Photo: Sam Shaw, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Actor · Model
Marilyn Monroe
American actress and model (1926 to 1962)
Marilyn Monroe was born on June 1, 1926 and died on August 5, 1962, aged 36.
- Born
- June 1, 1926, Los Angeles
- Died
- August 5, 1962
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Actor, Model
Official links: Official website (marilynmonroe.com) · Wikipedia
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Marilyn’s birthday, by the numbers
- Marilyn Monroe was born on a Tuesday.
- Marilyn Monroe would have turned 100 in 2026.
- Half birthday: December 1. Birthstone: Pearl, moonstone and alexandrite.
- Marilyn Monroe belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- When Marilyn Monroe was born, Marlene Dietrich was 24. Compare
- Marilyn Monroe was 16 when Amitabh Bachchan was born. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was Marilyn Monroe born?
Marilyn Monroe was born on June 1, 1926 and died on August 5, 1962, aged 36.
What is Marilyn Monroe’s zodiac sign?
Gemini, born June 1.
Does Marilyn Monroe have an official website?
Yes: marilynmonroe.com.