Was john wayne gay

The Political Incorrectness of John Wayne

John Wayne dominated movie screens for half a century. He played cowboys, soldiers, hunters and boxers. He was a tough guy, a man’s man, an All-American hero who lived by his own moral code and let his deeds speak louder than words. His favorite quote was one from Theodore Roosevelt: “If you’ve got them by the balls, their hearts and minds will follow.”

Wayne symbolized a macho, militaristic view of America. He embodied the “Make America Great Again” ethos, a time when being seemed simpler. His experience was filled with contradictions. He embraced ultra-patriotism but avoided military service. He railed against government interference in private lives but took credit for helping the government rid Hollywood of communist interlopers.

Wayne’s persona was carefully calculated. His real name was Marion Morrison. His trademark swagger was developed with the help of Wyatt Earp and actor Tom Mix. He was a registered Democrat and supporter of Franklin Roosevelt until realizing his career would enhance if he became a Republican.

Wayne’s big break came when he met director Joh

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I am a massive John Wayne fan. I will always admire and respect his character.
There was an antique boyfriend who argued that The Duke was gay. :uhuh2: It really makes no difference to me because I think the dude is one of the most upstanding person of my lifetime.....50 plus.
Just curious.
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I would say your "old boyfriend" was completely trying to draw your chain. There is no evidence that he was ever gay. Somebody here who has studied Duke more thourghly then I can probably hand you quotes or stories that wil rebuke this utterance. I am attractive sure he was never gay and didn't leaned that way at all.
On a different record, Welcome to the mesage board. Wish you stay around and learn more nad share you thoughts on John Wayne. Feel free to jump into a conversation at anytime. Hope to see you around.
Life is hard, its even harder when your stupid!!
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To be honest he didn't really know the 'gay thing' although he got on well with gay people such as Hudson. Your old boyfriend obviously didn't like Duke that is why h

Close-Up: Dan Ford on John Wayne and John Ford
June 21, 2007 1:42 PDT - By Scott Holleran - Interviews
Actor John Wayne, who would have been 100 years old this year, made many historic motion pictures with legendary director John Ford (The Informer, How Green Was My Valley). Among them were Stagecoach, The Quiet Man and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.

John Ford's grandson, Dan Ford, who wrote Pappy: The Being of John Ford, sat down with Box Office Mojo to talk about John Wayne, John Ford and their extraordinary careers.

Box Office Mojo: Have you seen every John Ford movie?

Dan Ford: I haven't seen some of the really ancient ones.

Box Office Mojo: What did John Ford value most about John Wayne?

Dan Ford: What he liked about John Wayne was John Wayne. He was such an appealing, likable, fun guy to be around—a man's man. He was a sensational card player, like Ford, a big drinker, like Ford was, and they had a lot in common. They were outdoor guys, they both loved boats—they spent every nickel they had on their boats—and it was a personal friendship.

Box Office Mojo: To attain that level of consistency throughout their work is a
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John Wayne Gay Sr., age 66 of Chipley, passed from this life on February 9, 2020 at his residence.
John was born on December 20, 1953 in Panama Metropolis, Florida to Floyd E. Gay and Ida Mae McKinney. A lifelong resident of the panhandle, John worked 10 years as a crane operator for Port of Panama City, where he retired.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Floyd and Ida Gay; brothers: Floyd Homosexual Jr., Tommy Gay; sisters: Lois Lamb, Frankie Molinaro.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years: Barbara Gay of Chipley, FL; son: John Wayne Gay Jr. and wife Sandi of Youngstown, FL; daughter: Amy Selden and husband Phillip of Chipley, FL; brothers: George Queer of Bruce, FL, Stevie Gay of Bruce, FL; sisters: Helen Nowlin of Westville, FL, Linda Barfield of Panama City, FL, Patricia “Pat” Aufenthie of Bruce, FL, Marie Pettis of Chipley, FL, Joann Hare of Bruce, FL, Betty Pruett of Bruce, FL, Barbara Ann Goodman of Ebro, FL, Ramona Phillips of Bruce, FL; grandchildren: Track Graves (Kirstie), Austin Selden, Shelby Parks (Hunter), Garrett Selden; 5 great-grandchil