Marilyn Monroe's Centennial ~ 1926-2026
A hundred years after her birth, Marilyn Monroe's influence endures.
Andy Warhol's 1962 silkscreen made her the face of Pop Art
The white halter dress from The Seven Year Itch remains one of the most iconic fashion moments in cinema
Elton John's 1973 tribute song, originally for Marilyn
Her 'Happy Birthday, Mr. President' remains the most famous birthday serenade in history
Her time at the Actors Studio legitimized her as a serious performer
Started Marilyn Monroe Productions in 1954, rare for actresses of her era
Her struggles have since helped destigmatize mental illness in Hollywood
The 'Marilyn' look continues to inspire makeup and fashion trends
Her films are among the most carefully preserved in cinema history
Became the archetype for the 'blonde bombshell' in American culture
"A sex symbol becomes a thing. I hate being a thing."