1980s

ALL IN THE FAMILY, (from left): Jean Stapleton, Rob Reiner, Carroll O'Connor, Sally Struthers, 1971-79

Who Is Still Alive From ‘All in the Family?’

Rob Reiner would have celebrated his 79th birthday on March 6.

Andy Gibb performs during a concert in his Shadow Dancing tour.

Andy Gibb Didn’t Live in the Bee Gees’ Shadow: The Rise of a Pop Star Gone Too Soon

The teen heartthrob was the Bee-Gees younger brother that wanted to be our everything.

FULL HOUSE, Candace Cameron Bure and Jodie Sweetin

‘Full House’: Jodie Sweetin Talks Candace Cameron Bure’s Political Views

Today, the former on-screen sisters are on completely opposite ends of the political spectrum.

Billy Idol, around 1986.

Billy Idol Reveals Unhinged Way He Quit Heroin in Bill Maher Chat

The rock icon made his drug confession on the ‘Real Time’ host’s podcast.

EXIT IN RED, Annabel Schofield, 1996. ph:

Annabel Schofield Dies: ‘Dallas’ Actress & Model Was 62

Her death came after a serious health battle.

HUNTER, (from left): Fred Dryer, Stepfanie Kramer, 1984-91. © Stephen J. Cannell Prod. / Courtesy: Everett Collection

Why Did Stepfanie Kramer Leave TV’s ‘Hunter’?

Along with acting, Stepfanie had dreams of making music.

Danny Pintauro from Who's the Boss and Cujo now & then picture collage

Danny Pintauro Tells All About ‘Who’s The Boss’ Ending, ‘As the World Turns’ & ‘Cujo’

The former child actor opens up about his first acting gigs, his most memorable moments, and what he’s doing now.

Pretty in Pink Andrew McCarthy, Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, 1986

Why ‘Pretty in Pink’s Original Ending Got Booed

A deep dive into the original ending and how the reshoot helped turn the ’80s film into a classic.

MATLOCK, Brynn Thayer, Andy Griffith, (Seasons 2 through 6), 1985-1996

Whatever Happened to ‘Matlock’s Brynn Thayer?

She played Ben Matlock’s daughter.

Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey, Beaches

Bette Midler & Barbara Hershey Reunite Almost 40 Years After ‘Beaches’

The actresses played best friends C.C. Bloom and Hillary Whitney Essex in the tearjerker 1988 film.

V: THE FINAL BATTLE, from left: Michael Durrell, Blair Tefkin, (aired May 6-8, 1984)

Whatever Happened to ‘Matlock’s Michael Durrell?

He played District Attorney Lloyd Burgess.

Crispin Glover

‘Back to the Future’ Star Crispin Glover Sued for Battery & Fraud

The ‘Charlie’s Angels’ actor has denied all of the ‘baseless allegations.’

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’? You are not the only one. But Canadians will soon be pretty happy.

Bobby Carradine at Midsouth Nostalgia show

Robert Carradine on the Time John Wayne ‘Reduced Me to Tears’ On Set

In June 2025, the actor reflected on his career beginnings.

Paul McCartney with current and former wives

All About Paul McCartney’s Wife Nancy, Linda Eastman Marriage and Exes

His late wife is featured in his new documentary.

Reading Rainbow, Mychal the Librarian, Episode 3

Sony Orders 24 Episodes of ‘Reading Rainbow’ Reboot

Kids will get more chances to hang with Mychal the Librarian.

Marla Gibbs in The Jeffersons

‘The Jeffersons’: Marla Gibbs, 94, Details Surviving Aneurysm & Stroke

The actress memorably played the family’s sassy maid, Florence Johnston, in the CBS sitcom.

David Froman/ Andy Griffith

Remembering David Froman, ‘Matlock’s Lieutenant Bob Brooks

He appeared on eight seasons of the show.

Daniel Davis in Star Trek: The Next Generation, Elementary, Dear Data; Donal Finn in Young Sherlock; Andrew Scott in Sherlock; Sharon Duncan-Brewster in Enola Holmes 2

8 Best TV Versions of Moriarty, Ranked

Which version of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s criminal mastermind was the best?

MATLOCK, (from left): Julie Sommars, Andy Griffith, 1986-95

Whatever Happened to Julie Sommars, ‘Matlock’s Julie March?

Long before she was helping Ben Matlock, she won a Golden Globe.

FALL GUY, Heather Thomas, Lee Majors, 1981-1986

Whatever Happened to ‘The Fall Guy’ Star Heather Thomas?

She starred alongside Lee Majors in the hit ’80s series … but concerns about personal safety made her leave Hollywood behind.

Steve Perry of Journey performing at the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois, May 21, 1982

Steve Perry Speaks Out on Journey 2026 Reunion Rumors

The legendary singer responded to rumors that he will join his former band on their upcoming farewell tour.

JUST ONE OF THE GUYS, Billy Jacoby, Clayton Rohner, Joyce Hyser, William Zabka, Steve Basil, 1985

Whatever Happened to ‘Just One of The Guys’ Star Joyce Hyser?

She now describes herself as a “recovering actor.”

MATLOCK, Clarence Gilyard Jr., 1986-1995

Remembering Clarence Gilyard Jr., ‘Matlock’s Conrad McMasters

He also had star turns in ‘Walker, Texas Ranger,’ ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Die Hard.’

Burt Lancaster, Liz Taylor, winners of Best Actor and Actress Awards, holding their Oscars. Also with them is Shirley Jones, winner of the Best Supporting Actress Oscar. (Original Caption) 4/1961- Los Angeles, CA:

TCM’s ’31 Days of Oscar’ 2026: How to Watch Without Cable

Cable-cutters can access a selection of the channel’s programming online.

MATLOCK, Nancy Stafford, 1980s, 1986-1995

Whatever Happened to Nancy Stafford, ‘Matlock’s Michelle Thomas?

As the show nears its 40th anniversary, where is the actress who played Ben Matlock’s young lawyer?

A DIFFERENT WORLD, from left: Jesse Jackson, Glynn Turman, Kadeem Hardison, 'Citizen Wayne,' (season 2, episode 21, aired April 27, 1989), 1987-1993, © NBC/courtesy Everett Collection

7 Most Memorable Jesse Jackson TV Moments

A look back at pop culture moments in which the Reverend made a mark.

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’ Joins MeTV Lineup

The iconic series returns to broadcast TV.

Tom Noonan

Tom Noonan Dies: ‘RoboCop’ Star Was 74

In addition to ‘RoboCop 2,’ the actor was known for his roles in ‘Synecdoche, New York’ and ‘Last Action Hero.’

Styx, (l-r): Tommy Shaw, James Young, Dennis DeYoung, Chuck Panozzo, ca. 1980s

Whatever Happened to Styx Vocalist Dennis DeYoung?

The singer turns 79 on February 18.