# Marilyn Monroe centennial celebrations 2026 > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/marilyn-monroe-centennial-sparks-exhibitions-in-spain-and-a-global-auction-of-her-personal-items > Updated: 2026-08-01T05:30:14.000Z. Sources: 66. Developments: 21. Following the June 1 centennial opening, the commemoration continued in the United States. In August, Iowa City’s Film Scene theater presented a four‑film program titled “It’s All Make Believe,” screening a curated selection of Monroe’s movies. The Venice short *Flesh Impact*—the 17‑minute Maggie Gyllenhaal piece starring Dakota Johnson and Ellen Burstyn—was again highlighted for its alternate‑reality portrayal of Monroe’s later years, reinforcing the festival’s focus on her legacy. Renewed public interest also turned to Monroe’s burial site; her Westwood Village Memorial Park tomb, sold in 2009 for $4.6 million, remains adjacent to the plot occupied by Hugh Hefner since 2017. The centennial’s worldwide exhibitions, auctions, fashion collaborations and media projects thus extended into late summer, maintaining high attendance and social‑media engagement. ## Claims - Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday was on June 1 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Maggie Gyllenhaal directed the short film “Flesh Impact,” starring Dakota Johnson and Ellen Burstyn, which premiered at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Film Scene in Iowa City presented a four‑film Marilyn Monroe tribute in August. (single source) - Marilyn Monroe's tomb at Westwood Village Memorial Park was sold for more than $4.6 million in 2009. (single source) - Hugh Hefner occupied a tomb adjacent to Marilyn Monroe's since 2017. (single source) - Marilyn Monroe sang “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” to President John F. Kennedy on May 19 1962 at Madison Square Garden. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-01: Marilyn Monroe centennial reflections and new letter on her final hours In 2026, a film retrospective honors Marilyn Monroe's centennial while a newly released letter from Dr. Ralph Greenson details her last day on August 4‑5, 1962, including a therapy session, beach walk, and a f‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-reflections-and-new-letter-on-her-final-hours ### 2026-07-29: Marilyn Monroe Centennial Inspires Film Tributes and New Short Film Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday sparked film tributes in Iowa City, a Venice short film starring Dakota Johnson, and renewed focus on her tomb and historic JFK birthday performance. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-sparks-venice-short-film-debut-and-burial-plot-auction ### 2026-07-18: Marilyn Monroe centennial exhibition showcased by French Cinematheque The French Cinematheque opened a centennial exhibition on June 1, marking 100 years since Marilyn Monroe’s birth, featuring film memorabilia, iconic photographs, costumes and a Madonna‑created super‑installtion 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-exhibition-showcased-by-french-cinematheque ### 2026-07-16: Genesis extends New York Marilyn Monroe exhibition to September Genesis is extending its New York “Manifesting Marilyn” exhibition to September after strong visitor response and 15 million social‑media views, celebrating Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birth anniversary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/genesis-extends-new-york-marilyn-monroe-exhibition-to-september ### 2026-07-13: Marilyn Monroe centenary marked by Berlin exhibition and Venice short‑film premiere Berlin hosts a Marilyn Monroe film retrospective for her 100th birthday, while Venice premieres the short film “Flesh Impact” starring Dakota Johnson and Ellen Burstyn, with Burstyn receiving a Lifetime‑Achiev​ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centenary-marked-by-berlin-exhibition-and-venice-shortfilm-premiere ### 2026-07-08: Marilyn Monroe Highlighted in Cineaste Cover and TIME’s 100 Women of the Year Retrospective Cineaste showcased Marilyn Monroe on its cover with an essay on her performance, while TIME’s “100 Women of the Year” project celebrated her 1954 achievements, including iconic film roles and a troop show in K‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-highlighted-in-cineaste-cover-and-times-100-women-of-the-year-retrospective ### 2026-07-07: Marilyn Monroe centenary exhibitions showcase unseen photos and letters Marilyn Monroe’s 2022 centenary features new exhibitions in London and Troia, displaying Sam Shaw’s previously unseen photos and letters, and sparking discussion of her legacy and female independence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centenary-exhibitions-showcase-unseen-photos-and-letters ### 2026-06-21: AI‑recreated Marilyn Monroe death documentary airs on FOX A new AI‑driven documentary, “Celebrity Crime Scene: Marilyn Monroe,” premiered on FOX on 21 June 2026, revisiting the actress’s 1962 death and suggesting the scene may have been staged. