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Birth
Norma Jeana Mortenson is born. -
Marriage to Jim Dougherty
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Beginning of her Fame
First national magazine cover in Family Circle -
Studio Contract with Fox
Name changed to Marilyn Monroe -
Dropped by Fox
Fox contract not renewed -
Contract with Columbia Picture
Seven months later Marilyn gets dropped from Columbia. -
A Ticket To Tomahawk
Marilyn begins shooting a new film. -
Deal with Fox Once Again
Starting off as a six month contract and into a seven year contract. -
Signed recording contract with RCA
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Growing Fame
The movie Niagara is released, and Marilyn's fame continues to grow. -
The 7 Year Itch Spot
Famous scene in picture -
Marilyn Monroe Productions
Marilyn and Milton Greene hold press conference announcing their partnership in Marilyn Monroe productions -
Bus Stop
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The Prince and the Showgirl
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Golden Globe Award for Best Comedy Actress
for the fim "Some Like it Hot" -
Marilyn’s last day at work at Fox and final public appearance
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Death of a Hollywood Star
Found in her home because of an overdose.
