Guinness Officially Approves Palm Springs' Marilyn Monroe World Record

Guinness officially approves Palm Springs' Marilyn Monroe world record

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Guinness World Records officially confirmed Palm Springs' record for "largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe," it was announced on Friday. The Records Management Team at Guinness World Records in London formally notified Palm Springs Pride that its application was approved, confirming a new Guinness World Records title with 1,037 participants gathered at 4:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 30. The previous rec…

1,037 Marilyn Monroe Lookalikes Gather To Break Record Ahead Of Icon's Centenary

People dressed as Marilyn Monroe gathered in Palm Springs, California, in an attempt to set a new world record ahead of what would have been the Hollywood icon’s 100th birthday, according to local media. Footage shared by the Palm Springs City Government shows crowds wearing blonde wigs, white outfits and sunglasses gathered for the celebration. Organizers said 1,037 participants took part in the event near the city’s iconic “Forever Marilyn” st…