Ron Howard: Earning John Wayne’s respect on set | Trending Now
Ron Howard: Earning John Wayne’s respect on set | Trending Now  
Podcast: In Depth With Graham Bensinger
Published On: Fri Apr 03 2026
Description: Childhood actor turned award-winning director Ron Howard looks back on the first time he met John Wayne, as they were cast together for the 1976 film “The Shootist.” Howard heralds Wayne as a giant in the industry and in stature, and how an abnormal offer forged a quick bond with The Duke.