Sydney Sweeney found to be ninth cousin of Marilyn Monroe
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 17:55 · Archive
Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe are ninth cousins once removed, according to genealogical research by MyHeritage.
Genealogy platform MyHeritage has determined that actress Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe are ninth cousins once removed. The connection runs through their fathers: Sweeney's father Steven Sweeney and Monroe's biological father Charles Stanley Gifford are both descendants of Ezra Perry, an early settler in Sandwich, Massachusetts who lived from approximately 1625 to 1689.
The discovery comes after years of public comparisons between the two actresses based on their appearances and Old Hollywood glamour. Sweeney, known for her role in 'Euphoria', has frequently channeled Monroe's style on red carpets. In February, she wore an ivory Ceil Chapman gown at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival that closely resembled a dress Monroe wore on the cover of Life magazine on 7 April 1952. Sweeney has previously acknowledged her admiration for Monroe, who died in 1962 at age 36.
Roi Mandel, director of research at MyHeritage, commented on the finding: 'People have always drawn parallels between Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe, but seeing their paths align on a deeper level inspired us to look for a real bond in the MyHeritage archives. Uncovering their shared branch was incredible.'
How it is being reported
- Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe share surprising family connection after years of comparisonsMyHeritage confirmed Sydney Sweeney and Marilyn Monroe are ninth cousins once removed, tracing their family trees to a shared 17th-century ancestor.Fox News · 8 Oct, 17:29
- Sydney Sweeney revealed to be related to Marilyn MonroeThe "Euphoria" alum is frequently compared to the iconic blonde bombshell.New York Post · 7 Oct, 22:22
In this story: Sydney Sweeney · Marilyn Monroe · MyHeritage · Ezra Perry · Steven Sweeney · Charles Stanley Gifford · Sandwich, Massachusetts
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