John Wayne named Americans' favorite movie star

In a national popularity poll, John Wayne was chosen as the top star of 1953. WR Wilkerson, publisher of The Hollywood Reporter, presented him with a trophy, recognizing his status as the industry's favorite actor. John Wayne expressed his gratitude to movie fans and the press, acknowledging the honor and appreciation from the public.

Who was chosen as the industry's top star in the national popularity pool movie?

• John Wayne

• Humphrey Bogart

• Clark Gable

• James Stewart

Who presented the trophy to John Wayne?

• A fellow actor

• A fan

• A movie director

• WR Wilkerson

In which Warner Brothers action drama did John Wayne star?

• The High and The Mighty

• The Searchers

• True Grit

• Stagecoach

What year was John Wayne named the most favorite actor?

• 1951

• 1950

• 1953

• 1952

What did John Wayne express in his acceptance speech?

• Indifference

• Disappointment

• Surprise

• Gratitude