Marilyn

Marilyn, was born Norma Jeane Mortenson,
on June 1, 1926 California, to Gladys Baker.
As the identity of her father is undetermined,
she was later baptized Norma Jeane Baker.

Her Mum had psychological problems, who was,
eventually committed to a mental institution.
On June 19, 1942 she wed Jimmy Dougherty,
who said: "She was a sweet, religious girl,
and liked to be cuddled."

Norma Jean took a job on the assembly line
at the Radio Plane Munitions factory in Burbank.
Several months later, photographer David Conover
saw her while taking pictures of war working women.

Marily signed her first contract with 20th Fox 1946.
She earned $125 a week, her hair was dyed blonde,
and changed her name to Marilyn Monroe
The rest, as the saying goes, is history.

On January 14, 1954, Marilyn married baseball superstar
Joe DiMaggio at San Francisco's City Hall.
Then On June 29, 1956, Marilyn wed playwright Arthur Miller.
All Three marriages suffered from Marilyn's success.

Sadly, in a shocking turn of events on the early morning of
August 5, 1962, 36-year-old Marilyn died in her Brentwood home.
During her career, Marilyn made 30 films and left one,
Something's Got to Give, unfinished.

She was more than just a movie star or glamour queen.
But a global sensation in her lifetime.
Marilyn's popularity has extended beyond star status to icon.
Today, the name "Marilyn Monroe" is synonymous with beauty,
sensuality and effervescence with an obvious innocence.

She remains an inspiration to all who strive to overcome
personal obstacles for the goal of achieving greatness.
Marilyn Monroe's career as an actress spanned 16 years.
She made 29 films, 24 in the first 8 years of her career.

Compiled By Christine

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