how did Marilyn Monroe get her role in "some like it hot"?

Question

how did Marilyn Monroe get her role in "some like it hot"?

Answer 1

I guess it's because of her great personality.

"Her difficult behavior on the set is now legendary, as well as her numerous retakes. However, when the shooting was over with, Wilder stated that he would have been willing to go through the hard times with Monroe any time again, hailing her a first-rate comedienne. Some Like It Hot is now consistently rated as one of the best comedy films ever made. Monroe's performance as the promiscuous, constantly drinking but compassionate singer Sugar Kane was awarded with a Golden Globe for best actress in musical or comedy."

Answer 2

Because at that time she was the hottest female on the planet.

Answer 3

because she was f**king the right people.

Answer 4

don't know! sorry! hahahaha