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Margaret Hamilton, known for her iconic role as the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 classic "The Wizard of Oz," had a surprising real-life persona. Despite terrifying multiple generations as the Wicked Witch, Hamilton was, in reality, a devoted kindergarten teacher who cared deeply about children's education. She was so concerned about the impact her role had on kids that later in life, she even made a guest appearance on Mister Rogers' show to demonstrate that she was actually a kind and friendly woman. During the show, she initially wore regular clothes and then transformed into the Wicked Witch costume, emphasizing that her character was purely fictional. This experience led to a genuine friendship with Fred Rogers and Mr. McFeely, the delivery man. Regarding her casting as the Wicked Witch, Hamilton recalled, "He [the casting director] said they were interested in you for a part in 'The Wizard of Oz,' and I said, 'Oh gosh, think of that.' I said, 'I've loved that story from the time I was 4 years old. What is it?' And he said, 'Well, the Witch.' And I said, 'The Witch!?' And then he said the final thing, 'Yes, what else?'"