Marilyn Monroe’s Poetry, Handwritten Notes Among Items Up for Auction to Mark Actress’ Centennial Celebration

Home Shopping News May 4, 2026 1:53pm PT Marilyn Monroe’s Poetry, Handwritten Notes Among Items Up for Auction to Mark Actress’ Centennial Celebration By Tim Chan Plus Icon Tim Chan Latest Much Ado About Matcha: ‘Ceremonial Grade’ Matcha Takes Center Stage on Reality TV — and Online 5 days ago Fernando Mendoza Merch Selling for Thousands Online As NFL’s Top Draft Pick Heads to Las Vegas 6 days ago Sling Sets New Offers for Hockey Fans Looking to Stream NHL Playoff Games Online 7 days ago See All Heritage Auctions If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. A trove of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia is going up for auction for the first time, to mark what would have been the Hollywood icon’s milestone 100th birthday. Heritage Auctions is releasing a collection of Monroe’s personal artifacts to the highest bidders, including handwritten letters, photographs, clothing, artwork and accessories that all belonged to the late actress. Included in the new auction are letters and notes that read like diary entries, as Monroe reflects on on her famous relationships with Arthur Miller and Joe DiMaggio. The collection also includes personal poetry, watercolor paintings and even motivational notes to self that are being revealed to the public for the first time. Related Stories ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Star Simone Ashley on Coming Up With Her ‘Who Gives Away Chanel?’ Line, Channeling Rihanna and Recording Her First EP Between Shoots