1980s

LEGEND, British poster, from left: Mia Sara, Tom Cruise, Tim Curry, 1985.

Where Is the Cast of ‘Legend’ Now?

The movie’s 40th anniversary is this year.

YOU'RE IN THE PICTURE, Jackie Gleason

What Are the Worst Game Shows of All Time?

Which competition shows set the lowest bar in TV history? These examples would be hard to beat.

British pop group The Animals. From left to right: Alan Price, Eric Burdon, Chas Chandler (behind), John Steel, and Hilton Valentine.

Who’s Still Alive From the Original Lineup of the Animals?

Led by Eric Burdon, there are currently two variations of the once popular ’60s group.

BAYWATCH, Erika Eleniak

Erika Eleniak Reprising Her ‘Baywatch’ Role in Upcoming Reboot

David Chokachi is also reprising his role in the upcoming Fox series.

AIRPLANE!, Kareem Abdul-jabbar, 1980.

Whatever Happened to Basketball Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?

He’s been working in entertainment since the 1970s, often appearing as himself.

'Michael' movie from Lionsgate

‘Michael’: See the Michael Jackson Biopic Cast vs. Their Real-Life Counterparts

How well do the actors match the real people they’re playing?

Heather Locklear, Lorenza Lamas

Lorenzo Lamas Confirms Heather Locklear Relationship

The ‘Melrose Place’ and ‘Falcon Crest’ actors, who rose to fame in the ’80s and ’90s, are officially dating.

Laurie Metcalf in Toy Story 3, Monster, and Big Bang Theory

Laurie Metcalf’s Moms in TV & Film Ranked By Parenting Skills

From Mary Cooper to Augusta Gein, the beloved actress has played every type of momma.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 18: Jo Marie Payton attends the She The People ATL special screening on May 18, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Derek White/Getty Images for Netflix)

‘Family Matters’ Star Jo Marie Payton Reveals She’s Recovering from Health Scare

‘Slow and steady wins the race,’ wrote the actress an an optimistic social post.

Modern Family Ed O'Neill, 'The Bicycle Thief', (Season 1, aired Sept. 30, 2009), 2009-.

What Is Actor Ed O’Neill Up To Now?

He was on two iconic TV shows.

Collector's Call episode with Bob Boden, game show collector, yodely guy from Price Is Right

MeTV’s Collectors Call Season 7 Starts With Some Game Show History (Exclusive)

Bob Boden has worked behind the scenes of the most popular game shows in history, and shares his collection of over 10,000 items.

NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 28: Hip hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa speaks during a press conference to announce the launch of The Smithsonian's

Hip-Hop Pioneer Afrika Bambaataa Dead at 67

The musician was best known for his highly-influential 1982 track ‘Planet Rock.’

90s Boy Band Ultimate Trivia Quiz graphic with Back Street Boys

How Well Do You Know Boy Band of the ’80s & ’90s?

Do you remember who sang what? Time to test your boy band memory with our quiz!

DESIGNING WOMEN, Annie Potts, Jean Smart, Dixie Carter, Delta Burke, 1986-1993

Where Is the Cast of ‘Designing Women’ Now?

One of the stars is back with another season of ‘Hacks.’

THE PRICE IS RIGHT, Dian Parkinson, (1988 photo, on show from 1975-1993), 1972-.

Why Did ‘The Price Is Right’s Dian Parkinson Suddenly Vanish from TV?

A look at why the game show spokesperson suddenly disappeared.

THE FOG, Adrienne Barbeau, 1980.

Adrienne Barbeau Reveals How Romance With John Carpenter Helped Land ‘The Fog’ Role (Exclusive)

The Scream Queen talks about her legacy.

Full House, Candace Cameron Bure

Candace Cameron Bure Turns 50 & ‘Full House’ Fans Are in Disbelief

The former child actress who played DJ Tanner marked the major milestone on social media.

THE GOLDEN GIRLS, Estelle Getty, Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, Betty White, 'Not Another Monday' (Season 5, aired Nov. 11, 1989), 1985-1992

‘The Golden Girls’: Why the Underdog Comedy Is Still a TV Classic

And why you should be watching it on MeTV.

THE SMURFS, (1981), 1981-90.

11 Iconic ’80s Cartoons and Their Toys — Which Came First?

What came first, the toy or the toon?

FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, Matthew Broderick

‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’: Surprising Sitcom Star Almost Played the Lead

Matthew Broderick ultimately played the titular character — but the 1986 classic could have looked very different.

Heavenly TV shows and movies Quiz with Highway to Heaven image

How Well Do You Know Heaven-Themed TV Shows & Movies?

From ‘Highway to Heaven’ to ‘The Ten Commandments’ do you know these angels and Biblical figures? Take our quiz and find out!

Lisa Whelchel and Debbie Reynolds Fat Farm graphic

When Debbie Reynolds and Lisa Whelchel Met in the Most Unlikely of Places

Lisa shares her story of meeting a Hollywood icon.

Geoffrey Owens in The Pitt, HBO; THE COSBY SHOW, Geoffrey Owens, Sabrina Le Beauf, NBC-TV, 1984-1992. (c) Carsey-Werner/ Courtesy: Everett Collection.

Why Does Dr. Clay Barrett From ‘The Pitt’ Look Familiar?

He was once a thorn in the side of Claire Huxtable.

STAR TREK, Leonard Nimoy, 1966-69.

How ‘Star Trek’ Fans Try to Save Spock Before ‘Wrath of Khan’ — The Wild 1981 Campaign Explained

Fans tried to take matters into their own hands.

Bob Barker during 'The Price is Right' 34th Season Premiere

‘The Price Is Right’: Bob Barker’s Rep Speaks Out About Shocking Claims in ‘Dirty Rotten Scandals’

Late ‘The Price Is Right’ host has been accused of harassment and much more in E! documentary.

VALERIE, (aka THE HOGAN FAMILY, aka VALERIE'S FAMILY), Valerie Harper, 1986-1991. ph: Mario Casilli / TV Guide / ©Lorimar/courtesy Everett Collection;VALERIE, (aka THE HOGAN FAMILY, aka VALERIE'S FAMILY), Sandy Duncan, 1986-1991. ph: Bonnie Schiffman / TV Guide /© NBC /Courtesy Everett Collection

Why Did ‘Valerie’ Become ‘The Hogan Family’? Inside the Legal Battle That Changed the Show

The messy story behind the primetime family sitcom.

MATLOCK, (from left): Kene Holliday, Andy Griffith, Linda Purl, (1986), 1986-96

Why Did Linda Purl Left ‘Matlock’ After Just 1 Season?

‘Do I stay on and enjoy my nice, comfortable job, or do I quit and look for something more challenging?’

CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 26: James Tolkan (Principal Strickland) attends the 25th anniversary screening of

James Tolkan Dies: ‘Back to the Future’ and ‘Top Gun’ Actor was 94

The actor was also in the original production of ‘Glengarry Glen Ross.’

THE TODAY SHOW, Gene Shalit, ca. 1990s

Where Is ‘Today’ Icon Gene Shalit Now at 100? Al Roker Shares an Update

Al Roker gave an update on the former host on the NBC morning show.

Jackie, Ethel, Joan: The Women Of Camelot

Jill Hennessy Says Playing Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Was ‘Daunting’

“It was so traumatic,” Hennessy says, of shooting the scene on Air Force One when Johnson was sworn in.