Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary, steve mcqueen. But it wasnt until he placed his faith in jesus that he found the ultimate source of satisfaction. The salvation of an american icon, pastor greg laurie and mcqueen biographer marshall terrill explore a little known side to the king of cool. Sundaripr hollywood icon steve mcqueen, who accepted christ months before he was diagnosed with fatal cancer, died clutching legendary evangelist billy grahams bible, california pastor greg lauries new book on the salvation of the king of cool explains. In this book, laurie thoughtfully interviews steve mcqueens friends, costars, associates, widow, and pastor to tell of the dramatic lifechange for the actor in the spring of 1979 six months before mcqueen was diagnosed with terminal cancer. In forthcoming book, laurie unpacks the little known story of hollywoods king of cool, steve mcqueen once the most famous movie star in the world from fast cars, drugs and fame, to his incredible and unlikely conversion. Is the book about steve mcqueen or greg laurie, or both. Both had similar facts about his life but both took very different paths and highlighted very different data points. Mcqueen was nicknamed the king of cool, and his antihero persona developed at the. He played cowboys, millionaires, and race car drivers on screen, but behind the. It also includes a section on the asbestos disease awareness association, drawing attention to ways to prevent the disease that killed mcqueen. Steve mcqueen grew up in a dysfunctional family where his father left the family when steve was 6 months old, and steve never saw him again.
Actor steve mcqueen was found clutching billy grahams bible. The salvation of an american icon by greg laurie and marshall terrill 2017, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Marshall terrill in the 1960s, steve mcqueen was, according to box office receipts, the biggest movie star of his generation and one of the coolest men ever to walk the planet. Greg laurie digs into the final days of steve mcqueen. The salvation of an american icon ebook written by greg laurie. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the. The salvation of an american icon, which will be followed by a documentary film. Terrell reprises the wartsandall portrait of the mercurial steve mcqueen, aided by 32 pages of intimate photographs. May 18, 2017 pastor greg laurie to release book and movie on the life and salvation of american icon steve mcqueen, may 2017.
At the height of his stardom in the 1960s and 70s, steve mcqueen was at the top of his game, yet the king of cool was still searching for something more. Everyone knows steve as an american icon, but few know of this chapter. In his book, the salvation of an american icon, laurie partnered with a. Harvest ministries pastor greg laurie authored the book steve mcqueen. Cars, women, money, fame he was the king of cool, a mans man. Terrence stephen mcqueen march 24, 1930 november 7, 1980 was an american actor. By the worlds standards, acting legend steve mcqueen had it all. How actor steve mcqueen became a christian before his death. In forthcoming book, laurie unpacks the little known story of hollywoods king of cool, steve mcqueen once the most famous movie star in the world from fast cars, drugs and fame, to his incredible and unlikely conversion riverside, calif.
Actor steve mcqueen was found clutching billy grahams. These seeds miraculously germinated, allowing mcqueen to see that redemption through jesus christ is a lasting truth more glittering and real than any magic of the entertainment industry. Jul 23, 2019 after a lifetime of fast cars, women, and drugs, mcqueen took a surprising detour. Mcqueen, who rose to fame during the 1960s, was an actor known for his love of vintage cars and his wild lifestyle. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read steve mcqueen. First, the one by marc eliot and the second greg lauries the salvation of an american icon.
The salvation of an american icon 9780310356158 by greg laurie, marshall terrill. He also executive produced the 2017 feature film documentary, steve mc queen. In an interview with the christian post this week, laurie explained that the book will serve as the most indepth account of mcqueens fairly unknown path to. Building on the foundation of his 1993 steve mcqueen. In this book, laurie thoughtfully interviews members of steve mcqueens family, friends, costars, associates, widow and pastor to tell of the dramatic lifechange. Jun 09, 2017 harvest ministries pastor greg laurie authored the book steve mcqueen. The salvation of an american icon, explores how the actor became a bornagain christian six months before he was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The moment steve mcqueens life changed he was a hollywood bad boy and headstrong thrillseeker, drawn to drugs, women, fast cars and motorcycles. Sundaripr hollywood icon steve mcqueen, who accepted christ months before he was diagnosed with fatal cancer, died clutching legendary evangelist billy grahams bible, california pastor greg lauries new book on the salvation of the. Mcqueen received an academy award nomination for his role in the sand pebbles.
