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Questions and answers about the 50-year movie career and personal life of Marion Robert Morrison. As John Wayne, he was one of the most popular, profitable, and prolific stars in the history of cinema.

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How did Marion Morrison get the name john Wayne?

It is standard practice for entertainers to take on names more in keeping with the persona they want to project to their fans. Thus, rap star Christopher Wallace adopted the more menacing stage name "The Notorious B.I.G."

Raoul Walsh wanted to give his young star a more "dashing" name, that of American general Anthony Wayne. Because "Anthony" didn't sound "American" enough, they changed it to "John."

What does john waynes son Ethan do?

I think he manages the family interests in all things pertaining to his father's name and career. He used to act but I don't think he does anymore.

Who were the actors in the John Wayne movie In Harms Way?

This film had a large cast, including John Wayne, Kirk Douglas, Patricia Neal, Tom Tryon, Paula Prentiss, Brandon De Wilde, Jill Haworth, Dana Andrews, Stanley Holloway, Burgess Meredith, Franchot Tone, and Carroll O'Connor.

What was John Wayne's sexual orientation?

John Wayne lived in a time when sexual orientation was not openly discussed, but all indications are that he was heterosexual.

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As far as we are concerned, John Wayne was a straight man. He had children with his wives and there is no evidence of him being gay, not that there would be anything wrong with that; he's still the DUKE!

It's surprising how often this question comes up.

Wayne was many things but gay was not one of them. He was married three times (all women), fathered seven children, had several high profile affairs (also women) and was heterosexual.

What movie was john Wayne's character duke Morrison?

He did not play a character Duke Morrison this was in fact his real name.

He was called Marion Michael Morrison,but adopted the name duke when young.

Did john Wayne play golf?

Supposedly. Better-known cinematic golfers include Bob Hope ( Desert Classic) named in his honor- and Bing Crosby.

Information regarding the children of John Wayne ages and whereabouts today. Thanks Jean Bell?

Michael was 68 when he died in 2003
Mary Antonia was 63 when she died in 2000
Patrick will be 70 on July 15th, 2009
Melinda will be 69 on December 3rd, 2009
Aissa will be 64 March 31st, 2010
John Ethan will be 48 on February 22nd, 2010
Marissa will be 44 on February 22nd, 2010

Where is the fictional town of Innisfree located?

The fictional town of Innisfree is located in Ireland. The story of the movie named "The Quiet Man" happened here. The main stars of the movie were John Wayne and Maureen O_Ç_Hara. John Ford directed the movie.

Did john Wayne make any movies as Marion Morrison?

In the 1929 film Words and Music, the actor who took the stage name "John Wayne" was listed as "Duke Morrison." In all other films he was either uncredited or listed as John Wayne.

Billy Washington Wayne Foster Patrick Jackson The Drifters are they married?

Billy Washington is definitely married ...why do I know this . Well it's because his wife called me to tell me so. FACT

Patrick is also married.

Wayne is single....