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Los Angeles City Council designates Marilyn Monroe's former home as a historic cultural landmark, saving it from demolition. The decision was met with relief and celebration, preserving the iconic actress's legacy and the historical significance of the property.

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The Los Angeles City Council has recently voted to designate Marilyn Monroe's former house as a Historic-Cultural Landmark, saving it from demolition. The decision was made to honor the Hollywood icon's legacy and preserve the property's historical significance. The Brentwood home, where Monroe lived for a short period of time in the 1960s, was in danger of being torn down to make way for new development. However, the unanimous vote by the city council now ensures that the house will be protected and maintained for future generations to appreciate.

Monroe, known for her iconic roles in movies like "Some Like It Hot" and "The Seven Year Itch," lived in the Brentwood residence towards the end of her life. The home holds immense sentimental value for fans of the actress, making it a crucial piece of Hollywood history. The decision to preserve it comes as a relief to many who feared the property would be lost forever. The designation as a Historic-Cultural Landmark signifies its importance not just as a physical structure but as a place that holds stories and memories of Monroe herself.

This move by the Los Angeles City Council has been praised by various news outlets, celebrities, and fans of Marilyn Monroe around the world. The decision highlights the city's commitment to protecting its historical heritage and honoring the legacies of influential figures like Monroe. By safeguarding her former home, Los Angeles ensures that a part of Hollywood's golden era remains intact for future generations to experience and appreciate.

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Marilyn Monroe’s former LA home declared historic cultural monument, stopping demolition

Fox Business - 178 days ago - The former home of Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe was declared a historic cultural monument Wednesday by the Los Angeles City Council, preventing it from being torn down by its current owners.

https://www.foxbusiness.com/real-estate/marilyn-monroes-former-la-home-declared-historic-cultural-monument-stopping-demolition

Marilyn Monroe's home declared historic landmark after wealthy heiress, reality TV producer sued to demolish

NY Post - 178 days ago - The one-story, Hacienda-style home on a 2,900-square-foot property was recognized for its importance in the city’s history.

https://nypost.com/2024/06/27/real-estate/marilyn-monroes-california-home-declared-historic-cultural-monument/

Marilyn Monroe's Los Angeles house confirmed as a cultural landmark and won't be demolished

Entertainment Weekly - 178 days ago - Marilyn Monroe's Los Angeles house has been confirmed as a cultural landmark in a vote by the City Council.

https://ew.com/marilyn-monroe-home-saved-by-los-angeles-city-council-8670283

Marilyn Monroe’s former home saved from demolition

thetimescouk - 178 days ago - The site has been granted historic cultural monument status, against the wishes of its owners

https://www.thetimes.com/world/us-world/article/marilyn-monroes-former-home-saved-from-demolition-68k0z2xt0

Marilyn Monroe’s Brentwood House Declared a Landmark, Saving It From Demolition

Variety - 178 days ago - Marilyn Monroe's house in L.A.'s Brentwood neighborhood was named a historical cultural monument by the City Council, making demolition difficult.

https://variety.com/2024/film/news/marilyn-monroe-house-landmark-demolition-1236050076/

Marilyn Monroe House Saved From Wrecking Ball, Named LA Cultural Landmark

The Wrap - 178 days ago - The L.A. City Council voted to grant Marilyn Monroe's Brentwood home historic status, preventing the current owners from demolishing it

https://www.thewrap.com/marilyn-monroe-house-saved-los-angeles-historic-landmark/

LA Council Saves Marilyn Monroe's Home From Demolition

NewsMax - 178 days ago - The Los Angeles City Council unanimously voted Wednesday to designate actress Marilyn Monroe's former home as a historical landmark, preventing the house where the Hollywood legend died from demolition.

https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/marilyn-monroe-los-angeles-home/2024/06/26/id/1170268/

Marilyn Monroe house declared cultural landmark, saved from demolition

Los Angeles Times - 178 days ago - The L.A. City Council voted to declare Marilyn Monroe's former Brentwood home a historic cultural monument, saving it from being destroyed by its latest owners.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-06-26/l-a-city-council-saves-marilyn-monroe-house-designating-it-a-cultural-landmark

Home where Marilyn Monroe died is set to be a cultural landmark — blocking effort by owners to demolish it

The Independent - 178 days ago - The owners of Monroe’s home unsuccessfully filed for injunctive relief as the council prepared to vote

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/marilyn-monroe-home-landmark-los-angeles-b2561565.html

L.A. city council saves Marilyn Monroe’s home from demolition

staradvertiser - 179 days ago - The Los Angeles City Council unanimously voted to designate actress Marilyn Monroe’s former home as a historical landmark on Wednesday, preventing the house where the Hollywood legend died from demolition.

https://www.staradvertiser.com/2024/06/26/breaking-news/l-a-city-council-saves-marilyn-monroes-home-from-demolition/