1980s

NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION, Johnny Galecki, Beverly D'Angelo, Chevy Chase, Juliette Lewis, 1989

Is the Jelly of the Month Club from ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ Real?

He just wanted a Christmas bonus!

Gil Gerard, Erin Gray in 'Buck Rogers in teh 25th Century'

Erin Gray Breaks Silence on ‘Buck Rogers’ Costar Gil Gerard’s Death

The actress starred in the sci-fi series with the beloved actor from 1979 to 1981.

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton’s Rare Photo With Sister Rachel Has Fans Seeing Double

The Queen of Country, 79, had a total of 11 siblings.

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRARIE, Melissa Gilbert, Alison Arngrim

‘Little House on the Prairie’: Alison Arngrim Shares Honest First Impression of Melissa Gilbert

Nellie Oleson and Laura Ingalls Wilder constantly butted heads — but how did the actresses get along behind the scenes?

TWILIGHT ZONE, 1959-64, 'The Masks', Season 5

Why Does ‘The Twilight Zone’ Marathon Play on New Year’s?

How did Rod Serling’s timeless TV show become intertwined with the holiday season?

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, Michael Landon and Karen Grassle

‘Little House on the Prairie’: Karen Grassle Makes Bold Confession About Michael Landon Tension

The actress who played Caroline “Ma” Ingalls notoriously butted heads with her on-screen husband.

NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION, Chevy Chase, 1989, (c) Warner Brothers/courtesy Everett Collection

How Much Would It Cost to Light Up the Griswold Home in ‘Christmas Vacation’? Fans Did the Math

The cost of lights alone is staggering.

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Cabbage Patch Kids at the launch of Dream Toys 2012 at St Mary's Church on October 31, 2012 in London, England

6 Toys That ’80s Kids Had to Have For Christmas

How many of these were on your Christmas list?

GREMLINS, 1984, (c)Warner Bros./courtesy Everett Collection; HOME ALONE 2: LOST IN NEW YORK, Macaulay Culkin, 1992; LOVE ACTUALLY, Emma Thompson;

How Much Was That Red Ryder BB Gun? Find Out the Costs of These Iconic Christmas Gifts

Remember the day when you could bring home a mogwai for only $200?

A DIFFERENT WORLD, clockwise from back left: Dawnn Lewis, Glynn Turman, Cory Tyler, Kadeem Hardison, Lou Myers, Darryl M. Bell, Cree Summer, Jasmine Guy, Charnele Brown, Jada Pinkett Smith, (1991), 1987-1993. ph: Gary Null/ ©NBC / Courtesy Everett Collection

‘A Different World’ Spinoff: Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison & More To Reprise Original Roles

The series follows Deborah, daughter of Dwayne and Whitney, as she starts at Hillman College.

A Very Eighties Christmas_XMAS EVE

How to Watch NewsNation’s ‘A Very Eighties Christmas’ Special

The documentary will premiere on YouTube before airing on the channel on December 24.

THE SIMPSONS, Homer Simpson, Bart Simpson, (1990), 1989-.

What Critics Really Said When ‘The Simpsons’ First Aired

When the show premiered 36 years ago today, no one guessed how successful it would become.

Kelly LeBrock and Anthony Michael Hall in 'Weird Science'

‘Weird Science’ Star Kelly LeBrock Shares Rare Update After Leaving Hollywood

The actress traded fame for a reclusive life on a ranch 20 years ago.

Gil Gerard in 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century'

Gil Gerard Dead at 82 as Tributes Pour in for ‘Buck Rogers’ Star

The actor portrayed the titular character in ‘Buck Rogers in the 25th Century’ from 1979 to 1981.

BUCK ROGERS IN THE 25TH CENTURY, Gil Gerard, 1979-81.

Whatever Happened to Gil Gerard From ‘Buck Rogers in the 25th Century?’

Besides beating space enemies, along with addiction, he has been a little under the radar.

HAPPY'S PLACE --

See ‘Taxi’s Christopher Lloyd & Carol Kane Reunite on ‘Happy’s Place’

The former costars guest as married couple Clive and Theresa.

Rob Reiner (left) and Carl Reiner (circa 2010s).

Why Rob Reiner Said He and Father Carl Lived ‘Totally Separate Lives’

The father and son were each among the greatest comedic voices of their generations. But they kept their professional lives apart.

Remembering Rob Reiner Movie and Tv Career Quiz graphic with pictured as

How Much Do You Know About Rob Reiner’s Life and Career?

Test your knowledge of Reiner’s acting and directing achievements with our quiz.

'The Princess Bride' Cary Elwes, Robin Wright

‘The Princess Bride’: Rob Reiner Revealed Least Favorite Scene

‘It really bothers me,’ the iconic director confessed in a resurfaced clip following his death.

SEINFELD, Michael Richards, Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jason Alexander

Jerry Seinfeld Details How Rob Reiner Saved ‘Seinfeld’ From Cancellation

The comedian shared the story in a heartfelt tribute to the late director after his shocking death.

Joe Ely

Country Icon Joe Ely Dead at 78 as Tributes Pour In

The Texas singer-songwriter fought multiple health battles leading up to his death.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE, Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, 1987.

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘The Princess Bride’?

Rob Reiner’s fourth directorial effort was a sleeper hit.

Rob Reiner attends the

Rob Reiner Optioned This Stephen King Book For $1 & It Changed His Career

How King helped the legendary filmmaker move into genre filmmaking.

GENERAL HOSPITAL, Anthony Geary, Genie Francis, in the wedding episode, 11/16-17/81.

Luke Spencer’s 5 Most Memorable Moments on ‘General Hospital’

Anthony Geary, who played the character for more than three decades, passed away on December 14, 2025.

Rob Reiner, John Cusack in 'The Sure Thing,' Madeline Carroll in 'Flipped,' and Nick Robinson in 'Being Charlie'

7 Underrated Rob Reiner Films

A look at Reiner’s filmography — including its deep cuts.

Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner Issued an Unsettling Warning Just Months Before His Death

The ‘Princess Bride’ and ‘When Harry Met Sally’ director made a chilling prediction in September.

Rob Reiner Tributes Pour In After Hollywood Legend & Wife Are Killed

‘All in the Family’ star and wife Michele were found stabbed to death at their home.

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?’

The show changed network sitcoms forever.

Clue Lesley Ann Warren, Martin Mull, Madeline Kahn, Michael McKean, Tim Curry, Christopher Lloyd, Eileen Brennan, 1985

Whatever Happened to the Cast of ‘Clue’?

It has been 40 years since the cult classic premiered.

LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE, Alison Arngrim, Steve Tracy,

‘Little House on the Prairie’: Alison Arngrim Makes Bold Confession on Age Gaps in Show

As a teenager, her character married a man played by an actor who was 10 years older.