Hundreds of Marilyn Monroe lookalikes have gathered in California in an effort to set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as the iconic Hollywood star.

The event has drawn participants from various locations who have come together to celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s enduring cultural legacy, while also attempting to surpass a record previously established in Australia.

The gathering is taking place in the United States and is being held as part of commemorations marking what would have been the 100th birthday of the actress and cultural icon.

Participants dressed in Monroe-inspired outfits, reflecting her signature style that made her one of the most recognisable figures in global popular culture.

Organisers and attendees are hoping that the turnout will be sufficient to exceed the existing record, which was set in Australia, although specific details of that earlier record have not been provided in the article.

The event highlights the continued fascination with Marilyn Monroe more than six decades after her death, with fans across the world still celebrating her influence on film, fashion, and celebrity culture.The attempt to break the record has also become a symbolic tribute to her lasting impact on Hollywood history and global pop culture.

As the gathering unfolds in California, participants are uniting not only in pursuit of a world record but also in shared admiration for one of the 20th century’s most enduring entertainment figures.