1980s

Jeff Probst attends First Look: 'Survivor 50' and Award Presentation To Jeff Probst during the 14th SCAD TVfest on February 04, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images for SCAD); Courtesy of Jeff Probst/YouTube

‘Survivor’s Jeff Probst Shares Unrecognizable Throwback Photo

The reality TV host used an ’80s throwback pic on the release of song, ‘Survivor 50 Come and Get It.’

CLASS ACT, Christopher Reid, 1992. © Warner Bros. / courtesy Everett Collection

Kid ’n Play Star Christopher Reid Reveals He Had Life-Saving Heart Transplant

The classic hip-hop star urges fans to get checked out.

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.

ANYTHING BUT LOVE, Richard Lewis, Jamie Lee Curtis

‘Anything But Love’: Jamie Lee Curtis Reveals How Richard Lewis Helped Sobriety Journey

The actress, 67, just celebrated 27 years of sobriety.

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.

Keke Palmer in Peacock's 'The Burbs'/Tom Hanks in 1989's 'The Burbs'

‘The ‘Burbs’: Keke Palmer & Team Tease Modernized Take on Cult Classic

The macabre movie from 1989 was the perfect candidate for Peacock’s modern makeover.

The Brady Brides Ron Kuhlman, Eve Plumb, Jerry Houser, Maureen McCormick, 1981

When the The Brady Bunch Cast Reunited One Last Time for ‘The Brady Brides’

45 years ago, the Bradys got together for a wedding — and a spinoff.

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.’

SPLASH, Daryl Hannah, 1984. © Buena Vista / Courtesy Everett Collection

Whatever Happened to ‘Splash’ Star Daryl Hannah?

Find out what happened to the actress, who will soon be portrayed in Ryan Murphy’s ‘Love Story.’

Hey Dude

‘Hey Dude’ Cast Reunites: Kelly Brown Details ‘Emotional’ Set Visit 35 Years Later

The beloved show aired for five seasons from 1989 to 1991 on Nickelodeon.

Glenn Medeiros

’80s Pop Star Glenn Medeiros Is Unrecognizable in New Video 40 Years Later

The singer is best known for his 1987 cover of “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You.”

THE FACTS OF LIFE, (from left): Lisa Whelchel, Mindy Cohn, Charlotte Rae, Kim Fields, Nancy McKeon, 1979-88.

Here’s Why Charlotte Rae Walked Away From ‘The Facts of Life’

She was offered a large salary increase to stay, but refused.

THE GAMBLER, (aka KENNY ROGERS AS THE GAMBLER), Kenny Rogers, 1980.

How Kenny Rogers Went From Singing ‘The Gambler’ to Playing Him on TV

The singer became an unlikely TV sensation when he starred in five movies based on his hit song.

THE BREAKFAST CLUB

‘The Breakfast Club’ Remake: Molly Ringwald Discusses Possibility

The actress played Claire Standish in the coming-of-age film created and directed by John Hughes.

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.

THE WONDER YEARS, Fred Savage Danica McKellar

Danica McKellar Celebrates ‘The Wonder Years’ Anniversary With Throwback Photos

The actress who played Winnie Cooper shared old snaps alongside Fred Savage as Kevin Arnold.

Catherine O'Hara attends the Los Angeles Premiere of

Catherine O’Hara Remembered by Macaulay Culkin, Pedro Pascal, Seth Rogen & More in Tributes

Fans and friends pay tribute to the actress.

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 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.’

FAMILY TIES, Marc Price, 1982-89

Whatever Happened to Marc Price, ‘Family Tie’s’ Skippy?

He’s touring the US right now.

Miracle The Boys of '80, Netflix

U.S. Olympic Hockey Legend Reveals How He Almost Missed 1980 ‘Miracle on Ice’

In a new Netflix doc, Team USA members look back at what really happened during their miracle moment.

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.

Bob Ross

Bob Ross Paintings Raise Over $1 Million for Public TV After Funding Cuts

One piece alone by the ‘Joy of Painting’ star sold for a whopping $787,900.

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.

MIKE HAMMER: PRIVATE EYE, Stacy Keach, 1984-87

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer’?

The show, which starred Stacy Keach as the titular detective, premiered on January 28, 1984.

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.