John Wayne, By the Decades: 1940s – A Shining Star
Duke’s portrayal of heroes and fighting men earns him icon status in the U.S. and beyond.
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The John Wayne Journal is a collection of stories that celebrate the legacy of John Wayne through art, events, special collaborations, and more.
John Wayne, By the Decades: 1930s – Becoming John Wayne
FROM STAGEHAND TO A NEW SCREEN PERSONA, MARION “DUKE” MORRISON STARTS DOWN THE ROAD TO STARDOM.
Western Renaissance
LEADING LADIES, FROM HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN AGE TO TODAY, PRESENT A VITAL FEMALE PORTRAIT OF THE GRIT AND GLORY OF THE…
John Wayne, By the Decades: Youthful Years
From star student and football player to Fox Studios prop man and featured player, Marion Morrison rides early and unsteady waves towards success.
John Wayne, By the Decades: Origins
From Marion Morrison to John Wayne—the roots of an icon in the making.
A Shared Crusade
The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum pays tribute to the landmark Cancer Act on its 50th anniversary—with a special salute to John Wayne.
Big Jake at 50
Bringing together John Wayne and his three sons, the endearing 1971 Western saw a torch pass to a new generation.
Destination, Hollywood
Delve into the art and magic of moviemaking at the sprawling new Academy Museum—and take a fresh look at one of John Wayne’s most notable films, The Searchers.
Chapter & Verse
A classic spoken-word album by John Wayne spawns a patriotic picture-book for kids.
