Sybil Bauer (September 18, 1903-1927) - In her brief life, Bauer was one of the most dominant swimmers ever. She set the record in the backstroke for women at every distance. She even beat the men's record once, though it was never recognized. She won the gold medal in the backstroke at the 1924 Olympics. She was engaged to Ed Sullivan (of the Ed Sullivan Show fame) at the time of her death.