In the case of Bert Lahr, who took on the Cowardly Lion, while his life wasn't on the line thanks to his wardrobe, the conditions it put him in were less than ideal. In fact, the Cowardly Lion costume from The Wizard of Oz stands as one of Hollywood's most disgusting. Here's why.
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The Wizard of Oz's Nastiest Costume Secret, Exposed
Strangely enough, for such a cheery and family-friendly flick (aside from the villainous Wicked Witch of the West) the film's production was anything but — with no shortage of concerning behind-the-scenes stories that have since come to light.