Marilyn Monroe formally known as Norma Jean Baker she was born on June 2nd, 1926. Marilyn is an American actress, model, singer, and comedienne. She is a popular sex symbol in the 1950s and 1960s, and a symbol of the sexual revolution of the time. Monroe is known for her comedic roles in films like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How to Marry a Millionaire, The Seven Year Itch, and Some Like it Hot. She also won critical acclaim for her dramatic role in Bus Stop, earning a Golden Globe nomination. 