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Hundreds of Marilyn Monroe lookalikes to descend on California city for 100th birthday party — as her artifacts go on display in LA

California Post·Nikki Dobrin·25 days ago
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Some like it hot — especially those who like springtime in the California desert. And in typical Golden State style, Southern California is celebrating its golden girl Marilyn Monroe later this month on what would have been her 100th birthday. On Saturday, May 30, Palm Springs will host Marilyn 100 at Downtown Park around the famed “Forever Marilyn” statue. Organizers are aiming for a Guinness World Record with 500 Marilyn lookalikes slated to attend, hoping to beat the previous record of 254 people dressed as Marilyn gathered in Australia in 2020. Marilyn Monroe impersonators descend on Palm Springs to snap photos with the Forever Marilyn Statue. The public event runs from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and includes live music, food vendors, DJs spinning tunes, tasty beverages and special performances. To participate in “The Great Marilyn Record Attempt,” register for $75 to receive the full Icon Kit, which includes the recognizable white subway dress, platinum-blonde wig, cat-eye sunglasses and martini glass.…

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