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James Dougherty

April 12, 1921 – August 15, 2005

American police officer and husband of Marilyn Monroe (1921–2005)

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James Dougherty, known as Jim or Jimmie, was a detective in the Los Angeles Police Department and Marilyn Monroe's first husband.

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  • Birthday · April 12
  • Anniversary · August 15

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