Everyone Ignored the Warning Signs of Marilyn Monroe’s Mental Health
Marilyn Monroe’s tragic death at the age of only 36 was largely linked to her troubled private life, where she infamous struggled with substance abuse, anxiety, and depression. Monroe’s unprofessionalism led to rifts in many of her working relationships. She would show up hours past call time, stumble through her lines, and experienced a number of manic episodes on set. However, rather than getting her the help she needed, those who worked closely with her simply wrote off her behavior as unhinged.