Here you see a quick overview of some things Marilyn loves, as well as some facts and trivia, which is always nice too know.

FACTS

Also Known As: Norma Jeane Baker
Birth Name: Norma Jeane Mortenson
Born: June 1, 1926 at 9.30 AM in Los Angeles, CA
Died: August 5, 1962 in Brentwood, CA
Measurements: 37-23-36 (studio's claim) - 35-22-35 (dressmaker's claim)
Hair: natural brown, dyed blonde
Eyes: blue
Measurements (studio's claim): 37-23-36 (inches) - 93.9-58.4-91.4 (centimeters)
Measurements (dressmaker's claim): 35-22-35 (inches) - 88.9-55.8-88.9 (centimeters)
Height: 5 feet, 5½ inches - 166.62 (centimeters)
Weight: 118 pounds - 53.5 kilograms
Dress size: 12
Pant Size: 8
Shoe Size: 7AA (US) - 38-39 (European)
Bra Size: 36D

In 1999, Marilyn was named the Number One Sex Star of the 20th Century by Playboy magazine.

Marilyn's first television debut was on the Jack Benny Show.

In 1999, Marilyn was voted the 'Sexiest Woman of the Century' by People Magazine.

Marilyn's first studio name was Carole Lind.

Issued on June 1, 1995, Marilyn was featured on a 32¢ US commemorative postage stamp.

It was rumored that Marilyn was playing in a pornmovie, called 'The Apples-Knockers'. The rumour was ended by Playboy Magazine when they revealed that the actress was actually their 1954 playmate, Arlene Hunter.

Elton John recorded the song 'Candle in the Wind' as a tribute to Marilyn Monroe.

In December 1953, Playboy had chosen her as 'Sweetheart of the Month'.

She was crowned Miss California Artichoke Queen in 1947.

In 1946, she began using the stage name Marilyn Monroe, but did not legally change her name until February 23, 1956.

Norma Jeane's very first dog was called Tippy. When filming Something's Got to Give, the dog was also named Tippy.

In later years Marilyn took to wearing a bra in bed as it was though to help keep the breasts firm and prevent sagging.

Norma Jeane and Jim Dougherty never had a proper honeymoon, they just went on a fishing trip.

Marilyn used to at times stand in a bucket of ice until it melted because she believed that it would make her legs firm.

Marilyn used to comb her hair so that her ears wouldn't show. She didn't like her ears because she thought they were big.

Marilyn was 1947's Miss California Artichoke Queen.

Marilyn was a direct descendant of U.S. President James Monroe, on her mother's side.

During the filming of Niagara (1953), Marilyn was still under contract as a stock actor, thus, she received less salary than her make-up man.

Gregory Peck almost worked with Marilyn in 'Let's Make Love'. However, when they decided to reduce his part and make Marilyn's bigger, he didn't like the script anymore. He didn't think is was funny after the changes.

Marilyn Manson got his artist name from Marilyn Monroe and Charles Manson.

Marilyn hated having her hands shot on film - she thought they were too fat.

Marilyn always brushed her hair to the left.

Marilyn worked with out weights to keep her gorgeous figure.

The working title of Some Like It Hot was 'Not Tonight, Josephine!'.

Charles Manson wrote a song entitled, "Marilyn Monroe was my Childhood Shame".

The Monkee's song Daydream Believer's lyrics FIRST said 'Norma Jeane' and then it got changed to 'Sleepy Jeane'.

A band named Misfits has a song called 'Who Killed Marilyn?'.

On saturday, August 4 at approximately 5:45 pm, Pat Newcomb left Marilyn`s house, and Marilyn Stood in the doorway with a smile on her face waving goodbye to Pat. Then Marilyn said: "I`ll see you tomorrow. Toodle-oo. " Five hours later Marilyn Monroe was dead.