1970s

The Gong Show Chuck Barris, 1976-1980

10 Future Stars Who Appeared on ‘The Gong Show’ Before They Were Famous

Here’s a look back at the surprising performers who got early TV exposure on the wild talent show.

Heather Menzies-Urich; 20th Century Fox Film Corp./Everett Collection; Michael Tullberg/Getty Images

Whatever Happened to ‘The Sound of Music’ & ‘Logan’s Run’ Star Heather Menzies?

Best known for her role as Louisa Von Trapp, she had a diverse acting career.

American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois

Why These 20-Foot Giants Are Among Route 66’s Most Beloved Attractions

As Route 66 turns 100, Americans are hitting the road to rediscover these iconic giants.

Salvage 1, Joel Higgins, Andy Griffith, Trish Stewart, 1979, ©ABC/Courtesy: Everett Collection

Whatever Happened to Andy Griffith’s Space Series ‘Salvage 1’?

ABC was so eager to have ‘Salvage 1’ go away that four episodes remained unaired for more than a decade.

Lorenzo Lamas

How Lorenzo Lamas Stole His Role in ‘Grease’ From a U.S. President’s Son

‘I just wanted to die right there,’ Lamas recalls.

How Well Do You Remember These 1970s Classic Films?

Step back into 1970s cinema with this ultimate movie quiz!

VEGA$, (aka VEGAS), Robert Urich, 1978-81.

Who’s Still Alive From Vega$? Why the Robert Urich Series Ended

Only a few of the stars are still alive.

POIROT, Philip Jackson, David Suchet, 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd,' (aired Jan. 2, 2000), 1989-2002. photo: Stephen Morley/ © BBC/courtesy Everett Collection; DEATH ON THE NILE, Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot, 2020. © 20th Century Studios / Courtesy Everett Collection; SPICE WORLD, Hugh Laurie as Hercule Poirot, 1997, © Columbia/courtesy Everett Collection; THE ABC MURDERS (Episode 1) John Malkovich as Hercule Poirot

Every Major Actor to Play Hercule Poirot Before New BBC Reboot, Ranked

A look at the best famous faces to play the world’s most famous detective.

BOWZER!, Jon Bauman, 1981

Sha Na Na’s Bowzer Shares the Little-Known Story of How He Joined the Band

Jon Bauman has been performing as the iconic character for 57 years.

Mary Tyler Moore

James L. Brooks Reveals What Surprised Him the Most About Working With Mary Tyler Moore

‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ co-creator also made a confession about the sitcom’s finale.

Danny Bonaduce, Michael Jackson

‘Partridge Family’ Star Danny Bonaduce Recalls Going to School With Michael Jackson

The actor played Danny Partridge, the red-headed middle brother, in the musical sitcom.

GURNEE, IL - MAY 24: Signage lies near the entrance to Six Flags Great America May 24, 2005 in Gurnee, Illinois. Looking to protect park visitors, Six Flags now has information printed on the back of their season passes regarding sex offenders' rights on visiting their parks. On the current season pass, Six Flags has wording stating it reserves the right to deny admission of anyone convicted of a sex crime or anyone required to be registered as a sex offender. The policy is included on season passes to all its 30 parks nationwide

History of Great America & Which Parks Are Still Open Today?

One park never got built.

How This T-Bird’s Line Flub Ended Up in the Final Cut of ‘Grease’

T-Bird Barry Pearl shares a behind-the-scenes story about the ‘Summer Nights’ scene.

Alan Alda in M*A*S*H*

Alan Alda Reveals Unexpected Way ‘M*A*S*H’ Role Impacted Fans’ Lives

The actor, 90, played Captain Benjamin Franklin ‘Hawkeye’ Pierce in the series.

THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, Andy Griffith, 1960-68

Why Andy Griffith Struggled to Find Another Hit After Mayberry

After a few years away from primetime, he realized that leaving his show might have been a mistake.

Jaws, Jeffrey Voorhees as Alex, 1975

‘Jaws’ Star Had No Idea He Was Filming an Iconic Scene

‘I didn’t know I was going to die. I didn’t even know the name of the movie.’

Mackenzie-Phillips

MacKenzie Phillips Reveals Why Acting Is No Longer Her Focus

She talks about life after Hollywood, ‘Orange is the New Black,’ and why ‘One Day at a Time’ was so important to fans.

END OF THE CENTURY: THE STORY OF THE RAMONES, The Ramones, from left: Marky Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone, Joey Ramone, Johnny Ramone, 2003,

Who Is Still Alive From the Ramones?

Sadly, all four original members have died.

THE PARTRIDGE FAMILY

‘Partridge Family’ Star Danny Bonaduce Offers Rare Susan Dey & Shirley Jones Updates

He played the redheaded middle son, Danny Partridge, in the beloved ’70s sitcom.

DAZED AND CONFUSED, US poster art, from left: Milla Jovovich, Rory Cochrane, Jason London, Sasha Jenson, 1993,

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Dazed and Confused’?

The movie’s setting took place 50 years ago today.

ST. ELSEWHERE, William Daniels, Ed Begley, Jr., Mark Harmon, Ed Flanders, 1982-1988

How Well Do You Know These Classic TV Doctors?

Think you remember what show Dr. Peter Burns was on? Find Out With Our Quiz!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 01: Willa Dunn attends the New York Special Screening of

‘Little House on the Prairie’ Reboot Casts Willa Dunn as Nellie Oleson for Season 2

Season 1 will premiere on July 9.

ROCK 'N' ROLL HIGH SCHOOL, from left: Johnny Ramone, Marky Ramone, P.J. Soles, Joey Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone, 1979

Who Is Still Alive from ’70s Cult Film ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll High School’?

One star went on to host the World Poker Tour.

The Blue Whale in Catoosa, Oklahoma, Route 66, September 2020

Route 66’s Famous Blue Whale Gets Massive Makeover for 100th Anniversary

The Catoosa, Oklahoma, beloved blue landmark gets an update.

Los Angeles - MAY 1980: Members of Commodores poses for a portrait inLos Angeles, California.

Who Is Still Alive From the Commodores?

Find out who is in the current tour lineup and who has since passed away.

Photo of Sha Na Na

Whatever Happened to Doo-Wop Revival Group Sha Na Na?

They were at Woodstock and in the movie ‘Grease.’

Underrated classic movie Cowboys collage with Clint Walker, Hugh O'Brian and Barbara Stanwyck collage

14 Underrated Classic TV Cowboys (and Cowgirls) That Still Stand Tall

The lasting legacy of these actors changed the genre.

Brady Bunch actress Eve Plumb what she looked like then and in 2026

‘Brady Bunch’ Star Eve Plumb Reveals Her Favorite Episode & Which Cast Members She Still Talks To

American’s favorite middle child talks about all things Brady and her new book.

Dr. Hook

Dennis Locorriere Dies: Dr. Hook Frontman Was 76

The lead singer of the country-rock group died after a lengthy health battle.

THE ODD COUPLE, Tony Randall, Jack Klugman, 1970-1975

Who’s Still Alive From ‘The Odd Couple’?

One of its stars died 22 years ago today.