#9: The Intrigues of Tinseltown

Fresh and eager Esther Williams embraced Hollywood, initially landing a lead role for Lana Turner in ‘Somewhere I’ll Find You’, thanks to Turner’s impromptu elopement. However, Hollywood’s manipulative underbelly soon revealed itself, leaving Esther blindsided.

The unexpected offer to Williams ignited a calculated feud between her and Lana Turner, a strategic move by MGM to lure Turner back. Williams was abruptly displaced once Turner reclaimed her role, yet her resilience quickly led her to another opportunity.