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May 26, 1907: Everybody's favorite cowboy... John Wayne (Marion M. Robert Morrison) was born in Winterset, Iowa. In 83 of his films he played a cowboy. He gained just 1 Oscar as Best Actor playing Marshal Rooster Cogburn in True Grit.

Great post but must say,

Never was a fan of Wayne.  

Played all types of war hero's.  But never served like others.  He could have, but chose acting, using the excuse he was a father of 3 at 34 old.

He apparently later regretted this as other A lister's all played active roles in WWII, Korea and Vietnam.  Wayne didn't even serve at home US.  Preferring Hollywood playing a tough guy whether GI or cowboy.

Cheers,

Bally.