This Day in History May 19, 1962

By Ruth on May 19, 2013 in history
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It seems like even after all these years, JFK and Marilyn Monroe spark the nation’s interest.  And this is one of those features that is quite memorable.  On this date in 1962, Marilyn Monroe sang her favorite Happy Birthday Mister President at Madison Square Garden in honor of President Kennedy’s 45th birthday.   It was ten days before the actual day, and 25,000 were in attendance.  JFK’s words following her sultry performance are priceless:  “I can now retire from politics after having had Happy Birthday sung to me in such a sweet, wholesome way.”

Watch the video for yourself and see if you agree with the president’s sentiments.

For more info:

http://famousdaily.com/history/marilyn-monroe-birthday-song-president-kennedy.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Happy_Birthday,_Mr._President

 

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.
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3 Comments

  1. Starr Greenwell May 20, 2013 Reply

    I remember watching this and it what really something else.

  2. Ron Casteel May 20, 2013 Reply

    The birthday message was more sexy than sweet

  4. Christy Cummins May 20, 2013 Reply

    I’m not sure that Sweet and wholesome are the words that I would use to describe her birthday message…

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