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The star’s life is still discussed and devoured years after his death in 1979, with loyal fans continuing to enjoy his performances.Outside of the silver screen though, much about his personal life remains shrouded in mystery, including his supposedly notorious drinking habits.In the 2001 book, Cut to the Chase, author Sam O’Steen claimed that studio directors knew Wayne had to shoot scenes before noon because after that point he would have a drink.From his research, O’Steen alleged that an afternoon tipple often resulted in Wayne becoming a “mean drunk”.

The actor’s drinking was discussed by his younger son, Ethan, who recalled Waynes habit, including when the pair went on his 136-foot yacht.Ethan claimed that the vessel would pull up to an iceberg if close enough to allow Wayne to chip some off to place in his drink.In 2018, the Daily Beast reported Ethan as saying: “He always went for bourbon over generic whiskey. If he wanted a drink it was bourbon or tequila.”An editorial from TV Over Mind appeared to confirm O’Steen’s research, as “by the afternoon [Wayne] was well on his way to being three sheets to the wind and meaner than a rattlesnake after it’s been stepped on”.JUST IN: ‘Huge egotist’ James Stewart intimidated Hitchcock: ‘Steel under mush’
It added: “Many people went on record as saying that John Wayne was a particularly mean drunk and didn’t sugarcoat the fact for anyone.“What people need to remember is that these were different times in which The Duke existed however, and despite not being seen as right now, back then it was pretty standard to start the day out at around noon and keep going until the night was over.“Did he have a drinking problem? He might not have called it a problem, but he did enjoy his booze.”Outside of this, Wayne was also known for his being outspoken on a number of topics about both Hollywood and the wider world.
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It included his opinions on fellow actors such as Oscar winner Gene Hackman, whose work he severely criticised.Hackman earned critical acclaim throughout his long career in Hollywood, including claiming two Academy Award wins, for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, in The French Connection and Unforgiven respectively.Another was Clark Gable, famous for his starring role in the iconic hit Gone with the Wind.Wayne’s daughter Aissa recalled their relationship in her 1991 book John Wayne: My Father, in which she noted how Gable upset him after a falling out with his friend, and longtime collaborator, John Ford.
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She wrote: “My dad called Gable handsome but dumb at least four or five times, and now I wonder if it had something to do with my father’s friend, John Ford.
“During the filming of Mogambo, Ford and Gable had clashed again and again and the subsequent feud had simmered for years. In my father’s way of thinking, disloyalty to allies, support in any fashion for their enemies, was expressly forbidden.“If Clark Gable took on John Ford, my father’s code demanded that John Wayne stand by his old pal.”He even described Gable as “extremely handsome in person” but one who was ultimately an “idiot”.

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Sydney Sweeney hits back at horrific body shaming comments on viral pictures with incredible response

Sydney Sweeney has posted an Instagram video which included body shaming comments

Sydney Sweeney has hit back at horrific body shaming comments she’s received online with an incredible response.

For famous faces, social media can be an extremely toxic place, and it’s why we’ve seen some celebrities reduce their online presence as a result.

Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney has become the subject of body shaming comments in recent times, and she responded to these on Instagram in the best possible way.

The actor posted a shot clip that began with screenshots of a bunch of body shaming comments she’s received online, including some calling her ‘quite frumpy’, ‘very chunky’ and ‘tubby’.

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After many screenshots of horrible comments were shown on screen, the video cut to Sweeney in her training gear at the gym.

The video cut to a sign that said ‘hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard’ as Sweeney worked hard with a trainer, struck a punching bag and even flipped a large tire in what looked like an extremely intense workout.

Many have flocked to the comments section of the Instagram video to praise Sweeney for her response to the trolls.

“I will never understand the hate in people‘s hearts when it comes to leaving comments like this,” one person commented.

A second added: “Ngl why do people feel entitled to talk about someone’s body specially someone you don’t personally know,” while a third remarked: “No one has the right or reason to make comments on anyones body, ever.”

Meanwhile, Lili Reinhart penned: “It’s always wild to see people publicly out themselves as pieces of shit with comments like that. You look incredible and your dedication to your project is very inspiring.”

The video actually concluded with the name ‘Christy Martin’ being shown on the screen, which is a nod to Sweeney’s upcoming biopic where she plays a famed female boxer.

Boxing fans will likely know Martin is a is a former professional boxer who earned herself the WBC female super welterweight title in 2009.

Sweeney has spoken previously about her process of getting into her movie character, telling The Los Angeles Times in March that she’s a ‘very hands-on collaborator’.

“I like being able to give ideas, be a part of it, help come up with solutions. It just changes the whole process,” she said.

Sweeney continued: “It’s so hard for me now to be on a set and not be able to help in any type of way and be able to take action. And being able to actually have a voice and have a valued opinion—it means so much.”

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‘Australia’s most sexually active woman’ reveals outrageous bedroom goal for 2025

A woman who has been dubbed the “most sexually active woman” in Australia has set her sights on a big goal for 2025.

You’ve probably heard of Bonnie Blue and Lily Phillips attempting to break outrageous records in the bedroom – and Annie Knight has now thrown her hat into the ring too.

“When I watched that clip of Lily crying and everyone was saying, ‘Oh my god, this poor girl,’ I just thought, well, she’s been getting railed all day by 100 different guys… imagine putting your body through that,” Knight told Metro.

“Yes, it’s emotionally taxing, but isn’t that like any job?” she added. “Everyone has moments where they’re like, ‘I don’t know if I can do this anymore.’ You do get really stressed. She’d be exhausted; her body would be exhausted. When you’re tired, your emotions are high.”

Knight also noted that some of the men involved in Phillips’ session were reportedly rude to her, emphasizing that dealing with negativity can be challenging in any profession.

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Sophia Loren timeless beauty

Enjoy in timeless beauty of Sophia Loren:

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3738621 Sophia Loren (b/w photo); (add.info.: Sophia Loren (b.1934) Italian actress); © SZ Photo; .

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