Diana Nyad's historic long-distance swim from Cuba to Florida is the focus of the Netflix film "Nyad." "Nyad" stars Annette Bening as the titular swimmer and Nyad has been supportive of the biopic. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementLong-distance swimmer Diana Nyad's story is back in the spotlight thanks to the Netflix biopic and awards season contender "Nyad." Nyad is best known for being the first person to successfully swim 110 miles from Cuba to Florida without a shark cage.

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Persons: Diana Nyad's, Nyad, Annette Bening, — Organizations: Netflix, Service, Swimming Association, Business Locations: Cuba, Florida