‘Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon,’ a new exhibit, opens at the Academy Museum – NBC Los Angeles - California News Beep

What to KnowMarilyn Monroe: Hollywood IconAcademy Museum of Motion PicturesMay 31, 2026-Feb. 28, 2027 (closed Tuesdays)Tickets are available through advance reservations; adults are $25 (other ticketing tiers are available); admission is free for guests ages 17 and under

Every dazzling and delightful comedic role created in the last 75 years owes much of its brainy moxie and playful prowess to Marilyn Monroe, movie legend extraordinaire.

But while the cinema star’s tip-top place in the pantheon of Tinseltown titans can be traced to her terrific timing, perfect delivery, and powerful command of every scene, her superstar status also resulted from a host of poignant performances and depth-filled dramatic journeys.

In short, in the short span of a decade and a half, Marilyn Monroe changed movies, as well as what it means to be movie royalty.

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is honoring the illustrious actor on the 100th anniversary of her birth through a comprehensive new exhibition, a show that shares the star’s complex and inspirational life story while remembering her laudable rise through the ranks of notoriously challenging industry.

Norma Jeane Mortenson was born on June 1, 1926, and Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon, a treasure-filled experience at the Miracle Mile-located movie museum, will mark the milestone year of the icon’s birth starting May 31, 2026.

“Presenting hundreds of original objects, including posters, portraits, photographs, production documents, letters, and rarely seen personal materials — many of which will be on display for the first time — the exhibition will give unique insight into her agency in becoming a Hollywood icon,” shared the museum staff.

The costumes, of course, are incredible. Designer William Travilla’s celebrated dress from “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” a pink gown that continues to influence costume design today, is one “rarely exhibited” gem in the colorful collection.

Look also for along several other instantly recognizable outfits, the glittery and glamorous ensembles that transcend time.

From “Some Like It Hot” to “The Seven Year Itch” and beyond, the star transformed Hollywood. Take a look at the exhibit, which will be on view through Feb. 28, 2027.

Costumes from “Love Happy,” “Something’s Got to Give,” and other films are part of the exhibit.

Photographs help to tell the story of the actor’s luminous life; Ms. Monroe passed away in 1962 at age 36.

Movie posters, a red carpet, and memories of Marilyn: Celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s legacy through Feb. 28, 2027, at the Academy Museum.

‘Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon,’ a new exhibit, opens at the Academy Museum – NBC Los Angeles

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