Buddy Ebsen's Tin Man Secret: A Dangerous Hollywood Tale
Update: 2025-11-23
Description
Buddy Ebsen, originally cast as the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz, suffered a severe allergic reaction to his makeup, nearly causing his death. The role was then recast with Jack Haley, who faced his own challenges with the new makeup application. This story underscores the risks actors took in early Hollywood and the efforts studios made to create iconic films.
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