The first stamp in the "Legends of Hollywood" series, the Marilyn Monroe issue was a blockbuster success, tapping into the enduring fascination with the silver screen star. The stamp features a portrait based on a 1953 photograph, capturing the quintessential image of Monroe. The First Day of Issue ceremony was held at Universal Studios Hollywood, underscoring the deep connection between the subject and the city of Los Angeles. The popularity of this stamp demonstrated the public's appetite for stamps celebrating American popular culture and paved the way for a long and successful series.