This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

On This Day: Marilyn Monroe Died, Aug. 5, 1962

The 36-year-old blonde bombshell died of a drug overdose at her home in Los Angeles. She continues to fascinate people the world over.

Today marks the 50-year anniversary of actress Marilyn Monroe's death.

One of the most famous women in Hollywood history was born as Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles.

From iconic movies to marriages to some of the world's most equally famous men, including Joe DiMaggio, she continues to fascinate the world over.

Find out what's happening in Laguna Niguel-Dana Pointfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Recently an was held by a Beverly Hills auction house. Click on the link above to see what a has to say about why people are so interested in memorabilia. 

During her all-too-brief life, Marilyn Monroe overcame a difficult childhood to become of the world's biggest and most enduring sex symbols. During her career, Monroe's films grossed more than $200 million, according to Bio.com.

Find out what's happening in Laguna Niguel-Dana Pointfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Monroe died of a drug overdose on Aug. 5, 1962, at only 36 years old.

You can rent some of her movies like Some Like It Hot, Gentleman Prefer Blonds and Misfits at the local .

Tell us what your favorite Marilyn movie is and why in comments below.

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?