Ana De Armas As Marilyn Monroe: Photos Of Her In Netflix’s ‘Blonde’

By:

Christina Casiano

September 8, 2022 1:34PM EDT

‘Blonde’ just premiered at the Venice Film Festival and people can’t stop talking. See Ana De Armas’ transformation into Marilyn Monroe here.

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Ana de Armas As Marilyn Monroe In ‘Blonde’

Ana de Armas As Marilyn Monroe In ‘Blonde’ — Ana De Armas is taking on the role of Marilyn Monroe in the highly-anticipated Netflix film ‘Blonde.’ The movie, based on the bestselling book by Joyce Carol Oates, reimagines the life of one of Hollywood’s most enduring icons.

The film chronicles Marilyn’s turbulent childhood as Norma Jeane through her rise to stardom across the globe, as well as her relationships. According to the official synopsis, ‘Blonde’ blurs the lines of fact and fiction to explore the widening split between her public and private selves.

‘Blonde’ was written and directed by Andrew Dominik. In addition to Ana, the cast also includes Bobby Cannavale as Joe DiMaggio, Adrien Brody as Arthur Miller, Julianne Nicholson as Gladys Pearl Baker, Xavier Samuel as Charles Chaplin Jr., and Evan Williams as Edward G. Robinson Jr.

Ana took on the role of Marilyn after Naomi Watts and Jessica Chastain exited the project. See photos of Ana De Armas as Marilyn Monroe in our gallery now.

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Ana De Armas Recreates Marilyn In ‘Niagara’

Ana De Armas Recreates Marilyn In ‘Niagara’ — Ana de Armas recreates one of Marilyn Monroe’s scenes in ‘Niagara.’ Marilyn was given top billing in the 1953 film and helped cement her status in Hollywood.

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Ana De Armas Recreates Iconic Marilyn Moment

Ana De Armas Recreates Iconic Marilyn Moment — In a scene from ‘Blonde,’ Ana De Armas recreates the moment in ‘The Seven Year Itch’ when Marilyn Monroe’s dress flies up while she’s standing over a subway grating. Ana channels Marilyn in a similar white dress and blonde curls.

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Ana De Armas In ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ Dress

Ana De Armas In ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ Dress — Ana de Armas works with choreographer Denna Thomsen on a scene for ‘Blonde.’ They’re recreating the legendary ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ performance.

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Ana De Armas & Adrien Brody

Ana De Armas & Adrien Brody — Ana de Armas and Adrien Brody share a sweet scene in ‘Blonde.’ Adrien plays the Playwright, a.k.a. Marilyn’s third husband Arthur Miller.

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Ana De Armas With Xavier Samuel & Evan Williams

Ana De Armas With Xavier Samuel & Evan Williams — Ana de Armas poses as Marilyn Monroe with co-stars Xavier Samuel and Evan Williams. Xavier plays Cass Chaplin and Evan plays Eddy G. Robinson Jr.

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Ana De Armas As Marilyn Monroe In 1951

Ana De Armas As Marilyn Monroe In 1951 — Ana de Armas recreates a cover Marilyn Monroe shot in 1951. She’s wearing an off-the-shoulder top and high-waisted black shorts.

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Ana De Armas As Marilyn On The Cover Of ‘N.A.S.’

Ana De Armas As Marilyn On The Cover Of ‘N.A.S.’ — Ana de Armas poses as Marilyn Monroe for a cover of ‘N.A.S. Annual.’ Ana wears a black halter jumpsuit for the cover.

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Ana De Armas Recreates ‘Tempo’ Cover

Ana De Armas Recreates ‘Tempo’ Cover — Ana de Armas recreates Marilyn’s ‘Tempo’ cover from 1951. She wears a black sequined bodysuit.

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Bobby Cannavale & Ana De Armas

Bobby Cannavale & Ana De Armas — Bobby Cannavale plays the Ex-Athlete, a.k.a. Joe DiMaggio, alongside Ana de Armas. Joe was Marilyn’s second husband.

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Ana De Armas As Marilyn Flees The Paparazzi

Ana De Armas As Marilyn Flees The Paparazzi — Marilyn Monroe was hounded by the press during her rise to fame. Ana clings to a police officer in this intense scene.

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Ana De Armas As Marilyn In ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’

Ana De Armas As Marilyn In ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’ — Ana De Armas recreates a moment from Marilyn Monroe’s classic film ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.’ She looks just like Marilyn in the iconic pink dress.

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Ana De Armas Laughs In ‘Blonde’

Ana De Armas Laughs In ‘Blonde’ — Ana De Armas shows off her gorgeous grin while playing Marilyn Monroe in ‘Blonde.’ She is one of many actresses who’ve taken on the role of Marilyn over the years.

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Ana De Armas As Marilyn Gets Fitted

Ana De Armas As Marilyn Gets Fitted — In a scene from ‘Blonde,’ Marilyn is helped with her undergarments. The movie is based on the novel by Joyce Carol Oates.

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BLONDE

BLONDE — Blonde. L to R: Choreographer Denna Thomsen and Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe. Cr. Matt Kennedy / Netflix © 2022

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