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James Galanos, a second-generation Greek-American fashion designer, died of natural causes at his residence in West Hollywood, California, on Sunday.

He was 92.

Galanos was best known for the made-to-measure garments he created for a select clientele that included Nancy Reagan.

On May 19, 1962, Marilyn Monroe wore a legendary dress to sing a sultry rendition of “Happy Birthday” at President John F. Kennedy’s 45th birthday celebration at Madison Square Garden.
That dress is now estimated to bring $2-3 million when it goes up for sale in November at Julien’s Auctions in Los Angeles.