The birth of a star. It all began in 1926, when on June 1 in Los Angeles, Gladys Perkins gave birth to a baby girl in a local hospital. She named her Norma Jean Mortenson. Stanley Gifford is believed to be her father, but he flatly refuses to recognize little Norma. Despite Gladys' mental and personal problems, she kept the child to herself, but a little later her schizophrenia worsened and Norma was forced to live in foster homes and orphanages. However, the little girl did not realize at the time that the difficult childhood she had would help her build a strong character and turn her into a legend.
Family life. Norma's family life was not boring at all. It was only at the age of 16 that she was forced to marry James Doherty. I say forced because then she had to decide whether to marry the 21-year-old sailor or go to an orphanage. And so in 1942 the two got married. Norma started working in a factory, where she was noticed by a photographer. In 1946, 20th Century Fox also noticed the beauty and wanted to sign a contract with her. The company convinced Norma that in order to continue developing in Hollywood, she did not have to be married. Norma's ambition made her get a divorce and sign her first contract. And this is the moment when her life turned upside down.
The film industry quickly turned Norma into a sex symbol for an entire nation. 20th century fox believed that Norma should choose a pseudonym to introduce herself to the public, and then she chose the name that still inspires respect in everyone to this day. Marilyn Monroe, however, is not a random name. Norma decided to use the name of her favorite comedian and actor Norman Marilyn. And Monroe comes from her grandmother. In fact, Marilyn Monroe is not exactly a pseudonym, because in 1946 she officially changed her name. A smart move on her part, considering the enormous popularity she gained. 7 years later, Marilyn met a legendary baseball player for the New York Yankees. And in 1954 she married Joe DiMaggio. However, their marriage did not last long, because in addition to Joe being known for his achievements in sports, he also had the reputation of being a very jealous man. And with such a woman by his side, even the most tolerant men would "get sick". There is also evidence of psychological abuse by Joe DiMaggio. Despite their separation, however, it is good to say that DiMaggio remained attached to Marilyn throughout his life. It is even claimed that he himself organized the entire funeral of the legend.
Whether because of a difficult childhood or something else, it seems that despite the star's strong character, she does not like to be alone and 2 years later she entered into a third marriage. This time she chose to marry the intellectual Arthur Miller. Apparently Marilyn cared a lot for the famous playwright, because because of him she accepted Judaism. Despite their long relationship, they never managed to have children, because Marilyn suffered several miscarriages. Her depression deepened and perhaps this led to the end of their relationship in 1961. This was also the last marriage of the famous actress.
Does Marilyn Monroe have children? No, she doesn't have any children. After the actress's last marriage and several failed attempts to have children with Arthur Miller, the beauty gave up on trying to become a mother.
How did Marilyn Monroe die? Marilyn Monroe was found dead by her housekeeper at 3 a.m. on August 5, 1962, in her Los Angeles home. The news of her death shook Hollywood and the whole world mourned. The doctors' opinion was an overdose of sleeping pills, and this was the official version of the investigating police. The case ended quickly, because it seemed to be a suicide. However, there are other unproven theories that this is not quite so. 1 . I think it's unlikely, but people close to the star say that she most likely overdosed by mistake. 2 . Others whisper about Marilyn Monroe's secret relationship with John F. Kennedy and Robert Kennedy. According to those familiar with the story, she knew too many things she shouldn't have known and therefore had to be killed. I personally am skeptical of this theory and I think that after her last marriage, the great actress was quite mentally unstable. As my father says, "fame is not for everyone and not everyone can handle it." We are a fashion blog, so let's stop digging into the star's personal life and see what kind of mark she left on fashion.
Marilyn Monroe style. Marilyn Monroe is not just an actress. She is a true wonder in the world of fashion and is a symbol of style and femininity. Her characteristic are dresses in glamorous fabrics, such as satin, velvet, silk and sequins. Although she was not born into a good family, her parents gave her very good genes. The beautiful monochrome looks combined with her hourglass figure have broken millions of male hearts. Dresses that emphasize the waist, as well as deep necklines are mandatory for her outfits. Another mandatory element of the dresses of the great actress are long slits.
Iconic dresses.
1 . Satin pink dress. Perhaps some of you remember the movie "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes". There Marilyn Monroe performs the song "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend". She is dressed in a bright pink glamorous dress with long pink gloves while men dressed in tuxedos dance around her. In this scene, she further emphasizes her luxurious appearance with massive diamond jewelry. With this look, she definitely wins the audience's applause and many modern artists want to imitate her. Madonna is one of the many who recreates the image of the phenomenal Marilyn in the video for the song Material Girl (1985).
2 . Happy birthday dress . This is perhaps one of the most famous dresses in the world. The name of the dress comes from the birthday of the then President Kennedy, where Marilyn sang the song "Happy Birthday" to him. Kim Kardashian herself in 2022 wore Marilyn's original dress for the red carpet. She wore it for a very short time, because the museum where it is kept did not allow her to wear it all evening. After that, Mrs. Kardashian continued the party with a dress that looks exactly like the original. Of course, many photos appeared on the Internet, from which it is clear that some of the crystals on the dress are missing. Critics immediately attacked Kim Kardashian for stretching and ruining historical heritage, and she, in turn, denied these allegations, saying that she lost 10 kilograms so that she could get into Marilyn Monroe's dress.
3 . The white dress from "The Damned Seven Years" (1955). Perhaps everyone has seen that photo where the subway shaft blows away Marilyn Monroe's white dress. This scene is iconic for the world of cinema and is a timeless classic! It is believed that this shot is responsible for the divorce of Marilyn and her second, jealous husband Joe. Although the dress is a very ordinary white and pleated model, it was sold in 2011 for a record 4.6 million, making it one of the most expensive dresses in history. Paris Hilton and Mariah Carey are just part of the modern elite who often try to recreate this look, wearing similar dresses at social events.
4 . Red dress with sequins. This is another dress that will be remembered with the great Marilyn Monroe. The dress exudes glamour, sex appeal and Hollywood charm. The model is tightly fitted with bare shoulders and a deep neckline and becomes a fantasy for every man. This perfect product continues to inspire stars such as Madonna, Scarlett Johansson, Rihanna and Lady Gaga. Today, designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Versace and Dior often recreate looks reminiscent of her style.
Marilyn Monroe on the cover of Playboy. Everyone has heard of Playboy magazine. And do you know who the first woman to be photographed on the cover of this magazine was? Yes, it was Marilyn Monroe. The black and white photo of Monroe posing naked on a velvet mat marked the beginning of the magazine's spectacular success, selling out in minutes. In fact, she herself had no idea that the erotic magazine would use her photo, as Hugh Hefner secretly bought the photo for $500. In other words, Marilyn Monroe did not receive any money for her "participation" in Playboy.
