1980s

Ann Jillian It's a Living

Whatever Happened to Ann Jillian, Star of ‘It’s a Living’ and ‘Jennifer Slept Here’?

She was everywhere in the ’80s. But where is she now?

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 07: 2017 Inductee Jeff Lynne (L) of ELO performs onstage at the 32nd Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony at Barclays Center on April 7, 2017 in New York City. The event will broadcast on HBO Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 8:00 pm ET/PT

Jeff Lynne of ELO Releases First Health Update Since Canceling Farewell Tour

“I was absolutely gutted,” the classic rock legend wrote.

GUNSMOKE, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Dennis Weaver, 1955-1975

Remembering Amanda Blake, Miss Kitty From ‘Gunsmoke’

She was more than just the star of over 500 episodes of the show — she was also a dedicated activist who passed too soon.

Dion now and then

Happy Birthday Dion! Where is the 1950s Doo-Wop Singer Now at Age 86?

The ‘Runaround Sue’ and ‘A Teenager in Love’ singer is still cranking out the tunes and a new book.

Tinkerbell Disneyland Secrets graphic

Rare Disneyland Secrets Shared: Visitors Dumped Their Loved One’s Ashes in the Haunted Cemetery?

“Originally we were working based on the idea that people would come once.” How wrong were they?!

KICKIN IT OLD SKOOL, David Hasselhoff, 2007

5 Things You Never Knew About David Hasselhoff for His 73rd Birthday

A sea creature is nicknamed after him.

Kassie and James DePaiva - 'One Life to Live'

Kassie DePaiva Details Meeting Her Husband on ‘One Life to Live’ Set (Exclusive)

Plus: why she “felt like I understood Blair from the beginning.”

Fred Berry, What's Happening, Credit: Everett Collection

The Foolish Reason Fred Berry From ‘What’s Happening!!’ Was Fired From the Spinoff

His character, Rerun, was beloved by fans … so why did he leave ‘What’s Happening Now!!’ so soon?

THREE'S A CROWD, from left: Robert Mandan, Mary Cadorette, John Ritter, (1984), 1984-1985, ph: Mario Casilli / TV Guide / ©ABC/courtesy Everett Collection

5 Reasons Why ‘Three’s a Crowd’ Flopped Big Time

How did Mr. T factor into this show’s failure?

SUPERMAN, Margot Kidder, Christopher Reeve, 1978

9 Best Superman & Lois Lane Onscreen Performances, Ranked

How does Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder ‘Clois’ compare to others?

PERFECT STRANGERS, Bronson Pinchot, Mark Linn-Baker, ABC-TV, 1986-93

These ’80s Sitcom Stars Surprised Fans By Bringing Back Their Iconic Characters

Plus: are they still acting?

FAMILY TIES, Tracy Pollan, Michael J. Fox, 'The Real Thing, Part I', (Season 4, aired September 24, 1985), 1982-89,

Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan Celebrate 37th Anniversary With Beach Vacation (PHOTOS)

“Happy Anniversary, I love you forever.”

DALLAS, (from left): Ken Kercheval, John Beck (photograph in newspaper), Deborah Shelton, (Season 8), 1978-91.

Was Cliff Barnes the Worst Character on ‘Dallas’? Vote for Your Favorite Villain

Pick the biggest troublemaker in Southfork.

Recaptured 80s Kerry

An ’80s Mega-Collector Lets Us Peek Into His Treasures (And Yes, He Has Mr. T Cereal)

We talked with Kerry from Recaptured80s about his amazing collection … and how much a pack of vintage Bubble Yum gum will set you back.

HARRISON FORD, c. late 1980s-early 1990s

Happy Birthday Harrison Ford! What Are His Best Movie Roles? (Photos)

Celebrate one of the greatest actors of all time with a photo gallery of some of his most iconic roles for his 83rd birthday.

Martha Quinn, Alan Hunter, (MTV VJs) covering Live Aid, Philadelphia, PA, 1985

Live Aid Quiz: Do You Remember What Band Sang What Song?

In 1985 Live Aid took place across 2 countries and included some of the hottest bands at the time. But do you remember the songs played? Take our quiz and find out!

Tina Turner and Mick Jagger

Live Aid Turns 40: Which Band Gave the Most Iconic Performance? (POLL)

Almost 40% of the people on earth tuned in to watch the concert.

Cheryl Ladd, late 1970s.

12 Classic TV Commercials Featuring Cheryl Ladd From ‘Charlie’s Angels’

The iconic actress best known as Kris Munroe on ‘Charlie’s Angels’ turns 74 years young and has been in over 100 commercials!

Little House on the Prairie (1974-1983) Karen Grassle, Michael Landon, Melissa Sue Anderson, Melissa Gilbert & Lindsay Greenbush

Who Was Melissa Gilbert’s Favorite ‘Little House’ Scene Partner?

“It was just fun. It wasn’t a job.”

ANNA AND THE KING, Yul Brynner, 1972. graphic

5 Things You Never Knew About Yul Brynner for His 105th Birthday

He inspired a famous comic book character.

Adrian Zmed now and then composite

Whatever Happened to ‘T.J. Hooker’ & ‘Grease 2’ Star Adrian Zmed?

The star learned a lot from his forever friend William Shatner.

Rick Springfield

‘Today’: Rick Springfield Speaks Out on Acting Return in Ryan Murphy’s ‘All’s Fair’

The series will mark Springfield’s first on-screen role since 2018.

Australian actress and singer Olivia Newton-John holds a press conference at the Inn On The Park, London, UK, 29th November 1978. She is starring in the 1978 film adaptation of the musical 'Grease'.

Who Did Olivia Newton-John Think Was the Greatest Singer Ever?

It was one of her close friends.

Donkey Kong video Came cabinet composite

5 Things You Never Knew About Donkey Kong for Its 44th Anniversary

Mario was once called “Jumpman.”

Classic arcade games

What’s the Greatest Classic Arcade Game of All Time? Vote in Our Poll and Let Us Know!

Donkey Kong Stomped into arcades in July of 1981 so it made us curious, what is the best one?

LOVE, AMERICAN STYLE, Sonny & Cher (Cher, Sonny Bono), 12/22/70, 1969-74

“I Got You, Babe” Turns 60 Today — Do You Remember These Surprising Covers?

What do Sonny and Cher, Beavis and Butt-Head, Tiny Tim, Etta James, David Bowie and Marianne Faithfull have in common?

Tom Hanks, Bosom Buddies

Tom Hanks Once Kicked Fonzie in the Face — and 5 Other Things You Didn’t Know About His Career

Before he was an Oscar-winning dramatic actor, he donned a wig for two seasons on ABC.

Actor Gary Coleman attends the Tribeca Film Festival 2009 portrait studio at DIRECTV Tribeca Press Center on April 24, 2009 in New York City.

Gary Coleman’s Ex-Wife Receives Polygraph Test Results Over Involvement in His Death

See how she reacts in docuseries ‘Lie Detector: Truth or Deception.’

RYAN'S HOPE - Show Coverage - Shoot Date: March 4, 1977. L-R: MICHAEL LEVIN;KATE MULGREW;MALCOLM GROOME;ILENE KRISTEN;ANDREW ROBINSON;HELEN GALLAGHER;BERNARD BARROW

Who’s Still Alive From ‘Ryan’s Hope’?

Which cast member became a novelist?

Ernest Borgnine graphic

7 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘McHale’s Navy’ Star Ernest Borgnine

The ‘From Here to Eternity’ actor died 13 years ago today.