Marilyn Monroe's death was ruled "probably suicide".
There are many theories on how she died, including various murder theories but they have never been proven. Some of these theories involve John and Robert Kennedy while others involve the Mafia or CIA.
Did Marilyn Monroe do charity work?
Marilyn did work for many different charities. She donated time and/or money to the following:
A 1953 benefit for underpriveleged children at St. Jude's hospital at the Hollywood Bowl. She performed with Jane Russell.
She took time out from her honeymoon to Joe DiMaggio to perform for three days for US service members serving in Korea in 1954
WAIF- an organization that placed abandoned children in homes, in 1955
The Arthritis and Rheumatism Foundation in 1955- she rode a pink elephant at a benefit gala for Mike Todd's Celebrity Circus at Madison Square Garden
The Milk Fund For Babies in 1957- Marilyn gave her earnings from the world premiere of The Prince and The Showgirl to this charity
1958 March of Dimes Fashion Parade that aided children with polio
Donated $1000 to a children's welfare organization that gave free breakfasts to underpriveledged children.
Marilyn visited an orphanage in Mexico and wrote a check for $1000 while the press was there- and after they left she tore it up and wrote a new one for $10,000.
SANE- an organization dedicated to eliminating nuclear weapons.
Her last public appearance was at Dodger Stadium for a benefit for muscular dystrophy.
Who did Marilyn Monroe inspire?
She created a character that the entire nation fell in love with (she wasn't stupid). She was genuinely a good person, but had some hidden demons, and although she took her own life (... or did she?) .... She became very successful even with those "demons". She's a better, more feminine and realistic body size than the average woman in movies and TV anymore.
Was Marilyn Monroe a foster kid?
Yes she was her mother was very sick and cudnt look after her she was a orphan and then lived with her moms friend then her aunt then her moms freind again she lived with her mom for 3mouths wen she got older but her mom had a brack down so she then was in sent to a orphanage and so on
Who did Bobby Kennedy have an affair with?
They were frequent rumors of this in the 1960s circulated by the tabloid press. Several authors, C. Heymann Wynn in particular, have written books that have alleged this affair. If anyone had the affair, it was Bobby, since he was a married man, while Jackie the recent widow. It is common knowledge that they were close to one another, especially in the period following JFK's death. Whether this closeness developed into a romantic affair is still up for debate, but for now is merely another rumor that surrounds the Kennedy clan.
How did Marilyn Monroe get her name?
Her real name was Nancy Cusumano, and she had a daughter Nancy, out of wedlock before she was famous hence Norma, her daughter was raised by her sister Jennie, Jean, and her mother's brother's were bakers by trade.....norma jean baker.
then they used that and glamorized it to Marilyn Monroe, having to do i think with the monroe doctrine to prevent European rule as both her parents were born in Italy at a time just after world war 2
What did marylin Monroe do that was significant in history?
well basically, in the 50's men had high expentation on how women were suppose to be like for example a house wife.... in the playboy issue she went behind the 'rules' and through it out of the window so men got the idea that girls arent there just for cleanin etc..
she also inspired curvy girls and made them understand that they are as pretty as everyone else.. <3 x
Where does Marilyn Monroe live at right now?
Marilyn Monroe resided in apartment 13E, on the 13th floor of 444 E. 57th Street at Sutton Place in Manhattan. She and Arthur Miller resided there from August 1957, and Marilyn was still a resident in this apartment at the time of her death in August 1962 (she had by then become bi-coastal). The apartment was a large classic 6 with formal living and dining, foyer with black and white spanish tiles, and a study; overlooking the East River. The building is a 15 story brick pre-war white glove building in an exclusive enclave of high dollar properties.
What was Marilyn monrol's life goal?
She was a model and an actress.
Her biggest accomplishment was reinventing herself. She was originally a small town girl with dark hair and an average body shape. She got in better shape, changed her hair to platinum blonde and passed herself off as a part of high society, hanging out and becoming part of Hollywood's elite crowd and even known to associate with presidents and congressmen.
Her success and popularity are due to more than just her appearance; she was able to change her entire behavior and blend in seamlessly wherever she went. She is remembered not just as a sex symbol, but as a symbol that someone with talent can become anything they want even rising from lower class America to the top.
What were Marilyn Monroe's last words?
Her last words that anyone knows of were "Say goodbye to Pat, say goodbye to the president, and say goodbye to yourself, because you're a nice guy." according to peter lawford who was on the phone with her that night.
How old was Marilyn Monroe when she starred in her first movie?
Marilyn Monroe did not have any children. Marilyn had two miscarriages during her life with Arthur Miller, but never had children. It was probably the hardest thing she had to deal with, since she wanted and needed children so badly.
When did Andy Warhol paint Marilyn Monroe?
Andy Warhol created the pictures of Marilyn Monroe in 1962, soon after she commited suicide.
What did Andy Warhol have to do with Marilyn monroe?
No!! Marilyn Monroe died when Warhol become famous.
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes writer?
The original score of "Gentlemen Prefer Blonds" was written in 1949 by Julie Styne.
Is Ashley Monroe related to Marilyn monroe?
Yes! As of Sept. 14, 2012, she is engaged to John Danks, starting pitcher for the Chicago White Sox.
Who were Marilyn Monroe's favorite designers?
She loved Emilio Pucci . She also wore clothes made mostly by her personal designer, Billy Travilla.
Which actresses smoke in real life?
Bollywood Actresses who smoke in real life :-
Manisha Koirala
Tabu
Sushmitha Sen
Rani Mukherji
Preity Zinta
Kareena Kapoor
Bipasha Basu
Kangana Ranaut
Katrina Kaif
Vidya Balan
Anushka Sharma
Tamil Actresses who smoke in real life :-
Aishwarya (drugs too) (daughter of actress Lakshmi)
Roja
Sanghavi
Malavika (drugs too)
Sneha
Mumtaz
Kasthoori (who acted in movie 'Indian' as Kamal's sister)
Kiran
Namitha
Nayanthara (drugs too)
Priyamani
Shriya Saran
Lakshmi Rai
Andrea
Sameera Reddy
Neetu Chandra
Amy Jackson
Taapsee Pannu
NOTE :-
I have added only Hindi and Tamil actresses as I don't follow other industries. Even in Hindi and Tamil, there may be more actresses who smoke in real life.. But I have added only the current actresses..
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What is the value of the Marilyn Monroe 32 cent postage stamp?
Scott Number 2967. You can purchase one of these for 20 cents used and about 85 cents mint from a dealer. The Full sheet goes for about $25. Dealers typically will purchase stamps at around 25% of the catalog value. Consult a stamp catalog such as Scott's, for a description on how stamps are rated and graded.