Lee Chan-won Shocked by Marilyn Monroe’s Story on KBS2: “Sex in Front of the Entire Nation”
In KBS2’s Celebrity Soldier’s Secret, a segment reveals Marilyn Monroe appearing at the birthday party of John F. Kennedy, the 35th U.S. President, wearing a form-fitting silk dress. She performed a sensual rendition of “Happy Birthday” on a nationally televised broadcast, which caused a significant stir at the time.
Political scientist Dr. Kim Ji-yoon remarked, “There was an article saying it was as if they had sex in front of the entire nation,” introducing the rumored love triangle between Marilyn Monroe, John F. Kennedy, and his younger brother, Robert Kennedy, who was the Attorney General at the time. Lee Chan-won, a self-proclaimed fan of Love and War, responded, “This is so fascinating as a drama enthusiast,” diving deep into the conspiracy theories.
Meanwhile, a year after Marilyn Monroe’s death, an article titled “Marilyn Monroe’s Killer Is Still Free” was published, reigniting conspiracy theories. Lee Chan-won expressed shock, saying, “That headline is really provocative,” while Lee Nak-joon, the original author of the drama The Trauma Code, shook his head, commenting, “This is the kind of thing you’d write for a web novel.” Marilyn Monroe, who died at the young age of 36, was found dead in her bedroom, naked, clutching a phone receiver. The death of the global star caused such a shock across the U.S. that special newspaper editions, typically reserved for monumental events like the moon landing or a president’s assassination, were published. The cause of death was attributed to 40–50 sedative pills found in her system.
Lee Chan-won revealed a shocking fact: “The sedative found in Monroe’s body was used for executions.” ‘Doctor MC’ Lee Nak-joon added, “In 2019, when this drug was used in an execution, the inmate showed extreme pain,” explaining that the drug is no longer used. Another dangerous drug was also detected in Marilyn Monroe’s body. Lee Nak-joon questioned, “Why were two drugs, both in lethal doses, found in Marilyn Monroe’s body at her home, not a hospital?”
Suspicious circumstances surrounding Marilyn Monroe’s death pointed to unexpected forces. Dr. Kim Ji-yoon noted, “The FBI took notice,” while Jang Do-yeon humorously responded, “Then isn’t that a source we should just trust?” sparking laughter. Jang Do-yeon added, “Those who believe in the murder theory point to the FBI, CIA, and John F. Kennedy’s younger brother, Robert Kennedy,” piquing curiosity.
As the segment concluded, the panel sat in stunned silence, grappling with the tangled web of politics, fame, and mystery that still surrounds Marilyn Monroe’s death decades later. With lingering questions and no clear answers, the case continues to fuel speculation—proof that Monroe’s tragic end remains one of the most enduring enigmas in American history.
