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THE MAGIC OF MARILYN

HER hourglass curves, platinum blonde tresses and distinctive mole make her instantly recognisable. Marilyn Monroe is an enduring symbol of Hollywood, pop culture and frenzied fame. The fact that she died at only 36 years old means she’ll forever be remembered as the blonde bombshell with a slightly sad air about her, a character shrouded in rumours and myth.

It’s been 60 years since Marilyn (born Norma Jeane Mortenson) was found dead in her locked bedroom after overdosing on sleeping pills. Speculation was rife about whether it was

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