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The 26-foot-tall 'Forever Marilyn' statue, was hoisted by crane early this morning in downtown Palm Springs. This larger-than-life tribute to Monroe's iconic pose from 'The Seven Year Itch' is being moved to resolve ongoing legal disputes over its placement. Installed in 2021 near the Palm Springs Art Museum, the statue faced criticism and legal challenges regarding public access and aesthetic concerns. . The 'Forever Marilyn' statue is being placed less than 100 feet away, out of Museum Way and in the Downtown Park.