Anna Nicole vs. Monroe/Presley

Just wanted to say that I am sick of hearing about Anna Nicole Smith. She is everywhere on the news. I know I am making the problem worse by writing about it, but I just wanted to tell y'all how I feel. I do feel bad for her, with how her life was and how her son died and everything. It just upsets me that some people are comparing her to Marilyn Monroe, and it upsets me more that people are comparing her to Elvis. She was no Elvis. Perhaps they both died the same way around the same age, but Presley left a legacy for generations to appreciate. Same with Monroe. In today's Observer, Erin McGinn writes "Marilyn Monroe is arguably America's first and most recognized celebrity icon." I might argue with that and say Elvis is, but I'd be okay if Marilyn is... she definitely is the most recognizeable female icon. McGinn ends her article with "Ms. Monroe had one attribute that her successors seem to lack -- talent." If you are a fan of Smith, I apologize. If you need more reasons why I think Presley and Monroe have more staying power as icons, let me know. Also, I'm sorry to complain about this to you, but I'm sure many of you agree with me.