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During her all-too-brief life, Marilyn Monroe overcame a difficult childhood to become one of the world's biggest and most enduring sex symbols. During her career, Monroe's films grossed more than $200 million. Monroe died of a drug overdose on August 5, 1962, at only 36 years old.
Marilyn Monroeâs height was 5ft 5.5in (166 cm). How much did Marilyn Monroe weigh? Marilyn Monroeâs weighs fluctuated between 118 and 140 lbs (53-63 kg). Marilyn Monroe was pregnant twice during her life, however, both times she had miscarriages.