For decades women have always been constantly mistreated and hardly ever been recognized, even though many women have made significant impacts in history. During the 1950's, Marilyn Monroe made a big impact on society with her confidence and her strive for independence. She went from having nothing to having it all within her lifetime and is seen as an icon in today's generation. Monroe inspired many people around the world despite having a tough life herself. Norma Jeane Baker, also known as Marilyn Monroe, had a difficult childhood. She was constantly moved from one foster family to another due to her mother's mental illness. Her mother, Glady, was diagnosed with schizophrenia and spent most of her time in an asylum. This left Monroe feeling …show more content…
It was during this time that she met a photographer named David Conover, who helped her become a famous model and actress. But, despite her success in both modeling and acting, Monroe faced various challenges and struggles. Hollywood portrayed her as a "dumb blonde," which caught the attention of many people who began to believe it and see her as a joke. Monroe tried to change this image by taking on dramatic roles, but it wasn't enough. She also remarried after divorcing her first husband, Joe DiMaggio, to a famous baseball player. However, DiMaggio wanted Monroe to quit acting and become a housewife, which she refused. This led to DiMaggio becoming abusive towards her. All of these hardships caused Monroe to become an alcoholic, which affected her acting skills and overall health. This ultimately led to her death by overdose. Many people believe that Monroe died either by suicide or by murder. But, even after she died, her presents still leave a mark in todays society. Monroe was a source of inspiration for many people throughout history. She managed to pursue her dream of becoming an actor despite facing various obstacles, such as negative comments and false