McQueen was always mindful of his roots. I read yesterday that he built a swimming pool for underprivileged kids as a "Thank You" to the city for letting him film there. McQueen spent some time with his aunt and uncle here in Slater Missouri, so every year they have "Steve McQueen Days" with a car show and whatnot. First year they had it, McQueen's first wife and his old Judo instructor were the guests of honor. It was my intention to sleep with his wife and pick a fight with his Judo instructor in an effort to prove to myself I am as good as McQueen was. Fortunately, my girlfriend at the time , aware of my plan, got me drunk at lunch before I could set the plan in motion. Lucky for me!