US Legends of Hollywood
About US Legends of Hollywood
A series honoring Hollywood legends including Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Cary Grant, and Humphrey Bogart. Began in 1995 with the Marilyn Monroe stamp. Each stamp features a portrait of the star. The series was enormously popular with the general public. The Marilyn Monroe stamp sold over 40 million copies. The Hollywood series demonstrates how stamps can reach beyond traditional collectors. Each honoree is selected by the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee.
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