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Is ‘Yellowstone’ Star Kevin Costner The Modern Day John Wayne? – My Blog

Will there ever be another Hollywood cowboy quite like John Wayne? These Yellowstone fans think Kevin Costner is the only to come close.

Right off the bat, this feels an odd comparison to draw for this Outsider. Sure, on the surface it works: both men are incredibly famous for their work in Westerns. Yet as individuals and their roles in Hollywood at large – they could not be more different.
But that’s just one man’s opinion! As a fellow Yellowstone fan, however, I do think it’s fair to say Costner’s John Dutton is having a considerable impact on American pop culture today – much in the same way John Wayne did in his heyday.
Perhaps this, then, is what has led to an active discussion over on Reddit’s Yellowstone board between passionate fans. There, Redditor deepinterwebz jumpstarts the conversation with: “I see Kevin Costner as America’s modern day John Wayne. He embodies America’s true cowboy spirit as Wayne did.”

Which, again, on the surface kind of works. The top comment picks up on some of the same hiccups mentioned earlier, though, as u/hitch_in_my_gitalong replies: “Leaving out their actual personalities, John Wayne generally played good guy roles. John Dutton wants something that’s honorable and good but is crooked in how he goes about it.”
True, yet both were products of their time. In this discussion, fans seem to be whisking all of Wayne’s iconic cowboy roles into one fictional cowboy of a man – which was largely The Duke’s public persona. Wayne always wanted to play good guys, sure (except, you know, that one time he played Genghis Khan in one of the worst missteps in Hollywood history), but many of his characters were just as “crooked” as Costner’s Dutton for their time. Cinema simply wasn’t as breakneck and gory in the golden age. Things were… Much different. Something like Yellowstone would be unfathomable to audiences of the mid-20th century.
‘Yellowstone’ Fans on ‘Hollywood’s Version of a Cowboy’

To this end, Redditor DemenicHand believes “it would probably be better to compare Rock “The Dwayne” Johnson’s persona to John Wayne, instead of [Costner].”
An interesting take! Honestly, Johnson certainly has a much more similar bravado to Wayne about him that Costner. Wayne was “larger than life,” as is Johnson. Costner, however, is far closer to that actual “cowboy spirit” of less showmanship – more action.
Yet Redditor johnnykoxville (not to be confused with the actual Jackass star) disagrees that either could ever be considered the “True cowboy spirit,” saying “It’s so far off in reality.”
Eh… I Disagree. From someone who has two literal cowboys for great uncles, both men remind me a lot of Kevin Costner and a little of John Wayne. So take that for what you will, Yellowstone fans.
As Redditor AnnaNonna says, “John Wayne embodied Hollywood’s version of a cowboy.”
Kevin Costner and his characters – like one John Dutton – however, feel far more true to life.

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If you can remember HER you must be considered old. She is 65 years old and still beautiful

Jamie Lee Curtis, now 65, is a celebrated actress whose career spans decades, from her breakout in Halloween to her Oscar-winning role in Everything Everywhere All at Once. Born to stars Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh, she carved her own path, earning fame as a “scream queen” and later excelling in comedy with Trading Places.

Beyond acting, Jamie is an author, advocate, and mother. Married to Christopher Guest for nearly 40 years, she proudly supports her daughters, including Ruby, who is transgender. Curtis overcame addiction, celebrating 24 years of sobriety, and inspires many with her openness about recovery.

Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan during Premiere of “Freaky Friday” at El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, California, United States. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/WireImage)

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16Vampir VW Golf 2 AWD vs Bugatti Veyron Super Sport vs AMS Nissan GTR Alpha 12+

In the world of high-performance vehicles, few rivalries spark as much excitement as the clash between the 16Vampir VW Golf 2 AWD, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, and the AMS Nissan GTR Alpha 12+. These cars, each a beast in its own right, represent distinct philosophies in automotive engineering, with power, precision, and innovation at their core.

The **16Vampir VW Golf 2 AWD** is a sleeper car that boasts incredible power and performance, despite its unassuming hatchback appearance. With extensive tuning, the Golf 2 features an AWD system and a turbocharged 16V engine capable of producing impressive horsepower. The car’s ability to adapt and excel in various conditions makes it a standout in the tuning community, showing that even a small, humble platform can compete with the big boys.

On the other hand, the **Bugatti Veyron Super Sport** is a true hypercar icon. Powered by an 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 engine, the Veyron delivers an astronomical 1,200 horsepower and can reach speeds in excess of 250 mph. Known for its luxurious design and advanced aerodynamics, the Veyron’s unrivaled speed and acceleration place it firmly in the upper echelons of automotive excellence.

Meanwhile, the **AMS Nissan GTR Alpha 12+** takes the already formidable Nissan GTR to new heights. With an upgraded turbo system, this tuned GTR pushes well over 1,300 horsepower, allowing it to challenge both the Veyron and custom builds like the 16Vampir Golf in terms of straight-line speed and cornering capabilities.

In this showdown, the 16Vampir VW Golf 2 AWD, Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, and AMS Nissan GTR Alpha 12+ each represent the pinnacle of performance in different categories, proving that speed, power, and engineering are a matter of perspective and passion.