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John Wayne’s lack of military service during WWII has long sparked debate. Was he a draft dodger, or did circumstances beyond his control keep him from enlisting? The truth is more complex than headlines suggest.

Clint Eastwood and John Wayne nearly starred together in a western that was never made. Decades later, its script resurfaced in an unexpected place.

John Wayne’s legacy was shaped by resilience, but a single film shoot near nuclear test sites may have cast a shadow over his later life and health.

Before Clint Eastwood made Dirty Harry iconic, five Hollywood greats—Robert Mitchum, Steve McQueen, Frank Sinatra, Paul Newman, and John Wayne—each declined the role for their own reasons.

A behind-the-scenes clash on Cast a Giant Shadow saw John Wayne discover a producer’s script trick, leading to a heated confrontation and the end of a working relationship.

John Wayne’s legacy is fraught with controversy, yet Frank Sinatra once called him a 'giant of our times.' Their journey from animosity to reconciliation reveals the complexities of Hollywood’s golden age.

John Wayne’s last film, The Shootist, showcased his finest late-career performance, yet the Academy overlooked him for an Oscar nomination, leaving his legacy without an honorary award.

A rare moment in Hollywood: a director declined to helm a John Wayne project, leading to an uncomfortable exchange years later. Discover what happened when creative differences clashed with star power.

Clint Eastwood singles out John Wayne’s work in The Searchers, praising the depth and courage of his performance. Despite their differences, Eastwood never shied away from recognising Wayne’s legendary impact on Western cinema.