AMC Hollywood Icon: John Wayne

There's no getting around it: The Duke is one of the most recognizable Hollywood icons, and one of the most prolific. He personifies the American cowboy but his range extends far beyond the Western: He did war pics, love stories and over-the-top comedies. Here's a look at some of the classics he helped create...

The High and the Mighty, John Wayne, 1954, courtesy of the Everett Collection