#13: Marries Esther Williams in 1960, Creating One of MGM’s Most Talked-About Star Marriages
In 1960, Fernando Lamas married Esther Williams, shortly after his divorce from Arlene Dahl. The marriage united two major MGM names and immediately became a media event, with studios and magazines presenting them as a glamorous, confident couple.
Publicly, they appeared polished and successful. Privately, the balance of power quickly became an issue. Lamas expected to lead the relationship, while Williams was an established star with her own career and opinions, setting up constant tension.