Question: What was Marilyn Monroe’s real name?
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Norma Jean Baker.
Marilyn Monroe’s real name was Norma Jean Mortenson. However, she was baptized and commonly known as Norma Jean Baker before her fame. The name “Marilyn Monroe” was a stage name she adopted upon her entry into the film industry. She legally changed her name to Marilyn Monroe in 1956. Monroe was an iconic American actress, singer, and model, known for her roles in films such as “Some Like It Hot” and “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”.
