Fact Vs. Fiction: Did Marlboro Man Really Die Of Lung Cancer?

Not so macho, after all. . .

We often hear it as a popular urban legend that the Marlboro Man, died because of lung cancer. But do we really know the truth about this? Well, its finally time you know the truth. Yes! He died because of lung cancer. And whats even more interesting is that, he died not only once, but twice! Intrigued? Read on. . .

Many men played the role of Marlboro Man throughout the years but two of these men died because of Lung Cancer.

The first Marlboro Man was Wayne McClaren died in 1992. He gained recognition after appearing in ad campaigns for Marlboro in 1976. After he was diagnosed of Lung Cancer, he was a firm supporter of anti-smoking campaign until his health finally declined.

The second Marlboro Man to die of lung cancer was David McClean, his health deteriorated until his eventual death in 1995. As it turns out, he was also hired by Phillip Morris to promote their product. His family filed a suit against Phillip Morris, saying he had to smoke sometimes five packs of cigarettes a day in order to complete commercial filming and print ad shoots.

Reference: About.com