You won't believe these iconic swimsuit scenes actually happened

Italian women are renowned for their beauty, and Sophia Loren is an unparalleled example of this. Her passion enabled her to overcome all obstacles, whether a poor upbringing or the lack of dialogue in her debut project.

Today, she is the only surviving actress on the list of the greatest female stars of classic Hollywood cinema. One of her most impressive works is the 1961 film Madame Sans Gêne, in which she perfectly embodied Catherine Hubscher. Her glamorous appearance in the film set standards for an entire generation of actresses.

Marilyn Monroe, an iconic figure of Hollywood’s Golden Age, was an American actress, model, and singer. Her films grossed millions at the box office until her untimely death, and she remained one of the most influential personalities in the film industry. One of her most famous works is the 1953 musical Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Monroe was not only known for her beauty but also for her ability to convey complex characters with charm and depth.

In Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Monroe plays Lorelei Lee, a young woman in search of love and wealth. Alongside her friend Dorothy (played by Jane Russell), she embarks on a journey filled with adventures and comical misunderstandings. Monroe’s iconic look in a pink bikini and her performance of the legendary “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” number will be forever immortalized in film history.