Duke makes GQ’s 14 Gentlemanly Ways to Give an Oscars Acceptance Speech for his speech when he accepted the Oscar for Best Actor on behalf of Gary Cooper in 1953. Full article with video here: https://bit.ly/30wCSgc | JOHN WAYNE

John Wayne may have been known for his tough, larger-than-life screen presence, but those who worked with him spoke of a far gentler man. Crew members and stuntmen often shared how he quietly helped them during hard times—slipping them money, paying medical bills, or covering expenses without ever wanting recognition. One of the most touching examples came in 1960, when his close friend Ward Bond passed away. Wayne personally accompanied Bond’s body home, delivered the eulogy, and stood by the g

110K views · 7.3K reactions | Today we remember all the men and women who lost their lives while fighting for our freedom  This scene is the memorial service from They Were Expendable, directed by Duke's friend and mentor, John Ford (1945) | JOHN WAYNE | Facebook