Lunchtime lecture - I wanna be loved by you
Talk
Delve into the glamorous world of old Hollywood with award-winning biographer Andrew Wilson as he explores the highs and lows of Marilyn’s life, from her humble beginnings as Norma Jeane, dreaming of Hollywood, to goddess of the silver screen, told through 100 captivating stories.
Andrew’s talk brings to life his newest book, I Wanna Be Loved By You, a revealing and nuanced portrait of the life, death and afterlife of an icon who still fascinates us today.
This event forms part of a season of events, programmed in response to the Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait exhibition. In celebration of the Hollywood star’s 100th birthday and in association with the Marilyn Monroe estate, Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait will explore the life, career and legacy of Marilyn Monroe through portraits created by some of the greatest photographers and artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.
18 June 2026, 13.00-14.00
Ondaatje Wing Theatre
£10 (£8 Members / concessions)