Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jeane Mortenson on June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles, California, came into the world under challenging circumstances. Her mother, Gladys Pearl Baker, struggled with mental health issues, which left Norma Jeane spending much of her childhood in foster homes and an orphanage. This instability shaped her resilience and desire for a better life. As a young girl, Norma Jeane found