#23: An Unfortunate Incident During a High Dive

Esther Williams found herself gearing up for an unusual dive from 60 feet, propelled by a hydraulic lift, into a pool. A bit apprehensive in full costume, she leaped at director Mervyn LeRoy’s command.

Williams executed the dive despite concerns about her aluminum crown, satisfying LeRoy. However, joy turned to alarm when a distress call from the pool revealed the dive had injured Williams, requiring urgent care.