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When LIFE Magazine Received Pics Of Still-Unknown Marilyn Monroe, They Replied “WTH Is Marilyn Monroe”
When LIFE Magazine Received Pics Of Still-Unknown Marilyn Monroe, They Replied “WTH Is Marilyn Monroe”
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When LIFE Magazine Received Pics Of Still-Unknown Marilyn Monroe, They Replied “WTH Is Marilyn Monroe”

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The photos were taken in 1950 with a still unknown Marilyn, by a Life Magazine photographer Ed Clark, at the suggestion of a friend of 20th Century Fox telling of the new hiring of the studios.

“I sent several rolls to LIFE in New York, but they wired back, ‘Who the hell is Marilyn Monroe?” – Ed Clark.

No one at that time could have even imagined how iconic Marilyn will become.

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    I am a Brazilian digital artist who loves transforming imagination into hyper-real visuals. I work with artificial intelligence and image editing to create what I always wondered as a child: how would our favorite characters look in real life? Over time, many of my artworks have gone viral and were featured in international publications. I have recreated realistic versions of cartoon characters such as Disney and The Simpsons, imagined how celebrities who died young would look today, and even gave modern faces to historical figures like Mona Lisa or Shakespeare. Beyond entertainment, I created Para Não Esquecer, a social project that revisits memorable criminal cases in Brazil. My goal is to honor victims, keep memory alive and remind society that justice and empathy matter. I also write for Bored Panda, where I create articles featuring artists, photographers, rescue stories and feel-good moments from around the world. My work aims to highlight creativity, kindness and emotional storytelling. In everything I do, my purpose is the same: to touch hearts, evoke emotion and make people feel something real.

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    Hidrėlėy

    Hidrėlėy

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    I am a Brazilian digital artist who loves transforming imagination into hyper-real visuals. I work with artificial intelligence and image editing to create what I always wondered as a child: how would our favorite characters look in real life? Over time, many of my artworks have gone viral and were featured in international publications. I have recreated realistic versions of cartoon characters such as Disney and The Simpsons, imagined how celebrities who died young would look today, and even gave modern faces to historical figures like Mona Lisa or Shakespeare. Beyond entertainment, I created Para Não Esquecer, a social project that revisits memorable criminal cases in Brazil. My goal is to honor victims, keep memory alive and remind society that justice and empathy matter. I also write for Bored Panda, where I create articles featuring artists, photographers, rescue stories and feel-good moments from around the world. My work aims to highlight creativity, kindness and emotional storytelling. In everything I do, my purpose is the same: to touch hearts, evoke emotion and make people feel something real.

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    Beatriz Mota
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omfg "natural" SHE HAS MAKEUP.

    Aunt Messy
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    Premium
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So what? The author was referring to the poses, the lack of artificial lighting, the surroundings...

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    Dayna Robinson
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one where she is pointing, love it. Hehe.

    IgottoMove
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I adore her, thanks for the pics.

    Yennefer of Vengerberg
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People did have cosmetic surgery back then too, plenty of nose jobs etc. I've also read about terribly painful procedures such as hairline electrolysis that more than one big time Warner actress had. Beauty has never really been that "natural" in the film industry. Not that it matters much, but I get annoyed by so much naivety surrounding the subject.

    Captain Planet
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Natural is rare anywhere. Same as saying world championships of any sports is drugfree. Anything that seems worth "winning" may it be for status, fame or money makes cheating in one way or another attractive.

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    Yennefer of Vengerberg
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyway, regardless of what she did or did not have done/use she's still very photogenic :-)

    June Pixeld
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She always looked beautiful , so natural

    darknessIsMyOutfit
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No seeing her face not caked in makeup would be more natural she's no different than any celebrity just happens to be famous years ago

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    Allana Rose
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MM had a horrible life with only a short moment in the spot light. Even when she got famous, she still wasn't happy. Hers is a sad cautionary tale for getting what you wished for.

    Kjorn
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you must be really stupid for not knowing who is Marilyn!

    Luck Yeah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Baby face. A "Toddler and Tiaras" baby face. Give her all the PixieSticks and trophies.

    Elizabeth Molloy
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before she had her jawbone shaved back.

    anaya tikekar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great artical, thank you very much for sharing this awesome post with us. http://www.couppay.co.in

    disha patil
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is very valueable thing shared, I just wanna thanks for letting us know about this wanderfull information. http://www.masticoopon.com

    Rilindja Tirane
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    take the last news http://www.lajm-shqip.com/new/index.php/category/aktualitet-2/

    Agi Praise
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Watch this video, it's really funny https://youtu.be/-EJmwGqAXUo

    Flora Polvado
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Back when beauty was natural;)

    Liz Perry
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She actually did have plastic surgery. Look up her pinup photos from before she was hired by the studio.

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    Beatriz Mota
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omfg "natural" SHE HAS MAKEUP.

    Aunt Messy
    Community Member
    Premium
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So what? The author was referring to the poses, the lack of artificial lighting, the surroundings...

    Load More Replies...
    Dayna Robinson
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one where she is pointing, love it. Hehe.

    IgottoMove
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I adore her, thanks for the pics.

    Yennefer of Vengerberg
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People did have cosmetic surgery back then too, plenty of nose jobs etc. I've also read about terribly painful procedures such as hairline electrolysis that more than one big time Warner actress had. Beauty has never really been that "natural" in the film industry. Not that it matters much, but I get annoyed by so much naivety surrounding the subject.

    Captain Planet
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Natural is rare anywhere. Same as saying world championships of any sports is drugfree. Anything that seems worth "winning" may it be for status, fame or money makes cheating in one way or another attractive.

    Load More Replies...
    Yennefer of Vengerberg
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyway, regardless of what she did or did not have done/use she's still very photogenic :-)

    June Pixeld
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She always looked beautiful , so natural

    darknessIsMyOutfit
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No seeing her face not caked in makeup would be more natural she's no different than any celebrity just happens to be famous years ago

    Load More Replies...
    Allana Rose
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MM had a horrible life with only a short moment in the spot light. Even when she got famous, she still wasn't happy. Hers is a sad cautionary tale for getting what you wished for.

    Kjorn
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you must be really stupid for not knowing who is Marilyn!

    Luck Yeah
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Baby face. A "Toddler and Tiaras" baby face. Give her all the PixieSticks and trophies.

    Elizabeth Molloy
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before she had her jawbone shaved back.

    anaya tikekar
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great artical, thank you very much for sharing this awesome post with us. http://www.couppay.co.in

    disha patil
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is very valueable thing shared, I just wanna thanks for letting us know about this wanderfull information. http://www.masticoopon.com

    Rilindja Tirane
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    take the last news http://www.lajm-shqip.com/new/index.php/category/aktualitet-2/

    Agi Praise
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Watch this video, it's really funny https://youtu.be/-EJmwGqAXUo

    Flora Polvado
    Community Member
    8 years ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Back when beauty was natural;)

    Liz Perry
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She actually did have plastic surgery. Look up her pinup photos from before she was hired by the studio.

    Load More Replies...
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