Bay Area movie buffs will be gathering Sunday to celebrate over champagne and appetizers as actress Jane Russell unveils some of her favorite gowns and jewelry in San Francisco.

Russell, the star of “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” and “The Outlaw,” will appear at “Hollywood Legends: The Barry Barsamian Collection” for a reception in her honor Sunday.

Then on Monday at the Metreon, located at 101 Fourth St., the collection will be unveiled.

More than 175 costumes and wardrobe items belonging to the most famous film and television actors, like Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, will be highlighted.

The collection will be on display at the Metreon Thursday through Sunday from noon to 8 p.m.

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