Over one thousand Marilyn Monroe lookalikes swarm Palm Springs in World Record attempt
Over a thousand Marilyn Monroe lookalikes gathered in Palm Springs to celebrate her upcoming 100th birthday and attempt to set a Guinness World Record. The event aimed to surpass the previous record of 254 participants, which was set in 2020. Participants donned iconic white dresses and platinum blonde wigs to honor the legendary actress.
- ▪The event took place in Downtown Park around the 'Forever Marilyn' statue.
- ▪Participants paid a $75 entry fee to receive signature attire and accessories.
- ▪Organizers used technology to verify attendance by scanning QR codes.
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Metro Over one thousand Marilyn Monroe lookalikes swarm Palm Springs in World Record attempt By Katie Jerkovich Published May 30, 2026, 9:16 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google After all, blondes do have more fun! As Marilyn Monroe’s landmark birthday approaches, fans celebrated the legendary blonde bombshell by attempting to set a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of Marilyn Monroe look-alikes. Over an estimated thousand people showed up in Palm Springs Saturday to honor the glamorous movie legend ahead of what would have been her 100th birthday on June 1.
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