Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jeane Mortenson (June 1, 1926 - August 5, 1962), was a Golden Globe Award winning American actress, singer, model, and pop icon. She was known for her comedic skills and screen presence, going on to become one of the most popular movie stars of the 1950s and early 1960s. During the later stages of her career, she worked toward serious roles and her fame surpassed that of any other entertainer of her time.

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