The Fatal CT Paparazzi Car Crash Involving Marilyn Monroe (Ep. 172)

Celebrities love to live in Roxbury, CT because town residents take it in stride when famous people live among them. So it was for Marilyn Monroe for five years when she lived with her famous playwright husband Arthur Miller. Registering to vote, shopping at the only general store, and having her grass cut are all activities you’ll learn about. We’ll also share the story of the fatal car crash when speeding paparazzi reporters chased Monroe and Miller through town. Three long-time residents tell these stories: Peter Hurlbut, Philo Hodges, and Russ Wheeler.

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