Marilyn Monroe's Impact on Women

Although, (subordinating) there were other iconic people during the Twentieth century Marilyn Monroe is arguably one of the most famous women of that time because she changed many people’s lives. While doing some research on (subordinating) her I’ve come to realize that she did change many people’s lives. Marilyn wasn’t afraid to be herself and (coordinating) be who she really was. She showed women that they didn’t have to be afraid to be who they were and taught them that they were beautiful no matter what. In this paper, I will explain how (subordinating) Marilyn Monroe changed people’s lives and became one of the most recognized faces in the world.

The image has a huge effect in society. A celebrity’s image can characterize, shape and circulate societal myths in Hollywood. When people see the significant images, they will connect the specific celebrities in their time period. A blonde, beautiful, and sexy girl whose white dress was flying is one of the most famous images that the American actress, singer, and model Marilyn Monroe made in the 20th century. People think her figure and beauty made her a popular icon and sex symbol in the 1950s.

A blonde beautiful sexy girl whose white dress was flying is one of the most famous images that the American actress, singer, and model Marilyn Monroe made in the 20th century. As a popular icon and sex symbol in the 1950s, Monroe has influenced many artists since then. Her imitators include Madonna, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and even Lady Gaga. This can be a way to explain how the marketing of media works. Marilyn Monroe’s image uses her sexy appeal to show a powerful and independent woman in the 21st century.

Is the name Norma Jean Baker familiar? Maybe, but due to a suggestion Ben Lyon provided, the name Marilyn Monroe is sure to gain recognition as the 1940’s thespian (Encyclopedia of World Biography). Marilyn Monroe was born Norma Jean Baker and grew up to become the sex icon Marilyn Monroe, a singer, actress, and comedienne. She is remembered mainly for her talents and her nude photos from the 1940’s, which helped her to become an icon. One article states, “Legendary film actress Marilyn Monroe will be remembered for her sensuous beauty, her acting talent, and her psychological torment” (DISCovering Biography).

The majority of commercials for beauty supplies or a clothing line include a beautiful, thin young woman modeling the product. As a result, teenage girls start to believe that they have to be a toothpick to be beautiful or model like. However, this was not true in the 50s. The 50s hit sensation Marilyn Monroe was considered one of the most beautiful women in that time period, yet she did not try lose weight. Marilyn Monroe was definitely one of the most influential women of the 20th century because of her views on body image, her unique fashion statements, and her impact on pop culture.

Marilyn Monroe was considered a popular sex symbol during the 50s. First having success as a model, and then actress, and singer, she was able to do it all in a talented way. She was able to overcome a difficult childhood without her parents, and eventually become the star she is known as today. In a short time Marilyn was able to live her life to the fullest, having the fame, and enough love affairs to last a century. However, she couldn’t completely get away from her past, getting involved with drugs, and having a mental breakdown.

In the later part of the 1960’s, women fought for independence and equality, which led to the establishment of the roles they now play in modern society. At the present time, some of the most influential people are women – politicians, philanthropists and entrepreneurs, which are immeasurably distant from their roles as housewives or homemakers in the past. However, these transformations do not work alone; there are factors that have greatly influenced these changes, one of which is how filmmakers’ portray women in society.Film has sparked social ideals like the Beauty Ideal that transformed into a gruesome Thin Ideal whichposed as a reminder to women of how beauty is supposed to be. Unfortunately, even if film reflects what happens in society, they have created negative portrayals of women that outweigh the positive portrayals of women in film and are continually being carried on in film and in society. American filmmakers’ portrayal of women should continue to emphasize the importance of their roles in society.

Marilyn Monroe even after being dead for forty-eight years has been and will be one of the biggest public figures known. Her name is recognized everywhere, all know Marilyn Monroe, her images gives us thoughts of scandal, sadness, beauty, movies, and loss. She captivated the world with her sex appeal and innocence; she had that special chemistry that a camera always seemed to find and love. Her personality characteristics enabled her to become one of the most famous stars of Hollywood but the same traits also brought about her downfall. Norma Jean Mortenson/Baker or Marilyn Monroe as we know her, was born June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles, California.

Marilyn Monroe used to be praised for her curvy figure in the early 1950's. During the 50's women saw beauty in curves and confidence. Since Monroe was like a trending topic in the 50's woman looked to the way she carried her self and she became a role model to some people. Even during that time the thought of what healthy and beauty began the change. In 1944 Walter Annenberg claimed that being overweight is a medical condition in the very popular Seventeen Magazine.

Popular culture wanted people to t... ... middle of paper ... ...sages to the opposing side of the ideal women, but came a time that hinted that maybe the rights and views of women would eventually change. As the 1950s moved through many images of women there were a few traits that stood strong. Beauty, whether it be in the perfect Miss American form, Barbie doll or sexy Marilyn Monroe was important. Girls at young ages were taught in a way that would shape American women for the future. Even though a more sexual image of a woman arose with Marilyn Monroe, America did not lose the sight of the non-realistic beauty and personality traits that were expected.