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Marilyn Monroe | Becoming Marilyn | 2

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Marilyn Monroe's Ascendance and Studio Conflicts

This chapter explores Marilyn Monroe's ascent to fame in the 1950s through a popular musical, highlighting her battle to break free from the 'dumb blonde' stereotype. It examines the conflict between her rising popularity and the studio's resistance to compensate her fairly, foreshadowing challenges in her career.

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