Introduction
John McTiernan is a well-known American film director, producer, and writer. He is best known for directing blockbuster movies like Die Hard, Predator, and The Hunt for Red October. However, McTiernan’s personal life and legal troubles have been making headlines in 2021. In this blog post, we will explore what happened to John McTiernan and where he stands today.
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Education
John McTiernan was born on January 8, 1951, in Albany, New York. He grew up in a middle-class family and attended the Juilliard School in New York City to study drama. After graduation, he started his career as a theater director and worked on numerous Off-Broadway productions.
Directing Career
McTiernan made his directorial debut with the action-thriller Nomads in 1986. However, he gained worldwide recognition for directing Die Hard in 1988, which became a massive commercial success and established him as a top Hollywood director. He went on to direct several other successful movies, including Predator, The Hunt for Red October, and Last Action Hero.
Personal Life
Marriages and Children
McTiernan has been married three times and has five children. His first marriage was to Carol Land, a film producer, in 1977. They divorced in 1988. He then married actress Donna Dubrow in 1992, but they divorced in 1998. In 2012, he married Gail Sistrunk, a retired police officer.
Legal Troubles
McTiernan has had several legal troubles in recent years. In 2006, he pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about hiring a private investigator to wiretap producer Charles Roven. He was sentenced to four months in prison and fined $100,000. In 2013, he was sentenced to one year in prison for lying to a federal investigator about his involvement in a wiretapping scandal.
Current Status
Release from Prison
McTiernan was released from prison in April 2014 after serving his one-year sentence. He has since kept a low profile and has not directed any new films. However, he has been active on social media and has occasionally made public appearances at film festivals and events.
IMDb Profile
McTiernan’s IMDb profile lists his last directing credit as the 2003 movie Basic. However, he has several projects in development, including a TV series based on his movie The Thomas Crown Affair.
Conclusion
John McTiernan’s personal life and legal troubles have been a cause for concern for his fans and colleagues. However, he remains a respected figure in the film industry and has left a lasting legacy with his iconic movies. We hope to see him back in the director’s chair soon.
