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“There was my name up in lights. I said, 'God, somebody's made a mistake.' But there it was, in lights. And I sat there and said, 'Remember, you're not a star.' Yet there it was up in lights.”

Quote by Marilyn Monroe

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Marilyn Monroe was an American actress, model, and singer, famous for her性感 image and film roles. Born on June 1, 1926, she passed away on August 5, 1962. Although her film career was brief, Marilyn Monroe's performances in films such as 'The Seven Year Itch', 'Some Like It Hot', and 'Rear Window' have earned her widespread acclaim. more

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