Many a Hollywood car crash (5)

I believe the answer is:

stunt

(Other definitions for stunt that I've seen before include "Publicity seeking escapade" , "Difficult (usually dangerous) feat" , "Restrict growth" , "Spectacularly daring action; retard growth" , "Exhibitionistic performance" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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