Wizard of Oz Set Accident: Margaret Hamilton's Third-Degree Burns Unveiled

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Wizard of Oz Set Accident: Margaret Hamilton's Third-Degree Burns Unveiled
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  • Margaret Hamilton faced severe burns on the 'Oz' set in 1939.
  • A fiery scene caused second and third-degree burns to Hamilton.
    • Toxic makeup was quickly removed to prevent further injury.
    • The accident exposed poor safety standards on early film sets.
    • Hamilton took six weeks to fully recover from her injuries.
    • Despite the mishap, Hamilton remained proud of her iconic role.
    • The mishap highlighted harsh filming conditions of the past.
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