COM 170 Icons of the 50s

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During the 1940s and 50s the film industry was blossoming. Young women and men wanted to be famous and dreamed of the big screen. Some of them were lucky enough to make it, some were not. Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn were both two very fortunate females who were recognized. Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn were both icons during the same era that made a lasting impact; however, from personal life to public image, they both shared spectacular differences.

Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jean Mortenson in June 1926. Her mother was placed in a mental institution as a result of psychiatric problems. Growing up, Norma Jean spent most of her time in foster care. At age 16 her only way out was to get married so Norma Jean married Jimmy

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