Marilyn Monroe lookalikes flock to Palm Springs for star’s 100th birthday – in pictures
Summary
Hundreds of people dressed up as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been her 100th birthday in Palm Springs, California. The event took place near a large statue of Monroe and attracted fans from across the U.S. and other countries.Key Facts
- Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles.
- The celebration happened in Palm Springs, a city Monroe visited often during her life.
- Many attendees wore Monroe's famous white dress and styled themselves with her platinum blond hair.
- The gathering was near a 26-foot tall statue of Monroe created in 2011 by artist Seward Johnson.
- Fans used the event to take photos, apply makeup, and honor Monroe’s legacy.
- Visitors came from different parts of the United States and other countries to attend.
- The statue shows Monroe in the famous subway grate pose from the movie The Seven-Year Itch.
- Marilyn Monroe was a popular actress and cultural icon in mid-20th century America.
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