Marilyn Monroe
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 10 min
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Episode description
Norma Jean Baker was living as a mild-mannered housewife in Southern California before a chance encounter would propel her to superstardom.
A successful career as a fashion model would give way to an opportunity to star in films, and a new stage name: Marilyn Monroe.
Marilyn would become a bonafide icon: a slice of Americana, a scandalous sex symbol, and the face of Hollywood’s golden age.
Her personal life was turbulent, with multiple failed marriages and high-profile love affairs. She eventually spiraled into addiction, before her untimely death at the age of 36.
This week, we’re asking the question: Is Marilyn Monroe the worst?
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