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Google Doodle Celebrates 77th Birth Anniversary of Late Kitty O'Neil

Google has commemorated the 77th birth anniversary of stuntwoman, racer, and stunt coordinator Kitty O'Neil with a stunning doodle on its homepage. Born on March 24, 1946, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Kitty O'Neil is best known for her incredible speed records, daredevil stunts, and groundbreaking achievements in the male-dominated fields of stunt work and auto racing.

Kitty O'Neil's life was nothing short of extraordinary. She was born deaf, and despite this, she refused to let her disability hold her back. She became an accomplished diver, gymnast, and softball player in her youth, and her passion for speed and thrills led her to pursue a career in racing and stunt work.

In 1976, Kitty O'Neil set a new land-speed record for women by driving a rocket-powered car at a speed of 512 miles per hour. She also set records for the fastest time on water by piloting a hydrogen peroxide-powered boat at a speed of 275 miles per hour.

In addition to her speed records, Kitty O'Neil was an accomplished stuntwoman, with credits in over 50 movies and television shows. She was the stunt double for actresses such as Farrah Fawcett and Lindsay Wagner and performed stunts in films such as "The Blues Brothers" and "Smokey and the Bandit II."

Kitty O'Neil's pioneering spirit and groundbreaking achievements paved the way for women in the fields of stunt work and auto racing. She proved that anything was possible with determination, hard work, and a willingness to take risks.

Despite her many accomplishments, Kitty O'Neil remained humble and dedicated to her craft until her death in 2018. Google's tribute to her on her 77th birth anniversary serves as a reminder of her enduring legacy and her unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and defying expectations.


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