Marilyn Monroe

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"There's No Business Like Show Business," and Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe knew that better than anyone. She played the role of Vicky in the 1954 hit film. (Photo: 20th Century Fox)

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The Cast of 'Nin... Judi Dench, Marion Cotillard, Penelope Cruz, Sophia Loren, Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson, Nicole Kidman and Kate Hudson - need we say more? Okay, how about we mention this musical received five 2010 Golden Globe nominations? (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Judy Garland Known as one of America's sweethearts, Judy Garland entertained with her sweet voice and charming personality in classics like "Meet me In Saint Louis,' and "The Wizard of Oz." She also won a Golden Globe for her performance in "A Star is Born." (Photo: MGM, Warner Bros. Pictures, MGM)
Meryl Streep Mamma Mia! We already knew she was a talented actress, but this singing and dancing queen amazed us in the film adaptation of the West End Broadway show. "Mamma Mia" was an international hit and earned Streep numerous awards and nominations. (Photo: Universal)
Liza Minnelli Critics fell in love with Liza Minnelli in the 1972 on-screen version of "Cabaret." The film received eight Oscars, one of which was given to Minnelli for her leading role. (Photo: Allied Artists)
Madonna She stepped out of her role as the Queen of Pop and into the interesting portrayal of Eva Perón, former First Lady of Argentina. Madonna won a Golden Globe award for her astounding performance in Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Evita." (Photo: Cinergi)
Ruby Keeler The late actress, singer and dancer was most famous for her on-screen coupling with Dick Powell in a string of successful early musicals at Warner Brothers, particularly "42nd Street." (Photo: Warner Brothers)
Olivia Newton-Jo... Oh, Sandy. We'll always be hopelessly devoted to you. Olivia Newton-John was nominated for a Golden Globe award in "Grease," a movie that remains a favorite amongst all audiences. (Photo: Paramount Pictures)
Nikki Blonsky Shortly after starting her professional acting career, Nikki Blonsky was nominated for a Golden Globe award. Film critics and fans everywhere praised Tracy Turnblad's lovable character in "Hairspray." (Photo: New Line Cinema)
Audrey Hepburn -... A timeless beauty and Hollywood star, Audrey Hepburn portrayed the role of Eliza Dolittle in the memorable film adaptation of "My Fair Lady." (Photo: Warner Brothers)
Rosario Dawson The talented actress played an HIV-positive heroin junkie and nightclub dancer in the on-screen hit version of "Rent." (Photo: Revolution Studios)
Barbra Streisand Some musicals just seemed to made for Barbra Streisand. She won three awards for her role in "A Star is Born," four major awards for her role in "Funny Girl," and her performance in "Hello Dolly" earned her two outstanding nominations. (Photo: Barwood Films, Columbia Pictures Corporation, Chenault Productions)
Nicole Kidman Nicole Kidman received several nominations and a Golden Globe award after she portrayed Satine, a cabaret actress and courtesan, and the romantic interest of a British poet (Ewan McGregor) in "Moulin Rouge!" (Photo: 20th Century Fox)
Marilyn Monroe "There's No Business Like Show Business," and Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe knew that better than anyone. She played the role of Vicky in the 1954 hit film. (Photo: 20th Century Fox)
Emmy Rossum Nobody believed another woman could ever fulfill Sarah Brightman's highly acclaimed role, and we're still not sure that Emmy Rossum did ... but she certainly came close. She earned a Golden Globe nomination for her role as Christine in the on-screen version of Broadway's hit, "Phantom of the Opera." (Photo: Warner Brothers)
Julie Andrews Musical fan or not, you know Mary Poppins, and at some point in your life, you've probably wished she'd show up at your house with her infamous big bag. Her character was so real that Julie Andrews won an Oscar to put in that magic bag. Andrews was also nominated for awards for her leading roles in "The Sound of Music" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie." (Photo: Disney, 20th Century Fox, Universal Pictures)
Jennifer Hudson All this former "American Idol" contestant needed was one role to be acknowledged for her talents. And just one act led her to receive five prominent awards, including an Oscar for her supporting role in "Dreamgirls." Dreamworks)
Rita Moreno Although Natalie Wood led the successful movie in 1961, it was Rita Moreno who truly wowed audiences in "West Side Story." She won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe award for her role as Anita, a fiery young woman. (Photo: The Mirisch Corporation)
Shirley Jones She won an Academy Award for her role as a prostitute in "Elmer Gantry," but musical lovers will always know and love Shirley Jones as Laurie, the happy-go-lucky girl in "Oklahoma!" or Julie Jordan, a young, innocent mill worker in "Carousel." She co-starred with actor Gordon MacRae in both films. (Photo: Magna Theatre Corporation, Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation)
Ginger Rogers If you know Fred Astaire, you know Ginger Rogers. The lovely lady and talented actress was famous for her partnership as Astaire's romantic interest in a series of on-screen musicals, including "Top Hat" and "Shall We Dance." (Photo: RKO)
Marion Cottilard The Academy Award-winning actress may have another award to add to her collection soon. For her performance in "Nine," Marion Cottilard was nominated for the 2010 Golden Globe award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture -- Musical or Comedy. (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Penelope Cruz Following in Marion Cotillard's footsteps, Penelope Cruz was also nominated for a 2010 Golden Globe award for her role as Guido Contini's (Daniel Day-Lewis) sultry mistress in "Nine." (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Stacy 'Fergie' F... In Rob Marshall's "Nine," Black Eyed Peas singer Stacy "Fergie" Ferguson, is Saraghina, an Italian prostitute. (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Sophia Loren Based on the original 1982 Broadway version of "Nine," the 2009 film adaptation features Sophia Lauren as Guido Contini's (Daniel Day-Lewis) wise mother. (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Kate Hudson Kate Hudson is an American fashion journalist in "Nine." (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Judi Dench The accomplished actress is no stranger to the big screen, nor is she a stranger to award wins and nominations. Judi Dench plays Lilli, a costume designer and confidant for Guido Contini in "Nine." (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
Nicole Kidman One of the eight women in Guido Contini's life, Nicole Kidman is his film star muse. (Photo: Weinstein Co.)
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