Marilyn monroe brief biography

1926-1962

Who Was Marilyn Monroe?

Actress Marilyn Monroe overcame a difficult childhood to become one of the world's biggest and most enduring sex symbols.

Her films grossed more than $200 million. She is known for her relationships with Arthur Miller, Joe DiMaggio and, possibly, President John F. Kennedy. Monroe died of a drug overdose on August 5, 1962, at only 36 years old.

Quick Facts

FULL NAME: Norma Jeane Baker
BORN: June 1, 1926
DIED: August 5, 1962
BIRTHPLACE: Los Angeles, California
SPOUSES: James Dougherty (1942-1946), Joe DiMaggio (1954), and Arthur Miller (1956-1961)
ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Gemini

Early Life and Education

Monroe was born on June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles.

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Monroe was named Norma Jeane Mortenson at birth (later baptized as Norma Jeane Baker). Growing up, Monroe spent much of her time in foster care and in an orphanage.

In 1937, a family friend and her husband, Grace and Doc Goddard, took care of Monroe for a few years.