Tag Archives: ABG

MM Estate Sues Florida Strip Club

Posted on July 23, 2013 by marina72

A West Palm Beach strip club is being sued by Marilyn’s estate for copyright infringement, reports the Sun-Sentinel: “Marilyn Monroe may have been the most prominent sex symbol of the last century, but her image cannot be used to promote a … Continue reading →

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Marilyn-Inspired Vodka Launch

Posted on March 6, 2013 by marina72

Three Olives are launching a new strawberry vodka this month, in conjunction with Marilyn’s estate (ABG), according to The Spirits Business.

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Marilyn at Macy’s

Posted on March 1, 2013 by marina72

 US department store Macy’s has launched a teen range inspired by Marilyn, reports the New York Times. “Macy’s plans to carry Marilyn Monroe designs in 150 stores, targeting younger shoppers with updated styles for modern blond bombshells. Not to sound prudish, … Continue reading →

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Marilyn’s Gift to London’s Children

Posted on December 3, 2012 by marina72

London’s Anna Freud Centre for children suffering from mental health problems, a beneficiary of Marilyn’s final will (via Dr Marianne Kris), has been given a £5 million windfall by her estate, reports the Daily Express. “The Anna Freud Centre in Hampstead, … Continue reading →

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Marilyn’s Will and Her Beneficiaries

Posted on August 4, 2012 by marina72

NPR takes a look at Marilyn’s will. Made in 1961, it remains controversial, and it’s rumoured that she had wanted to change it in the weeks before her death. “Monroe grew up in an orphanage and foster homes. She had … Continue reading →

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Legal Threat to MM Estate

Posted on June 27, 2012 by marina72

AVELA, a company specialising in nostalgia merchandise, has filed a lawsuit in New York, alleging that the Marilyn Monroe estate is interfering with its licensing activity, according to the Hollywood Reporter. “Despite judgments that ruled that Monroe couldn’t devise by will a … Continue reading →

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MM Estate Oppose ‘Virtual Marilyn Live’

Posted on June 12, 2012 by marina72

  Marilyn’s estate has threatened legal action over plans by Digicon Media to stage a concert using holograms of Monroe alongside live entertainers, according to the Hollywood Reporter. “Digicon Media holds a copyright on “Virtual Marilyn” and plans to feature the projected … Continue reading →

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Digicon Plans ‘Virtual Marilyn’ Gig

Posted on May 31, 2012 by marina72

Following the controversial recent ‘hologram’ Tupac Shakur show, Digicon Media are planning a similar event featuring Marilyn – but her estate have not yet granted permission, according to the Hollywood Reporter. (Personally, I hope it doesn’t happen – I’m far … Continue reading →

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Jamie Salter on Marilyn, ABG

Posted on May 2, 2012 by marina72

If, like me, you’re perpetually worried about the direction of Marilyn’s estate, this interview with ABG head Jamie Salter (and accompanying photo) probably won’t offer much consolation… ‘“It’s very sad, but Marilyn died at a very young age,” says Jamie … Continue reading →

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‘Finding Marilyn’ Slated For eOne

Posted on April 12, 2012 by marina72

Finding Marilyn, a new reality series in which twelve contestants for the title of ‘the new Marilyn Monroe’, may be produced for US TV channel Entertainment One with the co-operation of Monroe’s estate, reports Leslie Kasperowicz for CinemaBlend. Personally, I’ve had … Continue reading →

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