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MARILYN MONROE FACTS AND PHOTOS (Click on images for larger picture)
Birth Name: Norma Jeane Mortenson Also Known As: Norma Jeane Baker
Born: June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, California Died: August 5, 1962 in Brentwood, California Burial Location: Corridor of Memories #24 at Westwood Memorial Park in Los Angeles, California
Height: 5 feet 5 1/2 inches Weight: 140 lbs. Writing Hand: Left Measurements: 35-22-35 Hair Color: Blonde Eyes: Blue
High Schools Attended: Van Nuys High School & University High School Occupations: Model, Actress & Singer
Mother: Gladys Baker Half-brother: Hermitt Jack Baker Half-sister: Berniece Miracle
Marriages: Jimmy Dougherty (1942-1946) Joe DiMaggio (1954) Arthur Miller (1956-1961) Stepchildren: Joe DiMaggio, Jr. and Jane & Robert Miller
Interesting Facts
In 1946, she began using the stage name 'Marilyn Monroe', but did not legally change her name until February 23, 1956
She was crowned 'Miss California Artichoke Queen' in 1947.
In December 1953, she was the Playboy 'Sweetheart of the Month'
In February 1953, Marilyn was named the 'The Most Advertised Girl in the World' by the Advertising Association of the West
Marilyn Monroe was nominated for the 1956 British Academy Award for 'Best Foreign Actress' in 'Seven Year Itch'
Elton John recorded the song 'Candle in the Wind' as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe
Issued on June 1, 1995, Marilyn was featured on a 32бщ U.S. commemorative postage stamp
In 1999, Marilyn was named the 'Number One Sex Star of the 20th Century' by Playboy magazine
In 1999, Marilyn was voted the 'Sexiest Woman of the Century' by People Magazine

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