Lola Montez
This celebrity goo was created by Scott Hardie.
This goo was worth a point in September 2026.
publication date: Saturday, September 5, 2026 (part of September 2026)
category: 
Dance
clue: Dance like a spider. Sting like a vinegaroon.
explanation: Montez was a popular and controversial dancer of the 1800s who, for a time, was the partner of Bavaria's King Ludwig. Her best-known routine was the erotic "Spider Dance." She was known for using a whip on multiple occasions, including famously whipping a newspaper editor who gave her a negative review. more…
intended difficulty: very hard
solved by: Russ Wilhelm and Richard Slominsky
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