Back in 1959, John Wayne teamed up with his longtime collaborator ... serious injuries and even a tragic death. All the while, the alcoholic director had been forced by his doctor to go sober ...

The legendary actor John Wayne, fondly known as The Duke, lost his life to stomach cancer nearly 45 years ago, after battling the illness for a mere five months. His unexpected death sent ripples ...

John Wayne, the legendary cowboy actor, passed away almost 45 years ago after battling stomach cancer for a brief five months ...

Here's what happened. This 1930 Western was John Wayne's first big break in Hollywood, though it didn't do much for his career. As the story goes, after being recommended for the picture by none ...