Joe DiMaggio’s heartfelt tribute to Marilyn Monroe lasted for two decades, as he sent six red roses to her grave three times a week for 20 years. After Monroe’s tragic death in 1962, DiMaggio not only arranged her funeral but also made arrangements for the roses to be delivered indefinitely, saying, “Three times a week… forever.”
Friends of DiMaggio believed his actions were driven by deep guilt and love, especially after their marriage ended in divorce. Actor Brad Dexter, a close confidant, remarked that DiMaggio was still in love with Monroe and felt immense remorse over their failed relationship and her untimely death.
In 1982, DiMaggio stopped the deliveries after growing media attention made the act more public. Despite never remarrying and rarely speaking about Monroe, his dedication to her memory remained a powerful reminder of their complex and enduring bond.
The roses, delivered by a Parisian florist, became a symbol of DiMaggio’s lasting affection, marking one of Hollywood’s most poignant and enduring love stories.
