Betty Grimes
American diver, author, and executive aide to Eleanor Roosevelt
About Betty Grimes
Lived 1899 – 1976 (aged 76). Betty Grimes was an American competitive diver.
Helen Elizabeth Grimes (later Lindley, October 25, 1899 – March 18, 1976) was an American diver, who competed in the 1920 Summer Olympics. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and died in Washington, D.C.
At the 1920 Olympics, she finished sixth in the 10 metre platform event.
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Who was Betty Grimes?
American diver, author, and executive aide to Eleanor Roosevelt
When was Betty Grimes born?
Betty Grimes was born on 25 October 1899.
When did Betty Grimes die?
Betty Grimes died on 18 March 1976.
What was Betty Grimes's occupation?
Betty Grimes was a competitive diver.
What nationality was Betty Grimes?
Betty Grimes was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Betty Grimes. https://biography.guide/betty-grimes/
MLA: "Betty Grimes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/betty-grimes/.
Chicago: "Betty Grimes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/betty-grimes/.
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