| John Wayne | |
|---|---|
 Wayne at the 42nd Academy Awards | |
| 3 Nominations / 1 Win | |
| Role | Actor, Producer |
| Born | May 26, 1907 |
| Winterset, Iowa, USA | |
| Died | June 11, 1979 |
Marion Mitchell Morrison, better known by his stage name John Wayne, was an American film actor, director, and producer. An Academy Award-winner, Wayne was among the top box office draws for three decades, and was named the all-time top money-making star. An enduring American icon, he epitomized rugged masculinity and is famous for his demeanor, including his distinctive calm voice, walk, and height.
Wins[]
- 42nd Academy Awards, 1969
- Best Actor — True Grit
Nominations[]
- 22nd Academy Awards, 1949
- Best Actor — Sands of Iwo Jima
- 33rd Academy Awards, 1960
- Best Picture — The Alamo
- 42nd Academy Awards, 1969
- Best Actor — True Grit
Media[]
John Wayne winning Best Actor for "True Grit"
Wayne accepts his Best Actor Academy Award