Ornament
Monroe began to pick up steam in her career, collecting many small roles in a number of films. However, none of these roles legitimately showcased her talents, as one critic described her as "essentially a sexy ornament." Despite this, she was very popular with audiences and received thousands of fan letters every week.
Dating Around
Though she preferred to keep her private life private, some rumors got out, like her alleged affair with Elia Kazan. She also allegedly dated a myriad of other powerful men, such as director Nicholas Ray and Hollywood actors Yul Brynner and Peter Lawford. Perhaps most famous was her short-lived romance with baseball player Joe DiMaggio.