Marilyn Monroe’s last house listed as a historic monument in Los Angeles

It was in this house purchased a few months earlier, after her divorce from the writer Arthur Miller, that Marilyn Monroe died on August 4, 1962 of a drug overdose. This home in Brentwood, Los Angeles, is an iconic location and was just designated a historic landmark by the city’s City Council. This classification aims to avoid the destruction of this residence, claimed for several years by buyers.

“There is no other person or place in the city of Los Angeles as iconic as Marilyn Monroe and her Brentwood home,” said City Councilor Traci Park.

“Marilyn died tragically there”

But for Traci Park, “Some of the most famous images of her were taken in this house, on this land and by her swimming pool. Marilyn died tragically there, which ties her forever, in time and space, to this place.” It is therefore imperative to do everything to save the American star’s house from her disappearance.

The place has had several owners since the death of the “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” and “Some Like It Hot” star.

But last year, Brinah Milstein, a wealthy heiress, and Roy Bank, a reality TV producer who live next door bought the mansion for $8.35 million. This purchase created a controversy since the couple planned to raze the legendary house to expand.

This classification does not prohibit its demolition.

Although the couple had their demolition permit revoked by the city due to the historical issue, they decided to take the matter to court, so the case has still not been decided, and there is no guarantee that Marilyn’s house will escape this sad fate.

In fact, the classification of the house as historical heritage does not prohibit its demolition. However, a rigorous examination will have to take place before the municipal heritage commission.

Another option, still under study according to Ms. Park, proposed by the couple of buyers would be to move the house. This would make her accessible to fans, many of whom are always fascinated by the actress. “My team and I worked closely with the owners to evaluate the possibility of moving the house to a location where the public could actually visit it and spend time,” explained the city councilor.