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Marilyn Monroe's personal archive and Joe DiMaggio letter to be auctioned by Julien's

market-auction · 2026-07-15

Julien's Auctions will offer never-before-seen personal property of Marilyn Monroe, including a letter from Joe DiMaggio, as part of 'The Estate of Anna Strasberg' sale. The auction follows the '100 Years of Marilyn' event and features items inherited by Lee Strasberg, Monroe's acting coach. The sale is divided into three chapters, covering Monroe's career and Anna Strasberg's life. All lots are offered at no reserve.

Key facts

  • Julien's Auctions is holding 'The Estate of Anna Strasberg' sale
  • The sale includes never-before-seen personal property of Marilyn Monroe
  • Items include a letter from Joe DiMaggio and personal mementos
  • The collection was inherited by Lee Strasberg, Monroe's acting coach
  • The sale follows the '100 Years of Marilyn' auction
  • The auction is divided into three chapters
  • All items are offered at no reserve
  • The sale celebrates the Strasberg family's legacy

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Institutions

  • Julien's Auctions
  • Actors Studio

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