1970s

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-83

From ‘Charlie’s Angels’ to ‘Wonder Woman’: Why 1976 Was a Huge Year for Women on TV

‘Charlie’s Angels,’ Barbara Walters, and ‘Laverne & Shirley’ headlined a ladies-led TV Year.

The Woman Behind the Aflac Duck, Toys ‘R’ Us Jingle & Herbal Essences Tells All

She was the creative forced behind behind iconic ad campaigns like Clairol’s ‘Yes! Yes! Yes!’ and the Toys ‘R’ Us jingle.

Still image of the Brady Bunch Kids Mike Lookinland, Christopher Knight, Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Eve Plumb, Susan Olsen on-set, on Season 1, ep. 115, which aired January 9, 1970, Where are they now?

Which Brady Kid Got the Most Fan Mail on ‘The Brady Bunch’? The Answer is Surprising

This Brady child received more fan mail than all their on-screen siblings combined.

BEE GEES, Maurice Gibb, Robin Gibb, Barry Gibb, circa mid-1970s

8 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The Bee Gees (But Should)

The brothers almost turned down one of their biggest albums. Find out why!

BACK TO THE FUTURE PART III, Christopher Lloyd, Mary Steenburgen

‘Back to the Future’ Stars Christopher Lloyd & Mary Steenburgen Reunite 36 Years later

They played love interests in ‘Back to the Future Part III,’ which premiered in 1990.

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Monday Night Football, ‘Columbo’ & More Ways the ’70s Changed TV Forever

Late-night music? Women cops? Big movies for TV? They were all unheard of until the 1970s.

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How Bob Eubanks Got Caught in Dolly Parton & Porter Wagoner’s Split

He also helped bring the Fab Four to Hollywood.

WELCOME BACK, KOTTER, Gabe Kaplan, 1975-1979.

How Well Do You Know These Classic High School Movies & TV Shows?

Can you name the TV show that featured the fictional Jefferson High School? Take our quiz and find out!

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12 TV Anchors Who Signed Off With Iconic Catchphrases

Dan Rather’s curtain line of ‘Courage’ didn’t go over so well 40 years ago, but he found another way of closing his newscasts.

TREASURE ISLAND, Robert Newton, 1950

Hollywood’s Reinvention of Long John Silver, the Musketeers & Zorro Dates Back to the 1950s

Classic adventure characters have been repeatedly reinvented since the 1950s.

ALICE, Polly Holliday, Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Philip McKeon, Beth Howland, 1976-85

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Alice’ 50 Years After Its Premiere?

The CBS sitcom premiered on August 31, 1976, and ran for nine seasons.

ALICE, Vic Tayback, 1976-85

How Vic Tayback Became Mel on ‘Alice’ After a Life-Changing Injury

He originally aspired to be a football player.

THE BIONIC WOMAN, Lindsay Wagner, 1976-78

Lindsay Wagner Was Fired by Universal — Then ‘The Bionic Woman’ Made Her a Star

She has a rough start, but landed the role of a lifetime.

Knots Landing reunion

‘Knots Landing’ Stars Reunite 33 Years After Soap Opera Ended

Donna Mills, Michele Lee, and Lynne Moody delighted fans with a rare joint photo.

THE SPY WHO LOVED ME, Barbara Bach, 1977.

Barbara Bach Turns 80: Where Is the Famous Model & Classic Bond Girl Now?

The former model and actress left Hollywood and now leads a quieter life with Ringo Starr.

Dolly Parton Trivia graphic

Can You Answer These Trivia Questions About Dolly Parton?

Are you a true Dolly super fan? Take our quiz and find out!

SCTV (SECOND CITY TV), Martin Short (as Ed Grimley), 1976-81

The ‘SCTV’ Sketches That Made Comedy History (& Where to Watch Them)

re to start with the most influential sketch comedy shows of all time.

AnissaJones and Kathy Garver in Family Affair graphic

Kathy Garver Remembers ‘Family Affair’ Child Star Anissa Jones 50 Years After Her Tragic Death (Exclusive)

‘[She was] a beautiful little spirit. She tried so hard to be herself,’ Kathy recalls about her friend and costar.

SCTV (aka SECOND CITY TV), from left: John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Dave thomas, Rick Moranis, 1976-81.

Where Can You Watch the Landmark Sketch Comedy Series ‘SCTV’?

Good news for fans of ‘The Great White North’ and The Queen Haters.

Mike Farrell and Shelley Fabares

Mike Farrell Pens Emotional Tribute to Wife Shelley Fabares After Her Death at 82

He had been married to the ‘Coach’ and ‘Donna Reed Show’ actress since 1984.

THE DORIS DAY SHOW, Todd Starke, Philip Brown, 1968-73.

Whatever Happened to Billy & Toby from ‘The Doris Day Show’?

Doris Day’s on-screen sons disappeared without explanation after Season 3.

CHARLIE'S ANGELS, Farrah Fawcett, 'Consenting Adults', (Season 1, episode 110, aired December 8, 1976), 1976-1981.

Farrah Fawcett to be immortalized With Two Bronze Statues in Texas

The statutes will highlight two of her most iconic poses.

Melissa Gilbert, Hayden Panettiere

Melissa Gilbert Pens Emotional Call to Action After Hayden Panettiere’s Death

‘Enough is enough,’ the ‘Little House on the Prairie’ star declared of the third child actresses death in less than two years.

Richard Burton and Lucille Ball Feud image

Why Richard Burton Hate Working With Lucille Ball on ‘Here’s Lucy’

What happened between the legendary actor and the First Lady of Television?

The Hollies

The Hollies Announces End of an Era After 63 Years

The English pop rock group was founded in 1962.

CHARLIE'S ANGELS, Farrah Fawcett, 1976-81

What Farrah Fawcett Really Thought of Her Iconic Bathing Suit Poster

Go behind the scenes of that infamous poster shot by Bruce McBroom

ZZ Top 1983

Who Is Still Alive From ZZ Top? A Look at the Band’s Long History

Following the death of drummer Frank Beard at 77, only one member of ZZ Top’s famous trio remains.

DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER, Jill St. John, 1971

’60s & ’70s Bond Girls Then & Now: Jane Seymour, Jill St. John, Britt Ekland & More

In honor of Bond girl Jill St. John’s birthday, let’s take a look back at these 007 gals.

TV and Movie Idols We Adored in the ’70s: Farrah Fawcett, John Travolta, Henry Winkler & More

Our obsession hit a peak when it came to the 1970s.

ZZ TOP: THAT LITTLE OL' BAND FROM TEXAS, Frank Beard, 2019. © Abramorama / Courtesy Everett Collection

Frank Beard Dies: Longtime ZZ Top Drummer Was 77

The longtime percussionist appeared on the songs ‘La Grange,’ ‘Sharp Dressed Man,’ and ‘Legs.’