Mary Ann Hawkins

Mary Ann Hawkins (March 7, 1919 – January 28, 1993) was an American surfer, paddleboarder, swimmer, and stunt-woman. Inspired by Duke Kahanamoku, she began swimming at a young age which led to her subsequent accomplishments in surfing, paddleboarding, and stunt work in Hollywood. Despite her talents, she dealt with sexism throughout her career but was still able to create a lasting legacy for women in sports and entertainment.