Sydney Sweeney's blonde bombshell aesthetic just might be hereditary.
The "Euphoria" actress and the late Marilyn Monroe are distant relatives, according to a new MyHeritage study shared with USA TODAY.
The genealogy research site notes the actresses are ninth cousins, once removed, meaning that there is a one-generation gap between them.
The Hollywood darlings share the common ancestors Ezra Perry and Elizabeth Burgess, 17th-century British settlers in Massachusetts, through Sweeney's father, Steven Sweeney, and Monroe's biological father, Charles Stanley Gifford, according to the online genealogy company.
The Perry-Burgess lineage also includes former President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Gen. Douglas MacArthur.

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Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe have often been compared to one another – and there's now an official reason for that.
It turns out the White Lotus alum, 29, and the late Hollywood icon – who died in 1962, aged 36 – are related.
New research from global family history platform MyHeritage has found that Sydney and Monroe are 9th cousins, once removed.
The connection comes through their paternal lines – Sydney's father, Steven Sweeney, and Marilyn's biological father, Charles Stanley Gifford.
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A new study by MyHeritage revealed that Euphoria actress Sydney Sweeney is related to the late Hollywood bombshell Marilyn Monroe.
The study (via The Hollywood Reporter) showed that the actresses are ninth cousins, once removed. Sweeney and Monroe share a mutual ancestor, Ezra Perry (c. 1625–1689). According to the study, Perry was an early English settler in Sandwich, Massachusetts.
MyHeritage director of research Roi Mandel called the discovery "incredible." After all, Sweeney has been compared to Monroe in the past. He raved, "Uncovering their shared branch was incredible, it's a powerful reminder that humanity is one vast family tree, and when we dig deep, we uncover how remarkably interconnected we all are."
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Amid a wealth of style choices at the 2026 Emmys, one color ruled above all: a bold crimson in its best look-at-me hue, seen on women happy to embrace its powerful psychology. From Cailee Spaeny in custom Miu Miu to Hassie Harrison in Monique Lhuillier, Rhea Seehorn in Louis Vuitton and Emmys host Mariska Hargitay in Monse on the red carpet, the choice was just the beginning of an evening that acquitted itself well on the style spectrum.
Among the more touching elements of the night's fashion conversations were the remembrances of legendary designer Bob Mackie, whose death in Palm Springs at the age of 87 was announced mere hours before the 78th Primetime Emmys kicked off at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles. During the pre-show, E! News host Keltie Knight took a moment to honor Mackie, calling him "one of the most prolific and celebrated costume designers of all time … [who] created some of the most iconic looks of all time for stars like Cher, Carol Burnett, Elton John, Diana Ross, Marilyn Monroe, Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton and so many others. His impact on the world of fashion is really hard to put into words, and his legacy absolutely lives on." E! News finished the segment with a moment of silence and a black screen.
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Bob Mackie, who designed dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton and Elton John has died, aged 87.
The US fashion designer, known as the "Sultan of Sequins" for his sparkling creations, won a Tony Award, nine Emmys and received three Oscar nominations during his career.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr Bob Mackie passed away today," a statement on his Instagram account announced on Monday.
"He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do," it added. "His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
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Bob Mackie had strong feelings about Kim Kardashian wearing Marilyn Monroe's historic dress.
The legendary fashion designer, whose death was announced Sept. 14 at age 87, sketched the original design at the start of his career while working as an ***** istant to French-born costumer Jean Louis.
Monroe made American history in 1962 when she wore the nude shimmering gown during her performance of "Happy Birthday" for then-President John F. Kennedy. The dress and her serenade were never forgotten.
So much so that 60 years later in 2022, Kardashian worked with the owner of the dress, Ripley's Believe It or Not! museum, to wear the bling-encrusted gown to the Met Gala, acknowledging that she slimmed down dramatically to fit into it.
Mackie called Kardashian's wearing of the skin-tight gown a "big mistake," telling Entertainment Weekly that Monroe was "a goddess. A crazy goddess, but a goddess." He went on to describe her as "just fabulous," noting that the dress "was designed for her."

