MANILA, Philippines - Tomorrow night at 10, GMA News TV airs Fascination, a documentary on one of the most adored icons of the 20th century, Marilyn Monroe. It tells the remarkable story of Marilyn who, like no other Hollywood star, continues to win the hearts of millions around the world long after her death.
Marilyn’s journey to becoming Hollywood‘s most glamorous siren stemmed from a childhood of poverty, neglect and loneliness. From birth to her premature death, she endured criticism, insecurities, drug dependence, numerous miscarriages and three broken marriages. Despite all her demons, her unprecedented beauty, talent and quick wit amazed fans.
On Aug. 5, 1962, Marilyn was found dead at just 36 years of age from a probable suicide. Since her passing, there has been endless speculation as to the cause of her death. The world’s fascination with her lives on to this day.