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Marilyn Monroe Films Iconic Skirt-Blowing Scene

Marilyn Monroe Films Iconic Skirt-Blowing Scene

Professionally, it was one of the hallmarks of her career: In "The Seven Year Itch," Monroe catches a cool breeze from the subway below. But personally, the shoot was a nightmare, as DiMaggio became incensed by the media circus around the sexy scene. (See more amazing shots of Marilyn at work.)

In this photo: Billy Wilder, Marilyn Monroe

Photo: George S. Zimbel/Getty Images

Sep 15, 1954
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