Born as Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles. She was raised in foster homes and orphanages as a child and was also known as Norma Jean Baker.

In the movies she was touted first as a "dumb blonde" and later as a "sex goddess".

Marilyn Monroe's career as an actress spanned 16 years. She made 29 films, 24 in the first 8 years of her career.

For me, the best way to describe Marilyn Monroe is..........

"Breathe-taking" Just absolutely "breathe-taking"

Her candle did burn out long before her legend ever will.