Sam Shaw
PortugalphotographerMaleb. 19217.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Sam Shaw was an influential American photographer known for his iconic images of celebrities, particularly Marilyn Monroe. Born in 1912, Shaw gained fame for capturing candid moments in Hollywood and was a close friend of Monroe, documenting her life and career through his lens. His most famous work includes the legendary scene from the 1955 film 'The Seven Year Itch,' where Monroe's dress is famously blown upwards by a subway grate. Shaw's photographs not only cemented Monroe's status as a cultural icon but also reflected the changing dynamics of celebrity and public life in mid-20th century America. He continued to influence the field of photography until his passing in 1999.
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Sam Shaw is known for his photographs of Marilyn Monroe, including lesser-known images featured in a book.
Marilyn Monroe, 100 anos: o que procuramos nela, hoje? | Podcast No EscuroPortugal· 2026-06-02
Sam Shaw was a long-term friend of Monroe and took one of her most famous photographs.
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United Kingdom· 2026-05-28
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New Zealand· 2025-12-16
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United States· 2025-11-30
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Denmark· 2025-10-21
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Croatia· 2025-10-13
Sam Shaw was a celebrated photographer whose images of Marilyn Monroe cemented her status as a sex symbol.
New book reveals story behind Marilyn Monroe's famous dress sceneUnited States· 2025-10-11