Reddit mentions of John Wayne: The Life and Legend

It wasn't always that way. That epitome of masculinity--John Wayne--once said this on the record in an interview:

“I don’t do light bulbs. I make enough money to call professionals.” He associated being handy around the house with the poverty that had enveloped him as a child, something he had neither the desire nor the intention to replicate. He was done with plumbing and yardwork, and always would be.

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Can you imagine Nick Offerman saying "I don't sand canoes. That's what I have a team of woodworkers for"? He'd be crucified for being a 'sissy actor'. Audiences expect you to live the part today.