Early Photos of a 24-Year-Old Marilyn Monroe in 1950 – C1
In 1950, LIFE photographer Ed Clark received a call from a friend at 20th Century Fox about “a hot tomato” the studio had just signed: one Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn 1950: 24-year-old …. Marilyn Monroe “She was almost unknown then, so I was…
Photos of Marilyn Monroe and Yves Montand at a Press Party for “Let’s Make Love” in 1960 – C1
Let’s Make Love is a 1960 musical comedy film made by 20th Century Fox in DeLuxe Color and CinemaScope. It was directed by George Cukor and produced by Jerry Wald from a screenplay by Norman Krasna, Hal Kanter, and Arthur Miller….
Rare Photos of Marilyn Monroe Auditioning for a Play at the Players Ring Theatre in Los Angeles, 1950 – C1
In March 1950, Marilyn Monroe attended an audition for roles at the newly formed Players Ring Theater in Los Angeles. She didn’t win any roles at the theater, but she did win a role in The Fireball soon after. Marilyn Monroe auditioning…
Rarely Seen Photographs of ‘Injured’ Marilyn Monroe on Crutches in Canada in the Summer of 1953 – C1
Marilyn Monroe filmed River of No Return in the Canadian Rockies at Alberta’s Bow Valley. It was her first western and during filming she twisted her ankle during a scene in the river, bringing Joe DiMaggio to her side as she hobbled…
Natural Beauty: Some Vintage Snapshots of Marilyn Monroe Without Make-Up – C1
Marilyn Monroe without makeup had a natural beauty that emphasized her gentle features, bright smile, and expressive eyes. Marilyn monroe without makeup beauty Without her signature makeup, her skin was fair and showed her natural complexion, highlighting a softness and…
Pictures of Marlon Brando and Marilyn Monroe Promoting the Actor’s Studio Benefit Which Was Featuring the Film “The Rose Tattoo” (1955) – C1
The Rose Tattoo is a 1955 American film adaptation of the Tennessee Williams play of the same name. It was adapted by Williams and Hal Kanter and directed by Daniel Mann, with stars Anna Magnani, Burt Lancaster, Marisa Pavan and Jo…
Behind the Scenes Photos of Marilyn Monroe During Her Hair and Wardrobe Tests for “How to Marry a Millionaire” (1953) – C1
In How to Marry a Millionaire (1953), Marilyn Monroe starred as Pola Debevoise, a charming and somewhat naive model with a unique quirk—she’s extremely nearsighted but refuses to wear her glasses around men because she believes they make her less attractive. This…
Photos of Marilyn Monroe During a Ballet Lesson in Hollywood, 1949 – C1
In the late 1940s, Marilyn Monroe took acting, dancing, and singing lessons (sometimes all in one day) to perfect herself for any role that might come her way. Marilyn Monroe Dancing Ballet These vintage photos of Marilyn Monroe were taken…
Candid Photos of Marilyn Monroe at the Premiere of “Some Like It Hot” at the Lowe’s Capital Theatre in March, 1959 – C1
Some Like It Hot made its debut around the world in March 1959. Premiere’s were held in Chicago (which Marilyn attended) and Memphis on 17th March and then in Washington on the 21st March. But it was the New York premiere…
Stunning Photos of Marilyn Monroe Seductively Applying Chanel No. 5, New York, 1955 – C1
LIFE magazine dedicated its feature story to Marilyn Monroe on April 7, 1952. It was in this issue that the actress’ declaration of love for N°5 perfume was first recorded. When asked, “Marilyn, what do you wear to bed?” Marilyn Monroe…