Norma Jean Baker was living as a mild-mannered housewife in Southern California before a chance encounter would propel her to superstardom. A successful career as a fashion model would give way to an opportunity to star in films, and a new stage name: Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn would become a bonafide icon: a slice of Americana, a scandalous sex symbol, and the face of Hollywood’s golden age. Her personal life was turbulent, with multiple failed marriages and high-profile love affairs. She eventually spiraled into addiction, before her untimely death at the age of 36. This week, we’re asking the question: Is Marilyn Monroe the worst?