“Forever Marilyn” Moves—Palm Springs Icon Shifted 30 Feet to Settle Legal Dispute

The 26-foot-tall *Forever Marilyn* statue, created by sculptor Seward Johnson, was hoisted by crane early this morning in downtown Palm Springs. This larger-than-life tribute to Marilyn Monroe’s iconic pose from *The Seven Year Itch* was shifted roughly 30 feet to resolve ongoing legal disputes over its placement. Installed in 2021 near the Palm Springs Art Museum, the statue faced criticism and legal challenges regarding public access and aesthetic concerns. This morning’s relocation—just a short distance—marks the conclusion of the legal battles.

For those of you in the community who were upset with being able to see under her skirt and calling this misogynistic, I again looked closely and see only white painted aluminum. Not a vagina in sight. So you all must have a much better imagination than I do.

February 26, 2025 | Categories: Uncategorized | Tags: art installation, California landmark, downtown Palm Springs, fake outrage, Forever Marilyn, iconic sculpture, legal dispute, Marilyn Monroe statue, Palm Springs, Palm Springs Art Museum, panties, public art, public controversy, Seward Johnson, statue relocation, The Seven Year Itch, urban planning, vagina | Leave a comment