ISFans are paying high prices for burial plots near the graves of famous celebrities and icons. In the United States, people are willing to spend significantly more to be buried close to well-known figures, often far beyond the cost of simply following their work during life. Tech billionaire Anthony Jabin purchased a plot just yards away from Marilyn Monroe's grave in Los Angeles for $195,000 (approximately 24 million Icelandic krona). The plot is one row and four paces away from Monroe's resting place. Jabin has been a lifelong fan of Monroe and sends her flowers every year on her birthday. Workers at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles say it is common for people to seek burial spots near famous individuals. Plots in the Garden of Legends section cost around $200,000 (about 25 million krona), while custom-built mausoleums can cost up to six million dollars. Approximately 70% of plots in the cemetery are sold in advance, as buyers want to secure a specific spot before they pass away. In the Judy Garland section, the price depends partly on how close the plot is to Garland’s resting place. Artist Geoffrey Dicker paid over $50,000 (around six million krona) for a small glas
Bias read (Center): The article discusses the market for burial plots near celebrity graves, focusing on pricing and personal motivations of buyers. It does not involve political actors, policies, or contentious issues. The content is primarily cultural and economic, with no clear political framing.
