Book excerpt: "Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview"
The article discusses the book 'Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview,' which compiles Marilyn Monroe's final interview and photographs. Monroe's candid reflections on fame and her experiences in Hollywood are highlighted. The book features previously unseen images and recordings, providing insight into her life shortly before her passing.
- ▪Marilyn Monroe gave her last interview in July 1962, shortly before her death.
- ▪The book includes the complete transcript of her interview with Richard Meryman and photographs by Allan Grant.
- ▪Monroe discusses her views on fame and the importance of public perception in the book.
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Sunday Morning Book excerpt: "Marilyn: The Lost Photographs, The Last Interview" .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-sunday-morning.jpg'); } May 29, 2026 / 9:45 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Weldon Owen We may receive an affiliate commission from anything you buy from this article.In July 1962, Marilyn Monroe gave what would be her final interview, with Life Magazine writer Richard Meryman, and her last formal photo shoot, for photographer Allan Grant. She died shortly after the article was published, and the majority of Grant's photos, and the recordings made by Meryman, have remained unseen and unheard ever since.
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