John Wayne and Clint Eastwood are perhaps the two best-known actors in the Western genre, but they came from two distinct periods in the genre’s history....
JOHN WAYNE movie The Quiet Man saw Duke’s genuine surprise at Maureen O’Hara’s whispered unscripted line that was captured at the film’s conclusion at director John...
John Wayne had a massive impact on pop culture. For example, one of Lady Gaga‘s songs is called “John Wayne.” Gaga revealed the song reflects her...
THE TRAIN ROBBERS saw a “slightly infirm” John Wayne tenaciously push through filming despite two fractured ribs, balance issues and a daily lie down, according to...
John Wayne defined Rooster Cogburn. Almost literally. You remember Rooster Cogburn, the aging marshal from True Grit. But did you know that in the earliest versions...
John Wayne always had a very distinctive voice and way about him that both made him unique and sought after as a Hollywood star. But his...
Thanks to a wonderful friendship and a recommendation, John Wayne helped James Arness land the role of Marshal Matt Dillon on “Gunsmoke.” Before getting to the...
The American Film Institute decided the top 10 Westerns of all time and we’ve got the 411 on the ones that ranked. People have always loved...
During his iconic Hollywood career, John Wayne made many popular films. These filmed are remembered for their drama, action, locations, scenes of heroism, and of course,...
“Blazing Saddles” fans, you almost had John Wayne playing the “Waco Kid” in Mel Brooks’ classic film. But “The Duke” said no. Mel Brooks, who directed...
