Elizabeth Taylor wowed at the 1970 Oscars
The 42nd Academy Awards in 1970 was a night filled with glamor, but one star undoubtedly shone brighter than all the others. At just 38, Elizabeth Taylor was at the height of her beauty, and ...
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Gail Russell and John Wayne: What killed her is beyond tragic
Gail Russell was a hauntingly beautiful Hollywood starlet, known for her large, gorgeous blue eyes But despite her grace, the talented actress struggled behind the scenes. And the circumstances surrounding her final days remain a ...
John Wayne’s last public appearance featured a hug that he wouldn’t have missed for the world
John Wayne has always been seen as a tough cowboy because of his films, values, and demeanor. However, at his final public appearance at the 1979 Academy Awards, he showed his softer side to everyone. ...
John Wayne was always particular about one thing on every film set
We all know and love John Wayne and his iconic cowboy image. But we never knew, however, how picky that star was about one part of that appearance. Thanks to his stellar career, John Wayne ...
John Wayne’s son followed in his father’s footsteps – do you recognize him?
Growing up in the 1950s, many young boys probably wished John Wayne was their dad. He was the “perfect guy” – tough, funny, brave, and didn’t take anything from anyone. For most of us, the ...
A failed Christmas movie made John Wayne rethink his entire acting career
John Wayne was one of the biggest names in the world during Hollywood’s Golden Age. The legendary actor, born Marion Robert Morrison, became known for his roles in Westerns and war movies. But there was ...
Despite having 7 kids, John Wayne was buried in private & his grave went unmarked for 20 years
John Wayne became one of the biggest film stars in history thanks to his stellar career. The ‘True Grit’ actor began his working life in another industry entirely, but ultimately grew to be the biggest ...
John Wayne never served in WWII – and here’s why
A great American actor and a cultural icon. John Wayne embodied the image of the strong, quiet cowboy or soldier, and personified the idealized American values of his time. But his legacy is disputed, and ...
John Wayne’s son defends his father after 1971 Playboy interview resurfaces
In the interview, which was published in Playboy’s May 1971 issue, John Wayne, a notable conservative, was questioned about several topics. The ones that drew the most attention were the questions about race and Hollywood. ...