Hollywood gossip columnists expected a massive "battle of the blondes" between , the reigning queen of the studio, and Marilyn Monroe , the rising superstar. Instead, the set was remarkably peaceful.
: Bacall acted as the "big sister" of the group. While she found Monroe’s habitual lateness and reliance on her acting coach, Natasha Lytess, "irritating," she noted that Monroe had "no meanness" in her and ultimately liked her. Technical Milestones How To Marry A Millionaire
: Grable , who was nearing the end of her contract, famously told Monroe , "Honey, I've had mine—go get yours". Hollywood gossip columnists expected a massive "battle of