Johnny Weissmuller was an American competitive swimmer and actor, best known for his Olympic success and his iconic portrayal of Tarzan. As one of the world's greatest swimmers of the 20th century, he won five Olympic gold medals for swimming and one bronze medal for water polo. After his swimming career, he became the sixth actor to portray Tarzan, a role he played in twelve feature films for MGM and RKO Pictures. His famous Tarzan yell is a legendary sound effect, and his legacy endures as both a dominant athletic champion and a beloved film star.