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John Wayne, born Marion Robert Morrison on May 26, 1907, was an iconic American actor known for his roles in Western films. With a career spanning over five decades, he became a symbol of rugged masculinity and American frontier values.

John Wayne was born in Winterset, Iowa, and moved to Southern California with his family in 1916. He attended the University of Southern California on a football scholarship before an injury ended his athletic career, leading him to the film industry.

Wayne was married three times and had seven children. He was known for his conservative political views and was an outspoken patriot. Despite his tough on-screen persona, he was described by colleagues as kind and considerate.

John Wayne's career took off with the 1939 film "Stagecoach." He starred in over 170 films, including classics like "The Searchers," "True Grit," and "The Quiet Man." He won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in "True Grit."

John Wayne's most notable achievements include winning an Academy Award for Best Actor for "True Grit," receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and being named the Greatest Male Star of Classic American Cinema by the American Film Institute.

John Wayne faced controversy for his strong political views, particularly his support for the House Un-American Activities Committee and his comments on race and politics in a 1971 Playboy interview, which sparked significant backlash.