Tributes Worldwide Celebrate Marilyn Monroe's 100th Birthday
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June 5, 2026

Tributes Worldwide Celebrate Marilyn Monroe's 100th Birthday

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Cultural groups and fans around the world are remembering Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe, who was born 100 years ago. Monroe, born on 1 June 1926, became one of the most famous faces of the 20th century. Even after her death in 1962, her image and work continue to influence popular culture.

Special events are taking place in many cities, including a large exhibition in Los Angeles and photography shows in London and Paris. These events display Monroe’s original costumes, personal items, and famous photographs, attracting visitors of all ages.

Experts say Monroe’s impact lasts because of her unique style and life story. New film versions and online photo collections have gained millions of views, proving that her legacy is still strong worldwide.

Vocabulary

6 words
Accent
groupsN/ɡruːps/

Collections of people with shared characteristics.

yearsN/jɪərz/

Units of time lasting twelve months each.

exhibitionN/ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃən/

a public show of art or objects

influenceN/ˈɪnfluəns/

the power to change or affect something

legacyN/ˈlɛgəsi/

something important left by a person or event

impactN/ˈɪmpækt/

strong effect or change

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Tributes Worldwide Celebrate Marilyn Monroe's 100th Birthday

June 5, 2026~1 min read
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B1 Pre-Intermediate
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Cultural groups and fans around the world are remembering Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe, who was born 100 years ago. Monroe, born on 1 June 1926, became one of the most famous faces of the 20th century. Even after her death in 1962, her image and work continue to influence popular culture.

Special events are taking place in many cities, including a large exhibition in Los Angeles and photography shows in London and Paris. These events display Monroe’s original costumes, personal items, and famous photographs, attracting visitors of all ages.

Experts say Monroe’s impact lasts because of her unique style and life story. New film versions and online photo collections have gained millions of views, proving that her legacy is still strong worldwide.

Vocabulary

6 words
Accent
groupsN/ɡruːps/

Collections of people with shared characteristics.

yearsN/jɪərz/

Units of time lasting twelve months each.

exhibitionN/ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃən/

a public show of art or objects

influenceN/ˈɪnfluəns/

the power to change or affect something

legacyN/ˈlɛgəsi/

something important left by a person or event

impactN/ˈɪmpækt/

strong effect or change

Ready to learn these 6 words?

About 8 minutes · 5 activities

Reading Quizzes

9 questions
Question 1 of 9
1 / 9

Who are marking the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth?

Choose an answer to continue

Great for IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, IB, A-Level and everyday English speaking practice.

Speaking Tasks

5 questions