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Gay fashion designer Bob Mackie has died. He was 87.
The legendary fashion and costume designer, famous for dressing people like Cher, Elton John, Diana Ross, and Tina Turner, has passed away, according to a statement released on his social media accounts.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today," the statement read. "He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do. His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
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The 2025 Out100 honoree has shaped the cultural zeitgeist for more than six decades. A young Mackie drew the initial sketch for Marilyn Monroe's "Happy Birthday Mr. President" dress when he was working for designer Jean Louis, and went on to dress Elton John in that memorable Donald Duck costume, complete with webbed feet.

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Iconic fashion designer Bob Mackie died on Monday, September 14, at the age of 87, according to an Instagram post on his page. The beloved designer worked with legendary entertainers such as Cher, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and Tina Turner, and as a result of his decades' worth of hard work, Mackie's net worth is impressive.
According to the website Celebrity Net Worth, Mackie leaves behind an estimated net worth of $10 million.
Mackie is remembered for the extravagant designs he created for Cher, Turner, and others who wore risqué, elaborate costumes on stage. As Variety noted, however, one of his first substantial gigs in fashion design was working on The Carol Burnett Show for 11 seasons.
Mackie also created the initial sketch for the iconic dress Marilyn Monroe wore at President John F. Kennedy's 1962 birthday celebration.
Bob Mackie attends the 11th Annual Treasures of Los Angeles Awards in April 2005. DL1 / http: / www.wenn.com / MEGA

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NEW YORK (AP) — Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s — including putting Carol Burnett in some of her kookiest getups and Cher in her raciest ones — died Monday. He was 87.
"He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do," a read statement on his social media accounts. "His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars, including one for Barbra Streisand's "Funny Lady," in which she wore a sheer batwing gown. He was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Science's Hall of Fame in 2002.
He designed gowns for Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Sharon Stone, Diana Ross and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and concert costumes for Pink. When Marilyn Monroe delivered a breathy, seductive take on "Happy Birthday" at a fundraiser for President John F. Kennedy and the Democratic National Committee, she did it in a sheer, beaded gown that Mackie dreamed up in a sketch.
His influence can be seen in the styles of Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid. His archival pieces are worn today by the likes of Anya Taylor-Joy, Miley Cyrus and Zendaya, the latter who wore a Mackie gown to honor Cher at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. When Taylor Swift wanted to look like a showgirl on the cover of her 2025 album "The Life of a Showgirl," she turned to some Mackie originals.

#fame #fashion #showgirl

Ellen Burstyn never met Marilyn Monroe. Not properly, anyway. By the time she walked through the doors of the Actors Studio in New York, Monroe was already dead. But the two women did see each other once, across a nightclub table, and Burstyn has been carrying the moment around for the better part of six decades.
"I was enchanted just looking at her. She was such a magical creature," Burstyn recalled, speaking to reporters at the Venice Film Festival, where she is presenting two films this year and will receive an honorary Golden Lion for lifetime achievement at a ceremony this evening. "And then she looked at me and nodded at me. I was very early in my career, and I thought: I've just been recognized by Marilyn Monroe. I carried that in my heart."
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D4vd's murder case has just been hit with a new wrinkle, as a trio of lawyers have confirmed they will no longer represent the Withered artist.
Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski, and Regina Peter confirmed their exit in a statement shared with Complex on Monday (Aug. 31).
"This morning the court granted our request to withdraw as counsel and appoint the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office, after it was determined David [Burke, a.k.a. D4vd] qualified for appointed counsel," reads the statement. "We continue to support David and his defense against these serious charges. We are grateful that the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office has taken over the representation and that David has a highly capable and committed team of attorneys and investigators behind him."
In their coverage, TMZ speculated that financial problems may have led to this surprising shakeup.
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D4vd has replaced the three prominent private attorneys who had been defending him as his murder case moves toward trial, with the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office now taking over his representation.
The 21-year-old singer, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, appeared in Los Angeles Superior Court on Monday, Aug. 31. Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski and Regina Peter were permitted to withdraw, while Deputy Public Defender Walid Kandeel stepped in to represent Burke.
Burke then entered not guilty pleas to three charges stemming from the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez: murder with special-circumstance allegations, continuous ***** ual abuse of a child under 14 and unlawful mutilation of human remains. The hearing followed a July preliminary proceeding in which Judge Charlaine Olmedo found sufficient evidence for the case to proceed toward trial.
The next status conference is set for Oct. 19, and no trial date has been scheduled. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman also said prosecutors still have not decided whether to seek the death penalty.
Berk told the court that Burke wanted new representation, and his former attorneys later said the judge granted their request to withdraw after Burke was determined to qualify for appointed counsel, according to Reuters.