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/airecreated-marilyn-monroe-death-documentary-airs-on-fox ### 2026-06-20: Marilyn Monroe centennial sparks Dutch film retrospectives and US true‑crime TV special Marilyn Monroe's centennial prompts Dutch film retrospectives and a US true‑crime TV special that re‑examines her 1962 death with AI reconstruction. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-sparks-dutch-film-retrospectives-and-us-truecrime-tv-special ### 2026-06-12: Marilyn Monroe centennial spurs Prague exhibition and California look‑alike record A Prague exhibition and a record‑setting look‑alike gathering in Palm Springs mark Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday, underscoring her worldwide cultural impact. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-spurs-prague-exhibition-and-california-lookalike-record ### 2026-06-09: Marilyn Monroe centennial exhibitions launch in Germany Germany commemorates Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday with a Hamburg film retrospective and a Bavarian exhibition featuring unpublished photos, audio and new art. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-exhibitions-launch-in-germany ### 2026-06-06: Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday fuels fashion tributes and revisits Hollywood labor legacy Marilyn Monroe’s centenary sparks fashion capsule collections and revisits her groundbreaking 1954 Hollywood contract that advanced artist autonomy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroes-100th-birthday-fuels-fashion-tributes-and-revisits-hollywood-labor-legacy ### 2026-06-06: Marilyn Monroe centennial fuels multimillion-dollar memorabilia market Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday sparks a multimillion‑dollar market for her memorabilia, from Vaseline‑based beauty tips to auctioned bras, dresses and even X‑rays. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-fuels-multimillion-dollar-memorabilia-market ### 2026-06-04: Marilyn Monroe centennial art shows open in Rome and Santa Severa Rome’s Hotel Eden and the Castello di Santa Severa launch Marilyn Monroe centennial exhibitions, featuring works by Warhol, Rotella and others, with a special theatre show in Santa Severa. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-art-shows-open-in-rome-and-santa-severa ### 2026-06-02: Marilyn Monroe centennial marked with Hollywood events Hollywood celebrated Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday with a rose‑laden ceremony at the Chinese Theatre, a new museum exhibition, and an auction of her personal memorabilia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-marked-with-hollywood-events ### 2026-06-01: Marilyn Monroe centennial ignites worldwide exhibitions and tributes Marilyn Monroe’s centennial sparked global exhibitions, tributes and new works exploring her life and lovers. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroe-centennial-ignites-worldwide-exhibitions-and-tributes ### 2026-06-01: Hollywood commemorates Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday with exhibitions and auction Hollywood marks Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday with a museum exhibit, film screenings, and a June 4 auction of nearly 200 of her memorabilia. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hollywood-commemorates-marilyn-monroes-100th-birthday-with-exhibitions-and-auction ### 2026-05-29: Palm Springs celebrates Marilyn Monroe centenary and LGBTQ weekend festivities Palm Springs held a Marilyn Monroe centenary tribute, restaurant week and a tattoo arts festival over the May 29‑31, 2026 weekend, targeting LGBTQ visitors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palm-springs-celebrates-marilyn-monroe-centenary-and-lgbtq-weekend-festivities ### 2026-05-28: Marilyn Monroe Centenary Inspires Global Exhibitions and Heritage Spotlight Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday fuels exhibitions in Los Angeles, performances in Croatia, a fountain show in Poland, US community celebrations, and renewed focus on her lucrative estate legacy. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroes-100th-birthday-honored-with-museum-exhibit-and-palm-desert-celebration ### 2026-05-08: Marilyn Monroe’s personal belongings to be auctioned on June 1 Marilyn Monroe’s clothing, jewelry and private letters will be auctioned on June 1, coinciding with her centennial birthday. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marilyn-monroes-personal-belongings-to-be-auctioned-on-june-1 ### 2026-05-06: Chiclana opens Marilyn Monroe centennial exhibit and 'Caballo de pobre' art show Chiclana hosts a Marilyn Monroe centennial exhibit and a Manuel Cano art show. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chiclana-opens-marilyn-monroe-centennial-exhibit-and-caballo-de-pobre-art-show --- Cite as: Marilyn Monroe centennial 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