Actresses who died on August 5

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on August 5. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1962 Marilyn Monroe

  Marilyn Monroe was an iconic American actress, model, and singer, widely regarded as one of the most famous and enduring sex symbols of the 20th century. She starred in notable films during the 1950s and early 1960s, becoming a pop culture icon recognized for her beauty, charisma, and tragic life story. [bio]