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Forbes Top Ten earning dead celebrities
3. Marilyn Monroe
The legendary actress has earned $27million since her death on 5 August 1962. She died at the young age of 36 following an overdose. It looks like she is set to earn even more as the owners of her estate are looking to upgrade her image. She's already starred alongside Charlize Theron in a fragrance advert and there are plans for a line of Marilyn Monroe cafes.
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