
On this day in history, August 5, 1962, Marilyn Monroe is found dead in Los Angeles
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On this day in history, Aug. 5, 1962, actress Marilyn Monroe was found dead at home in Los Angeles. Although her death was ruled a suicide, conspiracy theories remain about her passing.
"She had called for help and had been rescued" on previous occasions. Her role in "The Seven Year Itch" (1955) highlighted Monroe’s comedic ability. In 1956, Monroe tried her luck at marriage a third time and wed playwright Arthur Miller. Although her death was ruled a suicide, conspiracy theories still circulate regarding the circumstances of her passing. Erica Lamberg is a contributing writer for Fox News Digital.
Scattered throughout her room were empty pill bottles; the medication reportedly was prescribed to treat her depression, the same source recounted.













