Marilyn Monroe 100

Marilyn Monroe 100: The Official Centenary Book is a beautiful tribute to one of Hollywood’s most enduring icons. Published in association with the Marilyn Monroe Estate, this lavish volume brings together 275 photographs by seventeen renowned photographers, capturing Marilyn throughout the different stages of her life and career. From her early years as Norma Jeane to the glamorous star who captivated audiences on screen and in print, the collection celebrates her remarkable relationship with the camera.

What makes this book especially appealing is the opportunity to see Marilyn through the lenses of some of the twentieth century’s greatest photographers, including Cecil Beaton, Milton Greene, and Richard Avedon. The photographs capture not only her timeless beauty and fashion but also the magnetic quality that made her such a compelling subject. With its elegant presentation and extensive collection of images, this is a fitting way to celebrate what would have been Marilyn’s 100th birthday. For classic Hollywood enthusiasts and Marilyn Monroe admirers, it is a wonderful commemorative volume honoring a star whose appeal continues to transcend generations.


The book is available for purchase here.

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About Annette Bochenek

Dr. Annette Bochenek of Chicago, Illinois, is an avid scholar of Hollywood’s Golden Age. She manages the Hometowns to Hollywood blog, in which she writes about her trips exploring the legacies and hometowns of Golden Age stars. Annette also hosts the “Hometowns to Hollywood” film series throughout the Chicago area. She has been featured on Turner Classic Movies and is the president of TCM Backlot’s Chicago chapter. In addition to writing for TCM Backlot, she also writes for Classic Movie Hub, Silent Film Quarterly, Nostalgia Digest, and Chicago Art Deco Society Magazine.
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