Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe October 11

Marilyn Monroe's iconic subway grate photo has surprising WWII roots and hidden history

New book "Dear Marilyn" explores how Sam Shaw's 1941 Coney Island photographs inspired the famous Marilyn Monroe subway grate scene from "The Seven Year Itch."

Marilyn Monroe July 27

Marilyn Monroe 'could be trouble,' Jackie Kennedy warned JFK: author

Author J. Randy Taraborrelli examines Jackie Kennedy's specific worries about Marilyn Monroe and reveals JFK's accountability for his marital behavior before his assassination.

Marilyn Monroe January 11

‘I Love Lucy’ star played matchmaker for Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio: author

Norman Brokaw, who represented Marilyn Monroe, passed away in 2016 at age 89. His son, Joel Brokaw, wrote about his father's lengthy Hollywood career in a new book, "Driving Marilyn."

Exclusive January 4

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner battled Elvis Presley's costar over nude pics: son

Stella Stevens, the Hollywood actress and Playboy model who starred opposite Jerry Lewis, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, Bing Crosby and Bobby Darin, died in 2023. She was 84.

Exclusive October 13, 2024

‘Ozzie and Harriet’ actor left hit ‘50s sitcom for starring role, got a surprise second act from Disney: son

Don DeFore, who starred in "Ozzie and Harriet" and "Hazel," died in 1993 at age 80. His son, Ron DeFore, has written a book about the TV and film actor titled "Growing Up In Disneyland Second Edition."

Marilyn Monroe October 5, 2024

Marilyn Monroe struggled with sexpot persona, crumbling marriage while filming last movie: book

Eve Arnold, a celebrated photojournalist, died in 2012 at the age of 99. A new book recently published, "Marilyn Monroe by Eve Arnold," features new photos of the iconic actress.

Exclusive September 7, 2024

Queen Elizabeth ‘felt sorry’ for Marilyn Monroe after their only meeting: author

Marilyn Monroe, America's most famous sex symbol, met the British monarch in 1956. At the time, she was filming "The Prince and the Showgirl" opposite Laurence Olivier.

Marilyn Monroe June 1, 2024

Remembering Marilyn Monroe: The Hollywood icon's life in film, fashion, multiple marriages and shocking death

Marilyn Monroe passed away when she was a young 36 years old, but in her short life, she made a major impact on American society. She is still fondly remembered and quoted today.

Exclusive May 2, 2024

Marilyn Monroe’s affair with JFK confirmed on wiretap by private investigator, book claims

"The Fixer: Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn," written by Josh Young and Manfred Westphal, tells the story of Hollywood private investigator Fred Otash.

LIFESTYLE March 8, 2024

On this day in history, March 8, 1999, Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio dies, 'cultural icon' on and off field

Joe DiMaggio, who dominated with the New York Yankees on the baseball diamond and was larger than life off the field, died on this day in history, March 8, 1999.

Super Bowl LVIII February 11, 2024

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce romance reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio love story

Grammy award-winning singer Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, are being compared to actress Marilyn Monroe and Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio.

This Day in History January 14, 2024

On this day in history, January 14, 1954, Marilyn Monroe marries Joe DiMaggio

Marilyn Monroe, American actress and fashion icon, married New York Yankees baseball player Joe DiMaggio on this day in history, Jan. 14, 1954, in a City Hall ceremony in San Francisco.

LIFESTYLE December 19, 2023

Bathroom scales and locks of hair among the wacky items that have been sold at auction

Auctions provide an opportunity for the public to get their hands on the rarest of items. Certain items that have been sold are a bit stranger than others.

Exclusive November 12, 2023

'Dynasty' star Joan Collins says Marilyn Monroe warned her about 'the wolves' of Hollywood: 'Watch out honey'

Joan Collins, the British actress who played Alexis Carrington Colby in the '80s soap "Dynasty," has written a new memoir, where she described being faced with the casting couch.

Exclusive July 18, 2023

Marilyn Monroe's JFK phone call haunted Jackie Kennedy years after star's death, author claims

Jackie Kennedy, who was married to President John F. Kennedy and Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, died in 1994 at age 64. She is the subject of a new book.

