Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: In 1953, that was the title on everybody’s lips, as the former Norma graduated to leading roles and forever made her stamp on Hollywood as a staple of the Golden Fifties. Today, Monroe remains an enduring icon, even over 50 years after her untimely demise. She represents something different for everybody – a fashion icon for some, a sex pin-up for others.

Dumb Blonde: The capricious schtick was all a persona, if Hollywood legend is to be believed. In reality, Monroe was a forward thinker who even created her own production company.