Marilyn Monroe Knitting on Set of Let’s Make Love, USA, 1960s, Photograph

Norma jeane mortenson or better known as marilyn monroe – iconic, beautiful and maybe the most known hollywood stars of the 20th century. Born and raised in los angeles, usa, she spent most of her childhood in foster homes and orphanage. She got married with only 16 years old and while working for a factory during ww ii, she met a photographer from the first motion picture unit and started a succesful modeling career. The rest of her life is history: in the 50s she was one of the most marketable actresses, had held leading roles in various movies and was known for her immense sex appeal. As a highly intelligent woman, she knew how to build a career, while, in her private life she struggled with addiction and mood disorder. At the age of 36 she died from an overdose of barbiturates at her los angeles home. With her breathy voice and hourglass figure, she is until today one of hollywood’s most famous actresses. Marilyn monroe knitting on set “lets make love”, 1960 this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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