Marilyn Monroe

Basic Information:

• Name: Marilyn Monroe (born Norma Jeane Mortenson, baptized Norma Jeane Baker)

• Date of Birth: June 1, 1926

• Died: 4 August 1962 (age 36 years), 

• Nationality: American

• Profession: Actress, model, and singer

Biography:

The actress Marilyn Monroe originally named Norma Jeane Mortenson spent her birth in Los Angeles California. Her beginning years were troubled because her mother spent many periods in mental facilities. She lived in numerous foster care facilities together with the orphanage during most of her childhood. When born at sixteen years old she tied the knot with James Dougherty. The shooting of World War II brought her to employment in a factory which instigated her discovery by photographers to begin her journey as a pin-up model. The success of her modeling work enabled 20th Century Fox and Columbia Pictures to sign her to short-term film agreements. During 1946 she chose Marilyn Monroe as her stage name while in 1951 she extended her film agreement with Fox until 1955. Marilyn Monroe reached rapid fame through her roles in comedy movies including "As Young as You Feel," "Monkey Business" followed by dramatic roles in "Clash by Night" and "Don't Bother to Knock." Marilyn maintained her ascent in Hollywood by acting in "Niagara," "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" and "How to Marry a Millionaire" during 1953 which established her as a well-known film star and sexual icon. Monroe released several successful films after "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" including "The Seven Year Itch" (1955), "Bus Stop" (1956), "The Prince and the Showgirl" (1957) and "Some Like It Hot" (1959). Although she achieved fame through success she repeatedly faced health problems that kept her away from her work commitments during filming. This vibrant and talented woman against drug addiction ended her life at only 36 years old through an overdose in 1962.

Career Timeline:

• 1945: Began modeling career.

• 1946: Signed a short-term contract with Twentieth Century-Fox, taking the stage name Marilyn Monroe.

• 1947: First film role in "Dangerous Years".

• 1950: Appeared in "The Asphalt Jungle" and "All About Eve."

• 1951: Signed a longer contract with Fox.

• 1953: Starred in "Niagara", "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes", and "How to Marry a Millionaire".

• 1955: Appeared in "The Seven Year Itch"

• 1955: Founded her own production company, Marilyn Monroe Productions.

• 1956: Appeared in "Bus Stop".

• 1957: Produced and starred in "The Prince and the Showgirl".

• 1959: Appeared in "Some Like It Hot".

• 1961: Appeared in "The Misfits."

• 1962: Suspended from filming "Something's Got to Give" which remained uncompleted due to her death.

• 1962: Passed away in Los Angeles.

Achievements:

Numerous awards came to Marilyn Monroe during her professional life which demonstrated her power both in film and popular society. She received a second Henrietta Award for Best Young Box Office Personality both in 1951 and 1953 because her mass appeal won over audiences. She received the David di Donatello Award in 1958 for playing a role in "The Prince and the Showgirl". Following her Golden Globe Award success, she received an invitation to join the Hollywood Walk of Fame during 1960. The Golden Globes recognized her four times with three awards for popularity followed by her award for playing the leading role in a comedy for "Some Like It Hot" in 1959. Her 1962 World Film Favorite Henrietta Award represented one of the final notable accomplishments of her life because it came only several months before her passing. A Golden Palm Star received dedication for Marilyn Monroe at the Palm Springs Walk of Stars during 1995. The Golden Globes bestowed four distinctions upon Marilyn because she transcended being an admired performer to become an important figure in Hollywood's pages.

Key Quotes / Catchphrases:

• “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.”

• "Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world."

• "I am not interested in money. I just want to be wonderful."

• "A wise girl knows her limits; a smart girl knows that she has none."

• "We should all start to live before we get too old."

• "If there is only one thing in my life that I am proud of, it's that I've never been a kept woman."

Multimedia:

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Fun Facts/Trivia:

• Marilyn Monroe's signature breathy voice was a technique she used to overcome a stutter.

• She was a natural brunette and dyed her hair blonde for her career.

• She was an avid reader and enjoyed literature.

• She converted to Judaism before marrying Arthur Miller.

• She reportedly had a desire to sleep with Albert Einstein "just for fun."

• She helped Ella Fitzgerald secure a gig at a club, opening doors for black musicians.

• She left a portion of her estate to her psychiatrist.

• She often referred to "Marilyn" in the third person.

Impact/Legacy:

Marilyn Monroe's impact reached larger dimensions than her accomplishments in the film industry. She developed into a fashion and beauty idol due to her platinum blonde appearance and red lips and elegant style which set new standards for fashion and beauty industry. She stood as a manifestation of the sexual revolutionary movement which transformed sexual attitudes during the 1950s and early 1960s by embracing her sexuality in a revolutionary manner. Through her life and work she continues to provide inspiration to artists as well as musicians and actors. Through all the challenges she faced she gained fame as a strong talented woman. Monroe's films amassed $200 million in revenues before her passing with her fame becoming higher than any other celebrity of that period. People still identify her and her narrative throughout American pop culture which confirms her enduring influence as a vivid reflection of superstar life's depth. A deeper examination of her activism for women in the entertainment field as well as her civil rights support has shown that she exceeded being a legendary movie star. Her life continues to inspire pop culture audiences while she maintains status as an enduring cultural symbol.

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