Marilyn Monroe Last Photo
The last confirmed photographs of Marilyn Monroe were taken on July 31, 1962, at her Brentwood home in Los Angeles. The images were captured by photographer Milton Greene, a longtime collaborator and close friend.
Context and Circumstances
The session occurred just days before her death on August 4, 1962. The photos show Monroe in casual attire on her property, reflecting a private moment rather than a formal studio shoot.
Where the Images Are Preserved
The negatives and prints are held in the Milton Greene archive and have been referenced in major Monroe biographies and exhibitions. The estate and licensed archives continue to manage the commercial and historical use of these images.
For a concise overview of Monroe’s final years and the handling of her photographic estate, see the Marilyn Monroe biography on Britannica.
