Rare Facts You Never Knew About Marilyn Monroe

Ornament

Monroe began to pick up steam in her career, collecting many small roles in a number of films. However, none of these roles legitimately showcased her talents, as one critic described her as "essentially a sexy ornament." Despite this, she was very popular with audiences and received thousands of fan letters every week.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.