Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe’s Epic Love Story Revealed in New Book

The book uncovers details about their nearly decade-long relationship that was filled with passion and complexity.

When Sinatra and Monroe first met in 1953, they were both at the peak of their careers.

Monroe had just gained stardom with her role in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” while Sinatra had made a successful comeback with “From Here to Eternity,” which earned him an Oscar.

They were both living lives that were far from ordinary, as superstardom brought them into a world of unpredictability.

Their paths took different turns, but their loyalty and affection for each other remained strong.

Initially, their connection was purely professional as Monroe's studio wanted to pair them up in a film called “Pink Tights.”

However, Monroe turned down the offer due to her dislike for the script and the fact that Sinatra was getting paid significantly more than her.

She later married Joe DiMaggio to avoid any legal troubles with the studio.

DiMaggio's jealousy and possessiveness towards Monroe caused tension in their relationship.

During their honeymoon in Japan, Monroe revealed that she had lined up a side gig to entertain troops in Korea.

DiMaggio's anger grew, and he even confronted Monroe and her lover in a mistaken raid on an apartment.

This incident marked a turning point in their marriage.

In 1954, Monroe filed for divorce from DiMaggio, and Sinatra's marriage with Ava Gardner was also falling apart.

This created an opportunity for Sinatra and Monroe to find solace in each other's company.

They met discreetly in borrowed apartments and remote lodges, avoiding any unnecessary drama or publicity.

Their relationship had its ups and downs.

Monroe married Arthur Miller, and Sinatra briefly pursued Lauren Bacall.

Both stars contemplated marriage with each other, but their needs and desires were never in sync.

Sinatra, being an old-fashioned gentleman, couldn't tolerate Monroe's frequent public drunkenness.

Additionally, Monroe's fantasies about becoming a princess or even the next First Lady strained their relationship further.

Sinatra introduced Monroe to John F. Kennedy, which later led to her involvement with the Kennedys.

However, Sinatra regretted his decision after being ostracized by the Kennedy family due to his alleged mob connections.

He realized that Monroe would be discarded just as quickly.

This disloyalty was unforgivable for Sinatra.

DiMaggio, who was suspicious of the Kennedys, was deeply concerned for Monroe's well-being.

When Monroe passed away in 1962, DiMaggio didn't believe it was a suicide and blamed the Kennedys for her death.

Sinatra also believed that Monroe was murdered and never got over her loss.

Despite the tumultuous nature of their relationship, Sinatra and Monroe understood each other's loneliness and found comfort in one another.

Their secret rendezvous allowed them to discuss their uncertainties without fear of exposure.

Sinatra's love for Monroe was undeniable, as confirmed by his close friend Jilly Rizzo.

In the end, their relationship was marked by abuse and self-destruction, but it was undeniably real.

It's intriguing to ponder how Monroe's life might have changed if she had shared more with Sinatra than just secret meetings.

The book sheds light on the complex and captivating love story between two of Hollywood's biggest legends.