About Norene Forbes
Lived 1914 – 2004 (aged 89). Norene Forbes was an American swimmer.
Norene E. Forbes (July 24, 1914 – June 15, 2004), later known by her married name Norene Lancucki, was an American competition swimmer.
In 1928, at age 13 she won the "Silver Gate Channel Swim" with a time of 8m 30s. She retained the title the following year, covering the 650-yard paddle in the fastest time ever made in either the men's or women's races.
She represented the United States at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Forbes finished sixth overall in the 400-meter freestyle, recording a time of 6:06.0 in the event final.
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Who was Norene Forbes?
American swimmer
When was Norene Forbes born?
Norene Forbes was born on 24 July 1914 in Los Angeles.
When did Norene Forbes die?
Norene Forbes died on 15 June 2004 in Highland Park.
What was Norene Forbes's occupation?
Norene Forbes was a swimmer.
What nationality was Norene Forbes?
Norene Forbes was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Norene Forbes. https://biography.guide/norene-forbes/
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