NYT
Zale Parry, Aquatic Hollywood Star and Early Acid Tripper, Dies at 93
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Zale Parry, a competitive diver and actress known for film and television work in the 1950s and 1960s, died at age 93. Parry appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated following a diving achievement and later participated in early LSD research studies conducted in the 1950s. She performed in films and television programs during her acting career. Details about her death were not provided.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/16/arts/television/zale-parry-dead.html
