Famous Iowans

What actor was born in Cedar Rapids and made famous by a golden ring?

Elijah Wood in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy

What writer of the famous Broadway musical 'The Music Man' was born in Mason City?

Meredith Willson

Who played Helen Gamble on "The Practice" and came from Davenport?

Lara Flynn Boyle

And what famous Iowan portrayed a U.S. Marshall in the movie "True Grit," but is best known for his rough and rugged cowboy roles?

John Wayne, born in 1907 in Winterset, Iowa

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