Fans flock for glimpse of multi-million dollar Monroe gown
Even 55 years after her death, the fame and popularity of Marilyn Monroe continues to live on for many, as thousands of people lined up outside the Luseland Community Hall to catch a glimpse of her iconic pieces of clothing.
The world’s most famous (and expensive) dress was unveiled today, July 10, in Luseland and fans from all over the region flocked to the small town to see and have their picture taken with one of the most famous pieces of Hollywood memorabilia.
Bought by Jim Pattision, a native of Luseland, for the Ripley’s Believe it or Not! group, for $4.8 million U.S., the gown has not been displayed in public in western Canada for over 40 years, until today.
Len Schlosser, mayor of Luseland, was the first in line to see the dress, and said he was thrilled to see the garment unveiled in his town, as well as the large turnout.