On film, John Wayne has gone down as one of the greatest war heroes of modern times. However, many may not realize that the iconic Western and war film actor never actually served in any war! Although John Wayne was a strong and capable adult during World War II, he managed to eschew serving his duty to the country with numerous excuses. Many have speculated as to what John’s true intentions were for never serving in the military, and there are a few prevailing theories as to what that reason might have been.

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John had performed in Hollywood as a stuntman in numerous Western before being given a starring role in the 1939 feature Stagecoach. The legendary Western director John Ford was the man behind Stagecoach, and Ford saw great potential in Wayne. John Wayne had four children at the time and was trying to make it as a leading man. He was excused from the draft due to his children but claimed that he would still enlist later after capitalizing on the success he was to receive from his role in Stagecoach.

John Wayne continued acting in films and also continued neglecting his promise to serve in World War II. John Ford had since become a commander in the United States Navy, making him one of many Hollywood figures that had hung up their comfy job in the industry so that they could get their hands dirty overseas. Since so many competing actors had gone to serve, John found himself in high demand. Because of this, John became a hero on screen without ever actually being one. Join Facts Verse as we attempt to uncover the real reason John Wayne didn’t serve in World War II.

The Real Reason John Wayne Didn't Serve in World War 2

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