Exclusive June 29, 2023

Sex symbol Brigitte Bardot left the spotlight because she’d ‘had enough': author

The final years of Brigitte Bardot's movie career were photographed by Douglas Kirkland and Terry O'Neill. Their photographs are now featured in a new book titled "Being Bardot."

Exclusive April 10, 2023

Marilyn Monroe asked Judy Garland this haunting question, author says: 'They felt for each other'

Bertrand Tessier's book “Judy Garland: Splendor and Downfall of a Legend" features what is believed to be the last known snapshot taken of the star days before her death in 1969 at age 47.

Exclusive March 24, 2023

'50s blonde bombshell Cleo Moore, the next Marilyn Monroe, may have died of broken heart, author claims

Actress and pinup Cleo Moore was a sought-after '50s blonde like Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield and Mamie Van Doren. She also endured a sad Hollywood ending.

Exclusive February 16, 2023

Rare Marilyn Monroe footage preserved by Holocaust survivor who escaped Nazis with help of Superman publisher

Helene Stapinski and Bonnie Siegler teamed up to tell the surprising story of Jules Schulback and Harry Donenfeld in "The American Way: A True Story of Nazi Escape, Superman, and Marilyn Monroe."

ENTERTAINMENT February 15, 2023

'Blonde' star Ana de Armas on why there will never be another star like Marilyn Monroe

Ana de Armas said in a new interview there may never be another true movie star. The "Blonde" actress said "that mystery is gone" thanks to social media.

Exclusive November 26, 2022

‘Sunset Boulevard’ star Nancy Olson Livingston recalls 'daring script,' meeting Marilyn Monroe and Walt Disney

Nancy Olson Livingston, who starred in classic Hollywood films "Sunset Boulevard" and Disney's "Pollyanna," has written a memoir titled "A Front Row Seat."

Exclusive October 30, 2022

Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe's idol, was Hollywood's original blonde bombshell before tragic demise: book

Actress Jean Harlow died when she was just 26 years old in 1937. For years, rumors and conspiracy theories have surrounded the sex symbol's brief life.

Exclusive October 3, 2022

Marilyn Monroe historian slams Netflix's 'Blonde,' says film is 'the definition of exploitation'

Scott Fortner is considered an authority on Marilyn Monroe, who passed away in 1962 at age 36. He owns the world’s largest private collection of Monroe’s personal possessions.

Marilyn Monroe September 30, 2022

Critics rip Netflix’s ‘Blonde’ for being ‘exploitative’ and ‘sexist’: ‘Self-indulgent act of cruelty'

Netflix's film "Blonde" is getting slammed for director Andrew Dominik's work, as critics describe the movie as “one of the most detestable movies” they've ever watched.

Celebrity News August 31, 2022

‘Blonde’ star Ana de Armas is confused on why movie got NC-17 rating: ‘I didn't understand why that happened’

Ana de Armas is confused by the NC-17 rating for her movie "Blonde," saying she has seen movies with more obscene content that didn't receive that rating.

Brad Pitt August 3, 2022

Brad Pitt praises Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe amid backlash: 'Tough dress to fill'

Brad Pitt defended Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming Netlfix film "Blonde." Pitt's production company is producing the film.

Marilyn Monroe July 28, 2022

'Blonde' star Ana de Armas stuns as Marilyn Monroe in newly released photos

Ana de Armas appears as the Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming Netflix movie "Blonde." A new trailer for the movie and new images of De Armas in the movie have been released.

Marilyn Monroe July 11, 2022

How did Marilyn Monroe die? The details behind the mysterious death of one of Hollywood's most famous faces

Marilyn Monroe was a beloved actress in the '50s and continued to be even past her death in 1962. The details of her death are still investigated today.

Celebrity News July 1, 2022

Celebrities who've changed their names since rising to fame in Hollywood

Stars like Marilyn Monroe, Jamie Foxx and more have changed their names since rising to superstardom in Hollywood. Here's a look at why they did it.

Marilyn Monroe June 16, 2022

Marilyn Monroe's dress wasn't damaged by Kim Kardashian, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! says

Ripley's Believe It or Not! now claims that Marilyn Monroe's dress was not damaged when Kim Kardashian wore the iconic garment to the 2022 Met Gala in May.