00:00Marilyn Monroe, 1926-1962, was an iconic American actress, model, and singer, famed for her beauty, charisma, and roles in films like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Some Like It Hot.
00:14Born Norma Jean Mortensen, she rose from a troubled childhood to global stardom, becoming a symbol of glamour and vulnerability.
00:22Despite success, she faced personal struggles, failed marriages, and mental health issues.
00:27Monroe's mysterious death at 36 cemented her as a timeless cultural legend.
