Marilyn Monroe at 100

She was, and remains, one of cinema's most brilliant stars. Norma Jeane Baker, known to the world as Marilyn Monroe, died in 1962 at age 36, but she left a legacy of classic films, fashion, and a carefully-crafted celebrity image.

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It's been said that she was uncomfortable in front of a camera, but Marilyn Monroe was one of the most photographed women of the 20th century. And now, in a world where it seems everyone is fighting for attention, her influence and her legacy stand taller than ever.For the ultimate movie star, it's no surprise that the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is going big with their new exhibition, "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon," which opens today.

Marilyn Monroe at 100

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