The salvation of an american icon, coming out on june, southern california evangelical preacher greg laurie coauthor with mcqueen expert marshall terrill relates that mcqueen had a dramatic conversion experience near the end of his life. The salvation of an american icon, yet half the words of the book center on greg laurie. They include bestselling biographies of steve mc queen, elvis presley, and pete maravich. Eliots book was primarily focused on the secular facts of steve mcqueens life. Laurie, senior pastor at harvest christian fellowship in riverside and a wellrespected evangelist, will release his new book, steve mcqueen. The salvation of an american icon, explores how the actor became a bornagain christian six months before.
For the british film director, see steve mcqueen director. Pastor greg laurie to release book and movie on the life and salvation of american icon steve mcqueen, may 2017. The salvation of an american icon, paperback by laurie, greg. And the final quarter of the book is powerful, heartwrenching and.
The salvation of an american icon, which will be followed by a. The salvation of an american icon, coming out on june, southern california evangelical preacher greg laurie coauthor with mcqueen expert marshall terrill relates that mcqueen had a dramatic conversion experience near the. Hollywood icon steve mcqueen came to christ before death. The book is a revised edition of her previous volume, steve mcqueen, the last mile with corrections and six additional chapters. Sundaripr internationally renowned evangelist pastor greg laurie of harvest ministries is revealing the salvation story of legendary actor steve mcqueen in his newest book, steve mcqueen. Pastor greg laurie is a motorcycle fanatic and lover of leather jackets. The salvation of an american icon ebook 9780310356202 by greg laurie, marshall terrill. The salvation of an american icon by greg laurie with marshall terrell american icon press this book not only is a spiritual biography of iconic movie personality steve mcqueen, but also the story of how and why pastorevangelist greg laurie became a fan of the actor and how he came to write the book. Marshall terrill join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, the.
One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine50 years after the zenith of his career. And the final quarter of the book is powerful, heartwrenching and inspirational all at the same time. Greg laurie finds salvation in the story of legendary. If you get it and find the first several chapters to be distracting or rambling as i did, just hang on, it gets better. For other people named steve mcqueen, see steve mcqueen disambiguation. In this book, laurie thoughtfully interviews members of steve mcqueens family, friends, costars, associates, widow and pastor to tell of the dramatic lifechange for the actor in the spring of 1979 six months before mcqueen was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Terrence stephen mcqueen march 24, 1930 november 7, 1980 was an american actor who was nicknamed the king of cool and his antihero persona developed at the height of the counterculture of the 1960s made him a top boxoffice draw during the 1960s and 1970s. The strangest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite. The salvation of an american icon is highly recommended.
Book overview join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green ford mustang 390 gt through the canyons of malibu, the alleys of hollywood, the wide and open roads of the midwest, the streets of new york, as he traces the wooly geography of actor steve mcqueens life, relationships, career and spiritual journey. The salvation of an american icon, yet half the words of the. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas. American icon is one of those unique documentaries that is both entertaining and informative.
Steve mcqueen the salvation of an american icon by. The book is based on lauries crosscountry drive in his 1968 highland green. The life and legend of a hollywood icon, is in development to be made into feature film. Portrait of an american rebel, he delves into the actors turbulent childhood with an alcoholic, freeloving mother and an absentee father, making for a. The book was accompanied by a documentary, released.
Recently, esquire magazine noted that even 50 years after his careers peak, steve mcqueen is still the king of cool. The story holds your attention, touches your heart and brings joy to your soul. How actor steve mcqueen became a christian before his. Eliots book was primarily focused on the secular facts of steve mcqueen s life. Terrill, marshall con, isbn 0310356156, isbn 9780310356158, brand new, free shipping in the us in the 1960s, steve mcqueen was the biggest movie star of his generation and one of the coolest men to ever walk the planet. Only traces of its original highland green paint job remained as it had sat unnoticed in a. In 2017, pastor greg laurie explored the littleknown religious side of the actor in his book steve mcqueen. Laurie shares how dewitt and mcqueen met in his new book, steve mcqueen. Portrait of an american rebel, he delves into the actors turbulent childhood with an alcoholic, freeloving mother and an absentee father, making for a combustible personality, constantly. Only traces of its original highland green paint job remained as it had sat unnoticed in a backyard in mexico for. Join greg laurie as he takes a crosscountry drive in his 1968 highl. After a lifetime of fast cars, women, and drugs, mcqueen took a surprising detour.
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