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Alec and Hilaria Baldwin's expansive Hamptons estate is back on the market for a fifth time, complete with fresh new photos—and surprising new insight about the property's somewhat tenuous connection to movie star, Marilyn Monroe.
The five-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom property, which was taken off the market on July 8 following multiple price decreases, has now returned with the same lowered ask of $18.99 million.
Known as Stony Hill Farm, the estate features a picturesque primary residence that spans 8,556 square feet and sits on a 5.06-acre property, overlooking an additional 3.22 acres of agricultural reserve.
The dwelling has been on quite the adventure since the couple made their first attempt at selling it for $29 million in 2022, nearly 30 years after Baldwin purchased it for just $1.75 million.
In the past four years, the duo have slashed their asking price repeatedly, while bouncing the dwelling on and off the market multiple times—at one point even claiming that they had changed their minds about selling it altogether.

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Dakota Johnson is set to return to the Venice Film Festival in September 2026 to support the Maggie Gyllenhaal-helmed "Flesh Impact," a 17-minute short film in which Johnson plays Marilyn Monroe. Ahead, Footwear News takes a look at some of her standout shoe moments at the Italian film festival, from corset-style pumps to Paul Walker platforms.
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It's all coming back to us now.
Years before Kylie Jenner donned a daring Roberto Cavalli halter gown for Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns' wedding, legendary vocalist Celine Dion wore the same skin-baring style on the red carpet.
The five-time Grammy winner wore the original, cream-colored runway version of the designer dress to the 2003 Billboard Music Awards, pairing it with Marilyn Monroe-style platinum curls, diamond drop earrings and metallic stilettos.
Celine Dion wore a daring Roberto Cavalli halter gown to the 2003 Billboard Music Awards. FilmMagic
More than two decades later, Kylie Jenner donned a black version of the cutout creation for Jordyn Woods' wedding. CPR / Dsanchez / BACKGRID

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On Tuesday, Aug. 18, Brooks Nader dropped a new 10-photo carousel on Instagram, where she showed off a sultry Roberto Cavalli ensemble that was a masterclass in Italian vacation fashion.
In the cover snapshot of the photo set, which she playfully captioned, "Sea ya ," the model and Love Thy Nader ran up a luxurious flight of wooden stairs in a silky, cream-colored slip dress by the aforementioned designer. The ready-to-wear piece was simultaneously timeless and on-trend, courtesy of its chic cut and semi-sheer paneling. Nader accessorized the style further with a coordinating pair of strappy sandals and oversized black sunglasses, adding extra sparkle with a glimmering ring, a bejeweled necklace and matching earrings.
The model looked over her shoulder as she moved upstairs, shooting the camera a cheeky smile for a dynamic final shot that looked like something plucked straight out of a 1950s fashion magazine. Her long, caramel-colored tresses were styled in lush, carefree waves that cascaded down the open back of the slinky dress, adding to the laid back, effortless look. Meanwhile, her makeup was a late-summer-friendly natural glam comprising matte skin, rosy cheeks and a beautiful glossy lip.
Other snapshots included in the vacation photo set further highlighted her designer duds, showing the reality TV star enjoying time on the water in Capri with her friends and family. Overall, the sleek ensemble had the pure glamour of a classic Italian film-and we weren't the only ones in love. "Will never get over these photos," model Kylie Vonnahme wrote in the comment section. Meanwhile, one fan also sensed some Old Hollywood energy, asking, "Anyone else getting Marilyn Monroe vibes? These pics are stunning ."
And August has proved to be a standout month in an already exceptional career year for Nader, as she's continued to add accolades to her incredible fashion rsum. For instance, earlier this month, Old Navy revealed that the model would be one of the faces of their fall denim campaign, posing alongside Grammy Award-winning recording artist Cardi B and popular influencer Haley Baylee.

