1980s

THE JEFFERSONS, Sherman Hemsley, 1975-85
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5 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Jeffersons’ Star Sherman Hemsley

Did you know he was a big fan of the band YES?

Roger C. Carmel as Star Trek’s Harry Mudd

Whatever Happened to Roger C. Carmel, Harry Mudd From ‘Star Trek’?

Whether he was scamming the Enterprise or trying to turn Batman into a giant postage stamp, he was ALWAYS the master of mischievous charm.

TV Dad collage with Andy Griffith, Charles Ingles and Howard Cunningham

How Well Do You Know These Classic TV Dads From ‘Happy Days,’ ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ & More?

What TV Western did Lorne Greene play a rancher with three sons? Take our quiz and find out!

SPACEBALLS, Rick Moranis, 1987

Why Did Rick Moranis Leave Hollywood? Actor Returns in ‘Spaceballs’ Sequel

He’s been out of the public eye for years, with one tragic exception.

SCARECROW AND MRS. KING, from left: Kate Jackson, Bruce Boxleitner, 1983-87.

‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ Star Bruce Boxleitner Recalls The Time ‘A CIA Agent Tried to Recruit Me’

“And she said, ‘Here’s my card. We have a field office here …'”

FINAL ANALYSIS, Harris Yulin, 1992,

Harris Yulin, Actor in ‘Scarface,’ ‘Ozark’ & ‘Frasier,’ Dies at 87

He also appeared in ’24,’ ‘Ghostbusters II,’ and many more TV shows and movies.

GENERAL HOSPITAL, Chris Robinson, (1980s), 1963-.

Remembering ‘General Hospital’ Star Chris Robinson: His 6 Best Dr. Rick Webber Storylines

The soap legend passed away at age 86.

E.T., (aka E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL), from left: Henry Thomas, E.T., 1982,

5 Fun Facts About ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’

‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ landed into theaters on June 11, 1982, cementing its place as a summer blockbuster with a whopping $359 million box office gross.

Exclusive Scarecrow and Mrs. King cast reunion, Kate Jackson reunites with Bruce Boxleitner, Greg Morton (Jamie King). Credit: Mike Pingel DO NOT STEAL IMAGE, please contact for permission

Kate Jackson Makes Rare Appearance and Teases Potential ‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ Revival (Exclusive Photos)

Plus: where Jackson thinks the characters would be today.

BRIAN WILSON: I JUST WASN'T MADE FOR THESE TIMES, Brian Wilson, 1995

Where to Watch Every Brian Wilson Film and TV Appearance

The Beach Boys co-founder was the subject of multiple docs, a feature-length drama, and appeared on one surprising sitcom.

Knots Landing panel at Hollywood Show June 2025

’Knots Landing’ Reunion: The Younger Stars Who Played Olivia, Diana & Harold Tell All (Mirrors Down Divas!)

Who was the nicest cast member? Who tried to get someone fired? Plus, all about those hidden mirrors, and more!

LOS ANGELES - 1968: Band leader Brian Wilson of the rock and roll band

Brian Wilson, Beach Boys Songwriter and Visionary, Dead at 82

He was a cofounding member of the Beach Boys.

TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH, Chris Robinson, 1964-67

Chris Robinson, ‘General Hospital’ & ‘Bold and the Beautiful’ Actor, Dies at 86

He also starred in the ABC drama ’12 O’Clock High.’

Rocky, Luke Skywalker, Yoda

How Well Do You Remember These Blockbuster Films From the 1980s?

Are you a ‘Die Hard’ 1980s film nut? Take our ’80s movie quiz and find out how well you remember these beloved films.

TVs Best Dads

Fathers’s Day is Coming: Vote For Your Favorite Classic TV Dad!

Plus: we count down 15 of our favorite dads through the decades.

THE WALTONS, Kami Cotler, David W.Harper, Eric Scott, Michael Learned, Ralph Waite, Mary Beth McDonough, etc, 1972-82.

‘The Waltons’ Cast Reunion: Why Were Those Family Dinners the Worst to Film?

One of the actors made a conscious effort to never eat the food.

FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF, Mia Sara, Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, 1986

‘Ferris Bueller’ Star Reveals That Several Bueller Siblings Were Cut From the Film

But you can catch a glimpse of one of them in the film’s original trailer.

Hal Linden from Hollywood Show Barney Miller collage

‘Barney Miller’ Reunion: What Is the One Question Hal Linden Won’t Answer? 

TV legends Hal Linden and Max Gail share their ‘Barney Miller’ memories at the Hollywood Show.

FAMILY TIES, from left: Tina Yothers, Brian Bonsall, Michael Gross, Meredith Baxter, Michael J. Fox, Justine Bateman, 1982-89.

The Cast of ‘Family Ties’ 36 Years Later

The show just celebrated its 35th anniversary of the finale. Find out what the cast of ‘Family Ties’ is up to now, including the famous Michael J. Fox!

THE A-TEAM, from left: Melinda Culea, George Peppard, Mr. T, (Season 2, 1983-84), 1983-87.

Melinda Culea TELLS ALL About Her Exit from ‘The A-Team’

“As the show developed, it became apparent that a girl, any girl, was out of place.”

THE RENEGADES, Patrick Swayze as Bandit, 1983

Before He Was Famous, Patrick Swayze Starred In These Bizarre Commercials

Years before ‘Dirty Dancing,’ the actor showed off his dance move … while wearing roller skates and singing about root beer.

WKRP IN CINCINNATI, from left: Loni Anderson, Howard Hesseman, Gary Sandy, (1979), 1978-82.

Whatever Happened to Gary Sandy From ‘WKRP in Cincinnati’?

When fans ask where he’s been, the actor replies that “I never went away.”

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Tetris, the Nintendo Classic

The fun (and frustrating!) puzzle game was invented 41 years ago — but didn’t reach U.S. gamers until later.

SCARECROW AND MRS. KING, Kate Jackson, Bruce Boxleitner, 1983-87, (c)

4 Things You Never Knew About ‘Scarecrow & Mrs. King’

The actor who played Kate Jackson’s ex-husband had also played her husband a decade earlier.

Luke Skywalker, E.T, Marty McFly, Peter Venkman, Batman, Indiana Jones, Jaws, Ripley

How Well Do You Remember These Classic Summer Blockbusters? Take Our Quiz!

Remember when these movies ruled the summer box office? Take our Ultimate Summer Blockbuster Quiz to test your knowledge.

SCARECROW AND MRS. KING, Bruce Boxleitner, Kate Jackson, 1983 - 1987.

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Scarecrow & Mrs. King’?

The stars will reunite at the Hollywood Show on June 6-7.

UNITED STATES - AUGUST 21: HAPPY DAYS - 8/21/79, Henry Winkler, Donny Most, Marion Ross and Anson Williams and the

Do You Remember the ‘Happy Days’ Cast Softball Team?

The team played over 100 games, all over the world.

Tom Hanks Bossum Buddies with Samantha inset

Who Was Samantha Lewes, Tom Hanks’ First Wife?

Their daughter, E.A. Hanks, has written a book about her tumultuous relationship with her mom.

MIDNIGHT SPECIAL -- Episode 31 -- Pictured: Conway Twitty

7 Surprising Facts About Conway Twitty

How many hits did the country icon have with Loretta Lynn?

STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN, DeForest Kelley, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, 1982,

7 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan’

The film that saved the franchise was released 43 years ago.