Death of John Wayne confirmed
- By Jessica Simpson
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John Wayne (1907 - 1979)
[Archive 1979] John Wayne’s death in Los Angeles on Monday June 11, 1979 has now been confirmed: the actor best known for his roles in Rio Bravo, The Quiet Man or Stagecoach died at 72.
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