Marilyn Monroe

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Marilyn Monroe was a renowned actress and cultural icon, celebrated for her roles in films like 'Some Like It Hot' and her complex views on love and identity.

Born
June 1, 1926
Died
August 5, 1962
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446

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Marilyn Monroe — Life and Legacy

Marilyn Monroe, an iconic figure in American cinema, is best known for her captivating performances and her profound exploration of love and identity. Her work in films such as 'Some Like It Hot' not only showcased her acting talent but also her ability to convey deep emotional truths. Monroe's quotes often reflect her struggles with self-image and the expectations placed upon her as a woman in the spotlight. For instance, her declaration that 'I am not a victim of emotional conflicts. I am human' underscores her desire to embrace her vulnerabilities rather than hide them. Throughout her life, Monroe challenged societal norms, particularly regarding femininity and self-worth. She famously stated, 'Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius, and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring,' revealing her belief in the power of individuality and authenticity. This perspective not only defined her personal philosophy but also resonated with many who grapple with their identities in a judgmental world. Today, Monroe's insights into love and identity remain relevant, as they encourage a deeper understanding of the complexities of human emotions and relationships. Her legacy continues to inspire those who seek to navigate the challenges of self-acceptance and the pursuit of genuine connections.

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"I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together."

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"Cutting negative people from my life does not mean I hate them, it simply means I respect me."

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"Just because you fail once, doesn't mean you're gonna fail at everything. Keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don't, then who will, sweetie? So keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life's a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about."

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"Never regret anything because at one time it was exactly what you wanted."

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"To all the girls that think you’re fat because you’re not a size zero, you’re the beautiful one, its society who’s ugly."

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"I am good, but not an angel. I do sin, but I am not the devil. I am pretty, but not beautiful. I have friends, but I am not the peacemaker."

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"A woman is often measured by the things she cannot control. She is measured by the way her body curves or doesn't curve, by where she is flat or straight or round. She is measured by 36-24-36 and inches and ages and numbers, by all the outside things that don’t ever add up to who she is on the inside. And so if a woman is to be measured, let her be measured by the things she can control, by who she is and who she is trying to become. Because as every woman knows, measurements are only statistics... and STATISTICS LIE."

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"I don't forgive people because I'm weak, I forgive them because I am strong enough to know people make mistakes."

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"Promises are worse than lies. You don't just make them believe, you also make them hope."

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"All a girl really wants is for one guy to prove to her that they are not all the same."

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"Sometimes good things fall apart so better things could fall together."

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"I've never fooled anyone. I've let people fool themselves. They didn't bother to find out who and what I was. Instead they would invent a character for me. I wouldn't argue with them. They were obviously loving somebody I wasn't."

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"Always remember to smile and look up at what you got in life."

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"The more I think of it, the more I realize there are no answers. Life is to be lived."

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"Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about."

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"It takes a smart brunette to play a dumb blonde."

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"Wise girls kiss but never love, Listen but never believe, And leave befor they are left."

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"When it comes down to it, I let them think what they want. If they care enough to bother with what I do, then I'm already better than them."

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