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Marilyn Monroe at 100: Hollywood made her a myth – she spent her life resisting it

“I can be smart when it matters, but most men don’t like it,” says Lorelei Lee in the 1953 comedy musical, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

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A girl’s best friend: Marilyn Monroe remembered by her closest confidants

Four days before what would have been her 100th birthday, Hollywood legends look back on their friendships with a woman who, underneath the studio sheen, was warm, supportive and empathetic

The Guardian - UK

Marilyn Monroe’s final home – and the life she imagined within it

Marilyn Monroe’s untimely death at just 36 has long been woven into her mystique, fuelling both fascination among fans and a proliferation of theories about its cause.

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What Lily Loves: Khaite Sandals That Just Dropped, Figure-Flattering Swimsuits and the Pioneering Australian Luggage Brand I’m Travelling With

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Marilyn Monroe 100 –the only official book that celebrates the Hollywood and cultural icon in photos

In association with the Marilyn Monroe Estate, this book celebrates the 100th anniversary of the icon’s birth through the lens of some of the 20th century’s greatest photographers

Digital Camera World

Ron Howard's new documentary movie, Avedon, reminds us why the greatest photographer of the 20th century didn't care what camera he used

Premiering at Cannes this week, the film shows us how the greatest images come from reading people, not mastering f-stops

Digital Camera World

Irish Comedian Asks Help to Buy Marilyn Monroe’s X-Rays. She Wants Them Destroyed: ‘Drop Me a DM’

Six decades after the death of Marilyn Monroe, the world hasn’t lost its fascination with her. People yearn to collect pieces of her. Celebrities covet locks of her hair, and some men expressed wanting to be buried beside her grave. It’s obsession at its finest, and Irish comedian Anna Mac…

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TV tonight: exploring Marilyn Monroe’s links to organised crime

A two-part series shows how the film star was drawn closer to the mob by prominent men in her life. Plus: Amanda turns detective in Amandaland. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Quote of the Day by Marilyn Monroe: 'It's far better to be unhappy alone than...'- The iconic American actress' heartbreaking words about loneliness, love and emotional survival still feel painfully real

Marilyn Monroe's powerful words shine a light on the complexities of relationships. She championed the idea that solitude, even if tinged with sadness, is preferable to the pain of emotional strife with another. This perspective rings true today, urging us to prioritize our self-respect and emotional clarity rather than endure…

The Economic Times

Kim Kardashian shares major Met Gala regret over iconic Marilyn Monroe gown

Kim Kardashian thinks about her one major regret over her Marilyn Monroe Met Gala look "once a week".

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‘Forced to preserve a monument’: how the fate of Marilyn Monroe’s LA home became a legal saga

House where Monroe died, which hasn’t been occupied in seven years, is in limbo after current owners wanted to demolish it but were stopped by a public campaign

The Guardian - US

Important Takings Challenge to Los Angeles Historic Preservation Law "Monument" Designation

Historic preservation laws often violate constitutional property rights, and block construction of new housing.

Reason

First Thing: Uncertainty looms as last oil tanker from Middle East arrives in California

State can meet fuel demand for next six weeks with its current supply, says energy commission vice-chair. Plus, alleged Epstein suicide note unsealed by federal judge

The Guardian - UK

Arthur Miller knew Marilyn Monroe would die young

Marilyn Monroe's ex-husband Arthur Miller predicted the actress would die young because it was "impossible for her to live" with the "intensity" of her existence and the amount of drugs she was taking.

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Arthur Miller opens up about marriage to Marilyn Monroe in newly unearthed recordings

Exclusive: Taped conversations also cover playwright’s relationship with fame, self-doubt and communism

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Kim Kardashian Had The Sweetest Met Gala Prep This Year (But I Really Hope She Got Dressed After)

A perfect way to prep, if you ask me.

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Which Celebrity Has Had The Most Expensive Met Gala Dress in History?

The Met Gala isn’t just about bold fashion—it’s a high-stakes runway where millions of dollars can literally be sewn into a single look. Every year, celebrities compete to outdo each other with jaw-dropping designs, rare materials, and historic pieces that blur the line between fashion and museum artifacts. But one…

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These are the 4 new 4K Blu-rays I'm most looking forward to testing in May 2026 — and one of them is 'easily one of my most anticipated discs ever'

May 2026 has another big list of 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.

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The 2026 Met Gala dress code is ‘Fashion is Art’. But is it?

The first Monday in May marks the annual Met Gala: a collision of celebrities, designers and cultural icons. Established in 1948, the gala was originally a high-society event held to raise money for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Woman & Home

Need new books to read in May? Here's what we're devouring

From the books everyone's talking about to the undiscovered gems, these are the best books to read this may, as recommended by our experts

Reason

Historic Taking

The owners of the house that Marilyn Monroe died in claim in a lawsuit that the city took their property when it landmarked it.

The Independent UK

I make the Met Gala red carpet — here’s what no one sees on fashion’s biggest night

MET GALA 2026: The Met Gala red carpet has seen it all: Doja Cat in cosplay as Karl Lagerfeld’s cat, Kim Kardashian in Marilyn Monroe’s iconic “Mr President” gown and A-list pregnancy bump reveals. Ellie Muir speaks to Sivan Santhosh, who has created the event’s red carpet since 2022, about…

The Independent UK

Nine of the most scandalous Met Gala looks from the fashion extravaganza’s 78-year history

These looks have sparked outrage, debate, and controversy

The Independent UK

Century-old casino once owned by Frank Sinatra reopening in Lake Tahoe after sitting empty for decades

Ties between Frank Sinatra and mob figure Sam Giancana led regulators to suspend his gaming license in 1963, forcing him out of the casino business

Fashion Times

From Screen to Street: 10 Iconic Movie Fashion Moments That Changed How the World Dressed

Great film costumes outlive the films themselves. This roundup explores 10 examples of iconic movie fashion that crossed the screen and conquered global wardrobes.

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