John Wayne’s 1979 Oscars Moment: Five Words That Left Hollywood Speechless

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72nd birthday was marked by a major honor when he received the Congressional Gold Medal. This recognition reflected not only his film career but also his cultural impact on American identity and cinema history. It was one of the highest civilian awards in the United States.

Just over two weeks later, on June 11, 1979, John Wayne passed away at UCLA continue reading …

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