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14 behind-the-scenes photos of Clint Eastwood at work and play in his early career
These candids show Eastwood at work and play during the 50s and 60s
Clint Eastwood has become such an icon of Hollywood, it's hard to remember that he was once just an up-and-coming actor on a TV show. Playing Rowdy Yates on the hit western Rawhide opened a lot of doors for the San Francisco kid.
We though we'd pay tribute to this legend with a look back at his early days.
Enjoy these candid snapshots of Clint, family, and friends at work and leisure in the 1950s and 1960s.
Adult Swim
Image: AP PhotoThere's no lifeguard in the backyard, so Clint and his wife, Maggie, can engage in horseplay by their pool.
For the Birds
Image: AP PhotoClint and Maggie hang up some artwork at home in 1962.
Arm Day
Image: The Everett CollectionClint hits the gym and curls some iron in the late 1950s.
The Breakfast of Champions
Image: AP PhotoMaggie makes tea while Clint sucks down some O.J. in costume one fine morning during the production of Rawhide. We love the goofy photo of the couple behind his hand.
C'mon, baby…
Image: AP PhotoMaggie teaches Clint how to "do the Twist" at home in San Fernando Valley in 1962.
Rowdy in Tokyo
Image: AP PhotoThe cast of Rawhide causes a media storm upon a visit to Japan.
Dip and Dog
Image: AP PhotoYou wouldn't figure Eastwood for a dachshund owner, would you?
Behind the Camera
Image: AP PhotoClint plays with his new camera at home. On the wall, you can see ephemera of his Rawhide career, from a TV Cover to an honorary membership into the Pettis County Historical Society, Sedalia, Missouri.
No Horsing Around
Image: The Everett CollectionClint practices his trademark squint on the set of Rawhide.
Lacoste of Fame
Image: The Everett CollectionThis is probably the preppiest Eastwood has ever looked. Don't tell him we said that.
Look Who's Talking
Eastwood, in the middle, earned his first screen credit for a role in Francis in the Navy, a naval comedy featuring Francis the Talking Mule. Eastwood was no stranger to talking equines. He also appeared on Mister Ed.
Swing Set
Image: The Everett CollectionClint gives his son Kyle a thrill while on the set of Dirty Harry in 1971.
A Budding Star
Image: The Everett CollectionEastwood made his screen debut with an uncredited role on Revenge of the Creature, which can sometimes be seen on MeTV's own Svengoolie. Here is a headshot from around the time of that 1955 feature.
Hand in Hand
Image: AP PhotoClint goes for a stroll with actresses Olive Sturgess (left) and Dani Crayne (right) in 1954.
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