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Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
165 cm (5'5")
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouses
James Dougherty (1942-1946), Joe DiMaggio (1954-1955), Arthur Miller (1956-1961)
Parents
Charles Stanley Gifford, Gladys Monroe
Education
Actors Studio, University High School, University of California, Los Angeles, Van Nuys High School
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 65 years (1948-2013)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 21
Year context
Born in 1926 -- Robert Goddard launches first liquid-fueled rocket; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Filmography (18)
AWARDS (4)
B
Henrietta Award
1961
WON
G
Golden Globe Awards
1960
WON
G
Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
1959
WON
G
Golden Globe Awards
WON
Biography
Marilyn Monroe was an American actress and model. Known for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters, she became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950s and early 1960s, as well as an emblem of the era's sexual revolution. She was a top-billed actress for a decade, and her films grossed $200 million by her death in 1962.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Marilyn Monroe?
Marilyn Monroe was born on and passed away on at the age of 36.
Where was Marilyn Monroe born?
Marilyn Monroe was born in Los Angeles.
What movies or shows has Marilyn Monroe been in?
Marilyn Monroe has 18 credits in our database. Notable titles include Love, Marilyn (2013), The Love Goddesses (1965), Hollywood Without Make-Up (1963), Marilyn (1963), Something's Got to Give (1962).
Where can I find more information about Marilyn Monroe?
You can find more about Marilyn Monroe on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
