John Wayne

John Wayne dies of stomach cancer in Los Angeles, California.

Awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.

Nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor in 'Rooster Cogburn'.

Wins the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in 'True Grit'.

Marries Pilar Pallete, his third wife.

Founds Batjac Productions, a film production company.

Stars in 'Red River', a critical and commercial success.

Marries Esperanza Baur, his second wife.

Breakthrough role in John Ford's 'Stagecoach'.

Marries Josephine Saenz, his first wife.

Begins working as a prop man and bit player in films.

Attends the University of Southern California on a football scholarship.

Plays football at Glendale High School.

Born Marion Robert Morrison in Winterset, Iowa.