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Like many other elements of her life, Marilyn Monroe's engagement ring from her nine-month marriage to Joe DiMaggio was veiled in mystery. The screen goddess and baseball star wed in January 1954, two years after they started dating. It was a low-key affair at San Francisco City Hall, with Monroe wearing a dark-chocolate suit instead of the traditional white dress. However, the engagement ring attached to this union was anything but low-key.
Fans got their first glimpse at Monroe's ring when she stepped outside with DiMaggio immediately after they tied the knot. The "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" star was wearing a platinum diamond eternity band which had no less than 36 baguette-cut diamonds. But many of the details surrounding the ring have never been clarified. To this day, we don't know where DiMaggio bought the ring from, whether he had it personally designed based on Monroe's tastes, or whether she actually requested the baguette style over the classic engagement-ring style. Some theorize that the ring was her choice (so an eternity band may be another way to incorporate Marilyn Monroe's iconic style into your 2026 'fits), but this has never been confirmed.
Likewise, we don't have official confirmation that the ring Monroe was seen wearing outside her wedding ceremony was the same ring that she wore for the rest of her marriage to DiMaggio. Scott Fortner of The Marilyn Monroe Collection argues that the eternity band was actually a placeholder used just for that day, since the two got married with little notice despite dating for two years. With both Monroe and DiMaggio having long since passed away, no one can confirm if this is true or not. Along the same lines, we have an idea of what became of the stunning piece of jewelry, but that hasn't stopped rumors and theories from circulating.
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As the leading lady in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," Marilyn Monroe became one of the most famous blondes in movie history. Few stars have a signature look that's quite as iconic as Monroe's — from her makeup to her fashion sense to, of course, her blonde bob. Interestingly, though, the star went through a stunning transformation to become the Marilyn Monroe everyone recognizes. While it may be hard to believe, before she found her signature look, Monroe wasn't a natural blonde bombshell. What might be even harder to believe? She may have looked better as a brunette.
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Before the Marilyn Monroe persona and the look that came along with it were born, she was known as Norma Jean Mortenson, a brunette from Los Angeles with a difficult childhood. Dreams of stardom led Monroe to Blue Book Model Agency, where she was reportedly encouraged to give her hair a total makeover, removing her widow's peak and, of course, bleaching it blonde. From there, Monroe's blonde locks went on to become some of the most famous blonde locks ever. Yet looking at photos of her before the change shows that she looked striking with her natural brown waves, too. It's easy to see why some may have thought that the light brunette shade Monroe had wouldn't make her stand out in a crowd quite the way her blonde hair ultimately did, but it gave her a softer, warmer look.
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US distilling company MGP Ingredients has hired four industry veterans in a bid to "accelerate growth".
Announcing the appointments of Tom Neiheisel, Sol Clahane, Marilyn Chen and David Sanders yesterday (28 July), the company said the move aims to "strengthen its commercial and marketing excellence" in its Distilling Solutions and Branded Spirits divisions, as well as "the company as a whole".
Neiheisel has been appointed vice president of sales in MGP's Distilling Solutions unit, which produces spirits for other businesses.
It is a part of MGP that has felt a pressure on sales in recent quarters.
In MGP's second-quarter results, released today (29 July), the group saw sales in Distilling Solutions tumble 42% year on year to $29.2m.

