1970s

THE STEELER AND THE PITTSBURGH KID, (from left): 'Mean' Joe Greene, Henry Thomas, 1981

The Coca-Cola Super Bowl Ad That Got Turned Into a Movie

The movie featured ‘Mean’ Joe Greene and ‘E.T.’s Henry Thomas.

A lock and chain hangs on a fence at a defunct yacht club on October 20, 2005 in Salton City, California. A controversial plan put forth by the Salton Sea Authority board, the agency that manages the Salton Sea, proposes building up to 200-thousand homes, including some on a former atomic weapons testing site, to help fund restoration of the lake which reportedly faces ecological collapse. Critics fear the shuttered Salton Sea Test Base is polluted with depleted uranium that could threaten the health of future residents, and that such a development boom could eliminate resting and nesting places for the more than 400 species of birds using this important migratory stop-over that the restoration plan is supposed to help

The Wild Super Bowl Ads Where They Actually Shot a Lock on Camera

They did what?!

THE WALTONS, Jon Walmsley, 1972-81.

Whatever Happened to ‘Waltons’ Star Jon Walmsley?

The actor who played Jason Walton turns 70 on February 6, 2026.

Susan Lucci, All My Children star

‘All My Children’ Star Susan Lucci on Looking & Feeling Young at 79

The actress is best known for playing Erica Kane in the long-running soap opera.

Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow Postpones Las Vegas Shows After Cancer Surgery

The iconic singer, 82, recently underwent surgery to remove a cancerous tumor in his lung.

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

Where Can You Watch ‘SCTV’? The Answer is Complicated

Can’t find ‘SCTV’ anywhere? You are not the only one.

GUNSMOKE, from left: Amanda Blake, James Arness, (Season 6, 1960), 1955-1975.

Who Was the Best Classic TV Western Couple? (POLL)

Vote for your favorite!

Susan Dey

Whatever Happened to Susan Dey?

The ‘Patridge Family’ and ‘L.A. Law’ star seemed to suddenly disappear from our TV screens

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy

Your ‘Muppet Show’ Relationships Guide: Meet All the Muppet Couples

These characters found love on the iconic Muppet stage.

THE MUPPET SHOW, Kermit the Frog, 1976-1981.; The Muppets performer Steve Whitmire speaks onstage during the Morning With The Muppets panel discussion at the Vulture Festival at Milk Studios on May 21, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Vulture Festival)

Longtime Voice of Kermit Believes Disney Has Damaged the Muppets

‘That green frog puppet is no Kermit.’

Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night

Chuck Negron Dies: Three Dog Night Lead Singer Was 83

The rock star died on February 2 after a health battle.

THE JEFFERSONS, Paul Benedict, Sherman Hemsley, (Season 7), 1975-85

Remembering Paul Benedict, ‘The Jeffersons’ Harry Bentley

Did you know that George and Weezy’s eccentric neighbor wasn’t actually British?

Ozzy Osbourne and Jack Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne’s Granddaughters Are So Grown Up at Rare Red Carpet Event

Jack Osbourne’s daughters, Pearl and Andy, attended a 2026 Grammys after-party following the award show’s tribute to the late Black Sabbath singer.

Joni Mitchell

Joni Mitchell Looks ‘Stunning’ at 82 at Rare Red Carpet Event

The iconic singer also accepted an award at the 2026 Grammys.

MRS. COLUMBO, Kate Mulgrew, 1979-80.

Why This Forgotten ‘Columbo’ Spinoff Starring Kate Mulgrew Was a Mistake

Columbo frequently mentioned his wife … but were fans actually eager to meet her?

Classic TV Kids Shows & Cartoons Quiz

Do You Remember These Classic Cartoons & Kids TV Shows ?

Test you knowledge of children’s shows from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s.

SANFORD AND SON, Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, 1972-1977

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Sanford and Son’?

Remembering the stars of the groundbreaking series.

Desmond Wilson

Demond Wilson Dies: ‘Sanford and Son’ Star Was 79

Wilson was the ‘son’ of ‘Sanford and Son,’ a hit 1970s sitcom, among many other TV roles.

RICH MAN, POOR MAN, Nick Nolte, Susan Blakely, Peter Strauss, 1976

Who’s Still Alive from the Cast of ‘Rich Man, Poor Man’?

The blockbuster mini-series turns 50 on February 1.

SCTV, clockwise from top left: Joe Flaherty as Guy Caballero, Andrea Martin as Edith Prickley (center), Catherine O'hara as Lola Heatherton, John Candy as Johnny LaRue, Eugene Levy as Bobby Bittman, Martin Short as Ed Grimley, Rick Moranis as Bob MacKenzie, 1976-1981

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘SCTV’?

The legendary sketch show introduced audiences to Catherine O’Hara, Rick Moranis, Eugene Levy, John Candy, more

THE SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN -

‘Bionic Woman’ Reunion: See Lindsay Wagner and Lee Majors Together Again (PHOTOS)

The pair have continued to work together, even though their days as America’s hottest cyborg couple are done.

9-1-1: “Handle with Care” - Harry’s first day as a probie proves to be more challenging than Chimney expects. Meanwhile, Eddie and Hen are called into court over a former patient that brings back some old demons. THURSDAY, JAN. 29 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) MIKE FARRELL, ANGELA BASSETT

‘M*A*S*H’ Star Mike Farrell Returns to TV in ‘9-1-1’ Episode

The actor returns to the small screen opposite Angela Bassett.

THE INCREDIBLES, Mr. Incredible, 2004, (c) Walt Disney/courtesy Everett Collection; CLUELESS, Alicia Silverstone, 1995, (c) Paramount/courtesy Everett Collection; THE THING, Kurt Russell, 1982, (c) Universal/courtesy Everett Collection

Turner Classic Movies to Showcase New Additions to 2025 National Film Registry

Among the films are ‘Clueless,’ ‘The Karate Kid,’ ‘The Thing,’ and ‘The Incredibles.’

MASH, Alan Alda

‘M*A*S*H’ Star Alan Alda Celebrates 90th Birthday in Rare Photos

The actor played Hawkeye Pierce in the long-running sitcom.

HAPPY DAYS, Donnie Most, Henry Winkler, Anson Williams, Ron Howard

How ‘Happy Days’ Helped ‘Save More Lives Than Any Other Program in History’

Anson Williams explained the connection between the beloved sitcom and Heimlich maneuver.

HEE HAW, Roy Clark, Barbi Benton, 1969-1993

Whatever Happened To ‘Hee Haw’ Star Barbi Benton?

The singer, actress and model turns 76 today.

BEVERLY HILLS COP, Eddie Murphy, Lisa Eilbacher, 1984

Whatever Happened to ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Star Lisa Eilbacher?

She was a constant presence on TV and at cinemas in the ’70s and ’80s … and then, she disappeared from the public eye.

Fred Rogers in MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD

Lady Gaga Covers Mister Rogers’ Song Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’

The pop superstar honored the late ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ star for a Super Bowl commercial.

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley’s Fiancée Ginger Alden Marks Engagement Anniversary With Intimate Photos

The couple was still engaged when Elvis died suddenly at 42 in 1977.

How Well Do You Remember ‘Laverne & Shirley?’

Test your knowledge of the classic comedy as it turns 50!