John Wayne Met The Real Rooster Cogburn On Set—What Happened Next Won Him An Oscar

March 1969. John Wayne was filming True Grit when a real one-eyed U.S. Marshal confronted him on set, angry that Hollywood was mocking men like him. What John Wayne did next led to his only Oscar win and saved a forgotten hero's legacy. This is the true story behind Rooster Cogburn. Disclaimer: This video presents a dramatized interpretation of historical events for educational and entertainment purposes. #JohnWayne #TrueGrit #RoosterCogburn #RealMarshal #OscarWin