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The life of self-made Marilyn Monroe
Lucy Bolton challenges the 'dumb blonde' stereotype and reveals the career-driven, ambitious side to Marilyn Monroe
- Charlotte Vosper
Published: June 1, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Marilyn Monroe is synonymous with glamour, beauty and stardom, but what happens when we go beneath the surface of her public image? In this episode, Lucy Bolton reveals the career-driven and consistently ambitious side to Marilyn which fuelled the creation of her star image. Speaking to Charlotte Vosper, Lucy guides us through Marilyn's personal and professional life, unveiling the hard-working woman behind the glamorous facade.
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Charlotte VosperContent producer
Charlotte Vosper is a content producer at HistoryExtra
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