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Special Sub-Topic: Classic Film Actress Esther Williams


Esther Williams has been married four times. One of her husbands was her tempermental co-star in 'Dangerous When Wet.' Who was he?

    Fernando Lamas. According to Williams they didn't become romantically involved until 1960, about 7 years after they made Dangerous When Wet. They were married from 1969 until Lamas' death in 1982.

Which one of Esther Williams' films was director and choreographer Busby Berkely not involved in?
    Pagan Love Song. Pagan Love Song was directed by Robert Alton. Although Busby Berkley was a genius at designing many of Williams' aqua musical spectaculars she found it hard to deal with his alcoholism and disregard for her safety.

What was the name of the film Esther Williams costarred in with Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra?
    Take Me Out to the Ballgame. Williams did not enjoy working with Kelly. She felt he was unhappy about her height and her lack of dancing skill.

Esther Williams almost married this actor, but broke it off when she found out he liked to wear woman's clothes.
    Jeff Chandler. Williams' parting words to Jeff Chandler: 'Jeff, you're too big for polka dots.'

What two things is Esther Williams best known for endorsing?
    Pools and swim suits. Williams got into business because she realized that her film career probably wouldn't last long.

Esther Williams starred in 'Mr. Coed' with which then up and coming comic actor?
    Red Skelton. Red Skelton refused to shave his chest for the role unless they paid him {$200} cash and saved the hair.

Of these actors, which did Esther Williams only make one film with?
    Victor Mature. Williams made six with Van Johnson, and three each with Howard Keel and Red Skelton. She starred with Mature in Million Dollar Mermaid.

What unorthodox counseling method did Esther Williams undergo around 1959?
    Using L.S.D.. Williams used it under doctor's supervision after Cary Grant recommended it. She found it very insightful.

Esther Williams, like many young MGM starlets, appeared in the Andy Hardy series. Which actress never appeared in the series?
    Elizabeth Taylor. Esther Williams made her film debut in 'Andy Hardy's Double Life.'

What animated characters did Esther Williams 'star' with in 'Dangerous When Wet'?
    Tom and Jerry. Gene Kelly was the first to dance with Tom and Jerry in the film, 'Anchors Aweigh.'


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