Over decades, the arena of showbiz birthed some of the most poignant, influential, and impactful artists who went on to garner a larger-than-life persona. Among them, one of the most recognizable actresses from mid-20th century Hollywood was Marilyn Monroe, and filling in her shoes with rapid comparisons is Spokane girl, Sydney Sweeney. A wave of striking similarities between the two begged whether the Euphoria actress could actually hold her own as her 21st-century alter ego.

Conversations around this topic reached a zenith when the young actress recently sported an iconic look that landed her favorable wins.

Flaunting her blonde hair, blue eyes, and an unmatched flair of glamor, Marilyn Monroe ascended the ranks of Hollywood charts as not only a famed actress but as an everlasting icon of pop culture. In 2024, at the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party, Sydney Sweeney donned a bob haircut and a white halter dress that highlighted her undeniable parallels and similarities with the ‘50s flame ranging from their bold and challenging fashion styles to their iconicity to the prevalent cultures and breaking stereotypes.

Undoubtedly laden with talents, Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe both have their legacy stretching beyond Hollywood. Carrying their looks with glamor, none of the two ever shied away from directly influencing celebrity culture in every one of their outings. Thereafter, each of them has used their platform to establish a new archetype for femininity. While Monroe helped address conversations and stigma around embracing one’s sexuality, Sweeney has reciprocated by maintaining authenticity and advocating for mental health and body positivity, reflecting the stark resemblances.

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On the spotlight side of things, the two actresses have also chosen diverse roles while maintaining individuality.

Marilyn Monroe tasted runaway fame with her ‘blonde bombshell’ roles in the likes of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and The Seven Year Itch, whereas Sydney Sweeney left herself known for breaking free with challenging roles such as that in Euphoria and The Voyeurs. Yet, instead of being typecast, the two moved ahead with an impact on other genres such as the former’s brush with thrillers as 1953’s Niagara and the latter’s superhero outing with 2023’s Madame Web.

In terms of testing her mettle, the 26-year-old will soon arrive with a horror-thriller in Immaculate. Teases from the director of the movie leaving a lasting impact on the audiences have made it come forward as an anticipated look at Sydney Sweeney’s quest to etch a legacy strong enough to be crowned as the modern Marilyn Monroe.

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