--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I wanted to do what Marilyn Monroe did…" description: "\"I wanted to do what Marilyn Monroe did (during the Korean War), when she went and just set up a stage and did a concert for the troops all by herself. ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a6e/lindsay-lohan-3550_beautiful_i-wanted-to-do-what-marilyn-monroe-did-d_2181210.jpg" --- # I wanted to do what Marilyn Monroe did (during the Korean… ![“I wanted to do what Marilyn Monroe did (during the Korean War), when she went and just set up a stage and did a concert for the troops all by herself. It's so amazing seeing that one woman just going somewhere, this beautiful sex kitten, who's basically a pinup, which is what I've always aspired…” quote by Lindsay Lohan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a6e/lindsay-lohan-3550_beautiful_i-wanted-to-do-what-marilyn-monroe-did-d_2181210.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a6e/lindsay-lohan-3550_beautiful_i-wanted-to-do-what-marilyn-monroe-did-d_2181210.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a6e/lindsay-lohan-3550_beautiful_i-wanted-to-do-what-marilyn-monroe-did-d_2181210.jpg) > “I wanted to do what Marilyn Monroe did (during the Korean War), when she went and just set up a stage and did a concert for the troops all by herself. It's so amazing seeing that one woman just going somewhere, this beautiful sex kitten, who's basically a pinup, which is what I've always aspired to be.” [Lindsay Lohan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/lindsay-lohan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. She admires Marilyn Monroe’s solo effort to entertain troops, seeing it as a bold, independent act that aligns with her own aspirations. **In simple terms:** She wants to emulate Monroe’s daring solo performance for troops. Key Takeaway Pursue bold, independent actions that reflect personal values. Themes independence celebration role models gender celebrity Mood inspired determined Type motivational aspirational When to use this quote - career ambition - public speaking - personal branding - female empowerment Key Concepts self‑efficacy public performance cultural icons Questions to Reflect On - What personal risks are you willing to take for your goals? - How do you balance admiration with realistic expectations? 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