John Wayne – Brendan Wayne

Nicknamed Duke, John Wayne became a popular icon during the Golden Age in Hollywood through his roles in many war and Western films. From the 1920s’ silent era through the American New Wave, Wayne’s career prospered as he starred in a total of 179 TV projects and films. For three decades, the actor had been among the top draws of the box office and appeared with several other significant stars of his era in the entertainment industry. Wayne was recognized in 1999 by the American Film Institute as one of the greatest male stars of classic American cinema.

Early in his career, Wayne worked for the Fox Film Corporation and mostly had minor roles. In 1930, he landed his first major role in the Western movie The Big Trail. From then onward, Wayne had become one of the highly successful actors in Hollywood. Credit to his lineage, his grandson, Brendan Wayne, has inherited his penchant for acting. The young Wayne is best known for his works in the television series The Mandalorian, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and Sons of Anarchy. 

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