The Iconic Final Dialogue from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) The most famous and often-quoted scene involving Marilyn Monroe's character, Lorelei Lee, and her boyfriend's father (Mr. Esmond Sr., played by Taylor Holmes) occurs at the end of the film. Lorelei cleverly defends her views on money, beauty, and marriage, winning over the skeptical father-in-law. This exchange is widely regarded as one of the movie's highlights for its witty satire on gender roles and wealth. The scene (approximate transcript): Mr. Esmond Sr.: Have you got the nerve to tell me you don't want to marry my son for his money? Lorelei...