece of kinitting you may see nothing, or you may see Andy Warhol's famous Marilyn Monroe. Believe It or Not!
Marilyn Monroe
Birthday Gala Dress
This is one of a number of original drawings Hollywood designer Bob Mackie drew showing Marilyn in the nearly-nude gown. He was just 22 years old when he illustrated the glamorous gown!
Marilyn Monroe
Made of 16mm Film
Believe It or Not!, this portrait of Marilyn Monroe, depicting the famous subway scene from the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch, was made by Erika Simmons using nothing but pieces of 16mm film!
Marilyn Monroe
"When She Owned the World"
Packing Tape Art
Max Zorn of Amsterdam started his art career as a street artist decorating street lamps. Intrigued by light and shadows, he experimented with transparent mediums, like brown packing tape, on top of light sources to see if pictures could be formed by the light shining through. The portralt shown here, titled "When She Owned the World", shows Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe In front of New York's Empire State Building. There Is absolutely no paint involved; the entire portralt is made of brown packing tape. Belleve It or Not!
Marilyn Monroe
Sleepwalking Art: "The Look"
Lee Hadwin of Henllan, Wales, has created nearly 200 pencil sketches, Including this portrait of Marilyn Monroe, and a sketch that sold for over $150,000-in his sleep! Believe It or Not! While sleepwalking, Lee draws on walls, tablecloths, furniture and newspapers, but the following morning he has no recollection of what he has done, and when awake displays no artistic talent whatsoever.
Marilyn Monroe
Nail Polish Portrait
Believe It or Not!, there is no paint in this "painting". This portrait was made entirely from ladies nail polish!
Marilyn Monroe
Anna Nicole Smith's Dresser
From an early age, Anna Nicole Smith (1967 - 2007) was a huge Marilyn Monroe fan. Shown here is a unique hand-painted set of drawers from Smith's estate. Believe It or Not!, Anna Nicole once was worth an estimated $450 million dollars!
Marilyn Monroe
Painted on Rose Petals
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