Today marks 50 years since the death of Marilyn Monroe, one of the most outstanding actresses of the 20th century. Monroe (born Norma Jeane Mortenson) died on August 5, 1962, reportedly of overdoseof sleeping tablets.The circumstances of her death are, however, have not been cleared up until now. Tags: World, News, Marilyn Monroe, Culture, Читать далее, Source: Voice of Russia.