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A woman praised her neighborhood on the West Coast and wondered why life couldn't be the same on the East Coast. Her experience and thoughts also sparked appreciation and love from her followers, who also claimed to be from the East Coast.
marilynthrower shared her experience on TikTok after relocating to a new neighborhood on the West Coast. She highlighted the parts she appreciated since moving in.
The woman said, "It is quiet, clean, peaceful, ain't no ******* interruptions, disturbances or discrepancies…" After highlighting the features she most enjoyed about her new neighborhood, she wondered why life couldn't be the same in the West.
She said it was a shame she had to move across the country to find such peace.
Rather, she claimed it was shameful that she had to relocate just to live life the way it was meant to be lived. The woman concluded her TikTok video with a final comment about her new neighborhood: "It's very pleasurable…"

Welcome to Haway The Podcast for an episode of Roker Rewind – and today we’re taking a trip to the States for a deep dive into Sunderland’s US tour in 1980, plus a few others too.
On today’s show:
The Sunderland trips of the 50s and 60s – Marilyn Monroe, players flying planes, counterfeit money and all sorts of other shenanigans!
The controversial post-season tour in 1980, which resulted in fans missing a promotion decider.
Plus, the lads take the club camera to Florida in 1994.

Marilyn Monroe was married three times to James Dougherty, Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller
Her first wedding dress was a borrowed gown later gifted to her niece, who wore it as a party dress
For her third wedding to Arthur Miller, Monroe wore a beige satin and chiffon dress
Marilyn Monroe's wedding dresses have gone down in fashion history — and rightfully so.
The Gentlemen Prefer Blondes actress was married three times throughout her life, starting with her first marriage to police officer James Dougherty when she was 16.

Nicki Minaj celebrated Donald Trump's 80th birthday with a series of AI-generated images, including one featuring Elon Musk and Sydney Sweeney.
The post, which has drawn almost 20 million views since it was shared on the president's birthday (June 14), features a four-image carousel with the caption: "Happy 80th birthday Mr. President [party popper and pink bow emojis]"
In the first image, the Pink Friday 2 rapper is styled as Marilyn Monroe with platinum blonde hair and a white dress while holding on to Trump's arm at what appears to be a ballroom setting. Trump is depicted wearing a navy blue suit and red tie. The second image shows the pair in matching black hoodies with the caption: "Real recognize real."
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The third image depicts Minaj and Trump holding hands in animated form. The pic is based on a real-life moment from earlier this year when the pair appeared together in Washington DC at the Trump Accounts Summit.

The man who performed autopsies on celebrities including Marilyn Monroe, Robert Kennedy, Janis Joplin and John Belushi, is the subject of a new documentary, Coroner to the Stars.
Ahead of the film's debut in theaters on June 25, Dr. Thomas Noguchi, who was chief medical examiner and coroner for Los Angeles County from 1967 to 1982, told People that he "never expected a film to be made about me."
"At first I felt reluctant, but I realized this film could help people see how medicine, politics and society connect in ways we may not always see," the 99-year-old told the outlet in an interview published on Monday, June 15.
"After many decades, memory becomes selective," added Noguchi. The film brought back many moments — my near resignation, the political hearings and my wife, Hisako, who encouraged me to fight."
Per UPI, the official was subjected to hearings in 1969 and 1982, in which he was accused of mismanagement and criticized for publicly discussing the high-profile deaths of Natalie Wood and William Holden.

Nicki Minaj might not have been able to sing "Happy Birthday" to President Donald Trump, but she channeled her inner Marilyn Monroe.
The controversial rapper paid tribute to Trump on the occasion of his 80th birthday, using AI to create photos that celebrate the bond she shares with the world leader.
However, fans didn't approve of the message, suspecting that Minaj has a hidden agenda.
The "Anaconda" rapper took to X to share a series of AI-generated images to commemorate Trump's special day. The first slide showed Minaj dressed as Marilyn Monroe when she sang her iconic "Happy Birthday" tune to late President John F. Kennedy in 1962.
The artist rocked a blonde wig like the late Monroe over a halter-neck white dress as she held on to the smiling president. In another snapshot, Trump and Minaj seemed like close pals wearing matching black hoodies. "Real recognize real," she wrote across the image.

