Who Was Natalie Wood?
Natalie Wood was an American actress born in 1938, known for films such as "Rebel Without a Cause" and "West Side Story." She became one of Hollywood's most recognized stars during the 1950s and 1960s.
The Boat Trip and the Night of Her Death
On November 29, 1981, Wood died by drowning near Santa Catalina Island, California. She was aboard a 55-foot yacht called the "Splendour" with her husband, Robert Wagner, and their co-star Christopher Walken.
What Happened on the Boat?
Investigators concluded that Wood likely fell or slipped from a dinghy while the yacht was anchored. The boat was about one mile from shore. Wagner and Walken reported the incident to the Coast Guard early the next morning. The official ruling was accidental drowning, though the case has remained under review.
For more details on the official findings, see the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's report at https://www.medicine.lacounty.gov/.
