She did stunts in “Romancing the Stone,” “Dynasty,” and more.
Notable Firsts
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His brother designed the plane in which he made his groundbreaking flight.
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She was the first chess player featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated.
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He directed the film “Everest” and was the first American to reach the summit twice.
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She was the first woman and Black artist to host her own Canadian TV series.
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She went on to an acting career, including on the TV show “Judge Roy Bean.”
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She was part of the Stoneman Family country-bluegrass band.
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She was the state’s first lady in the 1990s.
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She was nicknamed the “Fastest Woman on Wheels.”
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She was the first Black star of daytime TV.