Nicki Minaj included Sydney Sweeney in her AI birthday post for Donald Trump. In a carousel of AI pictures, it showed the Trinidadian rapper taking a selfie with Trump, Sweeney, and Elon Musk.
Nicki Minaj took to her X (formerly Twitter) to share AI images for Donald Trump's birthday, which included Sydney Sweeney. She wrote, "Happy 80th birthday Mr. President." In the first image, Minaj is seen holding the politician's hand in a Marilyn Monroe look. The second one shows them taking selfie in black hoodies with the caption, "Real recognize real." In the next one, the duo is posing in a chibi-art style. However, the most interesting one is the last picture.
It shows Minaj, Trump, Sweeney, and X owner and CEO Elon Musk. They are posing for a selfie in the car while dressed in pink. For the unaware, "Starships" hitmaker and Musk are Trump supporters.
On the other hand, the Euphoria star is reportedly a registered Republican but hasn't spoken up about her political views. Last year, the politician also showed support for her controversial American Eagle jeans advertisement. "Sydney Sweeney, a registered Republican, has the HOTTEST ad out there. Go get 'em Sydney!," Trump wrote on Truth Social.
During an interview, the reporter told Trump that the actress is a registered Republican."You'd be surprised at how many people are Republicans," Trump answered. He continued, "That's what I wouldn't have known, but I'm glad you told me that. If Sydney Sweeney is a registered Republican, I think her ad is fantastic" (via BBC news). Last month, Minaj also pointed out how many celebrities support Trump but won't admit it publicly.

Holly Madison told PEOPLE in an exclusive interview that she grew up loving Marilyn Monroe thanks to a beloved toy she had as a child
The Girl's Next Door alum said some of her favorite Monroe films include Bus Stop, How to Marry a Millionaire and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Monroe, who died from an overdose in 1962, would've celebrated her 100th birthday on June 1
Holly Madison "grew up loving" Marilyn Monroe.
Speaking with PEOPLE during an event celebrating Monroe's 100th birthday at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles on June 1, Madison, 46, said touring the Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon exhibit brought back memories of her childhood and when her love for the late starlet began.

A century after her birth, Marilyn Monroe is being seen in a new light — not as the troubled starlet of Hollywood lore, but as a woman quietly suffering from a debilitating and largely misunderstood disease.
End of the Cycle, a new documentary featuring Amy Schumer, Julianne Hough and others, makes the case that Monroe's long-misread public persona — her absences, her multiple miscarriages and her reputation for being "difficult" — were all likely symptoms of endometriosis, Page Six reported Wednesday, June 3.
"The way she's been portrayed all these years has not been accurate," co-director Sammy Jaye said at the screening at New York City's Whitby Hotel, per the report. "If anyone mentions Marilyn Monroe in a negative way, you can revert back to this and know that she was going through [the disease] at a time when she couldn't have said anything, and there wasn't social media."
According to the outlet, Jaye, who also lives with endometriosis, noted that Monday marked what would have been Monroe's 100th birthday, adding, "You look at what has and hasn't changed over the past 100 years with treatments and medicines … not much has changed."
According to the Endometriosis Collective, a global nonprofit research organization, more than 265 million women worldwide are affected by the condition, which causes tissue similar to the uterine lining to grow outside the uterus, resulting in intense, chronic pain. The disease has no cure and cannot be diagnosed without surgery. On average, women wait 7 to 14 years to receive a diagnosis, and more than 30 percent of those with endometriosis experience infertility.

June 1 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Gemini.
They include:
-- Mormon leader Brigham Young in 1801
-- Actor Frank Morgan in 1890
-- Actor Marilyn Monroe in 1926