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Marilyn Monroe

O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi” is a timeless Christmas tale. Read about this fascinating author and his inspiring short story.

Otto Preminger Goes Independent, Takes Down the Production Code Administration, Fights Censorship, & Doesn’t Hold Back His Temper.

Greg Schreiner owns one of the largest collections of Old Hollywood costumes & Marilyn Monroe’s gowns. Listen to my podcast for his insights.

Shelley Winters Speaks Southern Brooklynese, Is Roommates with Marilyn Monroe, and Helps Marilyn Break a Leg. From 1947, it’s A Double Life.

Shelley Winters Is a Bombshell, Likes to Eat, Wins Two Oscars, Romances Hollywood’s Hottest Men, & Shares a Mink Coat with Marilyn Monroe.

Dorothy Dandridge Is the First Black Leading Lady, Marries a Nicholas Brother, Loves to Cook, And Gives Marilyn Monroe a Leotard.

Tony Curtis Survives the Streets of New York, Joins the Navy, Inspires Elvis, Has Amazing Hair, Loves Beautiful Women, and Can Paint.

Billy Travilla Creates Marilyn Monroe’s Iconic Look, Gets Errol Flynn to Wear Tights, Wins An Academy Award, and Can Out Pleat Anyone!

Marilyn Monroe Proves She’s A Star, Jane Russell Becomes a Mom, & Joan Crawford is Scandalized. From 1953, it’s Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Jane Russell Helps the Children, Says No to Howard Hughes’ Bra Design, Needs Her Sleep, & Proves That Church Ladies Can Curse Like Sailors.