Marilyn Monroe's Relationship with Arthur Miller and New Contract with Fox

In 1955, Marilyn Monroe's relationship with playwright Arthur Miller intensified following the finalization of her divorce in October. Miller, who was also in the process of separating from his wife, began a serious affair with Monroe, which drew significant attention from the media and Hollywood. Despite pressure from 20th Century Fox to end the relationship due to Miller's ongoing FBI investigation related to allegations of communism, Monroe remained steadfast in her commitment to him. This defiance led to the FBI opening a file on Monroe, suspecting her of potential communist affiliations, although no substantial evidence was ever found against her. In a significant turn of events by the end of the year, Monroe negotiated a new seven-year contract with Fox, which was groundbreaking for its time. The contract was valued at $400,000 for four films and included unprecedented creative control for Monroe, allowing her to select her own projects, directors, and cinematographers. Additionally, she was permitted to produce one film through her own production company, Marilyn Monroe Productions (MMP), for each film completed under the Fox contract. This period marked a pivotal moment in Monroe's career, showcasing her determination to assert her independence both personally and professionally. #mooflife #mof #MomentOfLife #MarilynMonroe #ArthurMiller #1955 #HollywoodHistory #FbiInvestigation