@broski_shred_gnar_dude_: The Witch Margaret Hamilton Age during filming 36 (born in 1902 she turned 37 later that year) Hollywood Status (1939) A reliable, hardworking character actress and single mother. Unlike the big "stars" of the era, she was a freelance "jobbing" actress who refused to sign a long-term studio contract so she could maintain her independence. She was actually the second choice for the role—the first actress, Gale Sondergaard, dropped out because she didn't want to look "ugly" on screen. The "Green Sludge" & Toxic Risks Margaret’s legendary green skin was created using a copper-based greasepaint. The Danger: Because copper is toxic, she couldn't eat during the day. She had to stay on a liquid-only diet through a straw to avoid accidentally swallowing her own face. The Aftermath: The copper stained her skin so deeply that she remained a faint shade of green for months after production wrapped. The "Hot" Exit (Literally) In the famous scene where she disappears from Munchkinland in a cloud of smoke, the special effects crew triggered the fire too early. The Injury: The trap door she was standing on failed to drop in time, and she suffered second and third-degree burns on her face and hands. The Resilience: Despite the pain, she returned to the set weeks later, though she famously told the director, "I won't do anything else with fire." The Kindergarten Teacher vs. The Villain In a twist that sounds like a movie itself, the woman who terrified generations was actually a gentle former kindergarten teacher. Child Advocate: She spent much of her life dedicated to children's education and welfare. Mister Rogers: In 1975, she appeared on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood specifically to take off the costume and show kids that she was just a nice lady playing "make-believe," because she was heartbroken that children were afraid to meet her in real life. The "Good Witch" Age Gap One of the funniest facts about the movie is the age difference between the witches. Margaret Hamilton (Wicked Witch): 36 years old. Billie Burke (Glinda the Good Witch): 54 years old. Thanks to movie magic (and a lot of pink tulle), most audiences assume Glinda is the younger, fresher face, when she was actually nearly 20 years older! Summary: Margaret Hamilton took a role that paid $600 a week for a few weeks of work and turned it into the most recognizable villain in history—all while being a single mom and a preschool teacher at heart. #WIZARDOFOZ #THEWICKEDWITCH #lanadelrey #SPHERE #WITCH

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