Esther Williams: Swimming Star of MGM Aqua Musicals Dies at 91

Esther Williams was an American swimmer and actress. Born on August 8, 1921, in Inglewood, California, she won national swimming titles and was selected for the 1940 Olympics, which were canceled because of the war.

She starred in MGM's aquatic musicals such as Bathing Beauty (1944), Neptune's Daughter and Million Dollar Mermaid. She was known as the Mermaid of the Movies and was a top box-office draw.

She was inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1966. Williams died in her sleep in Beverly Hills, California, on June 6, 2013, at age 91.

Achievements: International Swimming Hall of Fame (1966).

Birth: August 8, 1921 - Inglewood, California.

Profession: Swimmer and actress.

Interesting Facts: She was a national swimming champion as a teenager.