Catherine Deneuve co-authored 'Marilyn chérie' with collector Sébastien Cauchon
The 224-page book will be released in May 2026 to mark Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday
The book features rare, previously unpublished photographs of Monroe from Cauchon's private collection
Deneuve provides a personal perspective on Monroe through these curated images
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Catherine Deneuve, the renowned French actress, has teamed with collector Sébastien Cauchon to co-author 'Marilyn chérie,' a 224-page photographic tribute to the iconic Marilyn Monroe, set for release in May 2026 to mark what would have been the legendary star's 100th birthday. The book offers a personal perspective on Monroe through a curated collection of rare photographs, including set photos, costume fittings, portraits by leading photographers, press images, and amateur shots. Many of these images have never been published before and come primarily from Cauchon's private collection, supplemented by other sources. The publication coincides with the centenary celebrations of Marilyn Monroe's birth, ensuring renewed interest in the Hollywood legend's life and legacy.
Marilyn Monroe ( MARR-ə-lin mən-ROH; born Norma Jeane Mortenson; June 1, 1926 – August 4, 1962) was an American actress and model. Known for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters, she became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950s and early 1960s, as well as an emblem of the era's se...
A cultural icon is a person or an artifact that is identified by members of a culture as representative of that culture. The process of identification is subjective, and "icons" are judged by the extent to which they can be seen as an authentic symbol of that culture. When individuals perceive a cul...
Catherine Fabienne Dorléac (born 22 October 1943), known professionally as Catherine Deneuve (UK: , US: , French: [katʁin dənœv] ), is a French actress. She is considered one of the greatest European actresses on film. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her as one of the greatest actors of the 21st ...
Feb 26, 2026 1:49am PT Catherine Deneuve Co-Authors ‘Marilyn Chérie,’ Timed to Marilyn Monroe’s 100th Birthday Catherine Deneuve has teamed with collector Sebastien Cauchon on "Marilyn Monroe," a 224-page book dedicated to the iconic star. By Elsa Keslassy Plus Icon Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent @elsakeslassy Latest Catherine Deneuve Co-Authors ‘Marilyn Chérie,’ Timed to Marilyn Monroe’s 100th Birthday 5 minutes ago Berlinale Staffers Voice Support for Festival Chief Tricia Tuttle in Open Letter 1 hour ago Park Chan-Wook to Preside Over 79th Cannes Film Festival Jury 6 hours ago See All Catherine Deneuve has co-authored a book dedicated to the late icon, “Marilyn chérie,” which will come out in May to mark the centenary of her birth. In the book, which she wrote with collector Sébastien Cauchon, Deneuve delivers a personal look at photographs of Monroe, including set photos, costume fittings, portraits by leading photographers, press images and amateur shots. The curated stills, many of which have never been published before, come from Cauchon’s private collection, among others. Related Stories Former Legendary Exec Deborah Kaufmann Joins Sipur Studios as Global Content Chief
