Beautiful Groovy Photos That Take You Back To The Past...

By the time the 70’s were in full swing the California skate scene was not only making its way across the country, but it was welcoming female skateboarders into the fold. Female skaters happily joined up with the infamous Z-Boys, aerial skateboarding pioneers. Once the ladies started shredding in the streets with the guys, the way women were viewed in sporting circles changed completely.

And while you’d think the novelty of it all would ensure attention, skater chicks got far less coverage in the media than their male counterparts and they weren’t able to secure as much pay or sponsorships either.

Pictured here is John Lennon and his son Julian Lennon. Julian was John’s son with his first wife, Cynthia. After his father ran off with Yoko and had another child, Julian’s relationship with his father quickly diminished.

Now fully grown, Julian speaks freely about his feelings for Lennon:

I have to say that, from my point of view, I felt he was a hypocrite. Dad could talk about peace and love out loud to the world but he could never show it to the people who supposedly meant the most to him: his wife and son. How can you talk about peace and love and have a family in bits and pieces - no communication, adultery, divorce? You can't-do it, not if you're being true and honest with yourself.

If these walls could talk they’d probably have some eye bulging, jaw-dropping conversations to share. The music industry's top innovative superstars of the time are here partying with standup comedian "Sam" Kinison, who was known for his intensely harsh sense of humor.

According to Billy Idol’s biography Dancing With Myself, this photo was taken after the HBO Young Comedian Special back in 1984. According to Idol, this was the evening that spawned his friendship with Sam. Idol pointed out that at this time, Sam was heavily into coke and “was beginning to act more like a rockstar than a comedian.” No doubt this was a crazy night for all of them.  

There’s no topping the Hollywood legend. The onscreen chameleon has been the sweet brunette, the foxy redhead, and the blonde bombshell. Her sexy, throaty singing voice had the public referring to her as the 'female Elvis’ and her love for motorcycles earned her a daredevil reputation.

Ann-Margret is an actress, singer, and dancer. Oddly enough, George Burns helped launch her singing career, and from there she went on to conquer acting. Soon she had a seven-year film contract from 20th Century Fox and was starring alongside Elvis, Jack Nicholson, and John Wayne. She earned an Oscar nomination for Carnal Knowledge and was even invited to serenade President John F. Kennedy at his 46th birthday party (a year after Marilyn Monroe did).

Don't let his young age fool you, everyone was equally fascinated with the magical box that was quickly dubbed "the home screen" upon its arrival. The late 1940s is when color television got its start in America but it wasn't really a commercially viable option for people until the early 1950s. Even black and white televisions weren't a common sight in people homes in the mid to late 40s. Only 0.5% of households in the United States had a television in 1946, but sales started to take off as the '50s neared. By 1954 that percentage jumped to 55.7% and by 1962, 90% of the population had their very own television set at home. 

Brigitte Bardot still reigns supreme as an icon of fashion. Bardot won the world over with her charms, talent, and effortless beauty. Her look was so distinct and desirable, that designer's named clothing styles after her.

The French model, actress, and singer was the original blonde bombshell. Brigitte Bardot’s style, grace, and eventually her passion for animal rights heavily influenced culture as a whole. Her hair, makeup, and fashion sense has, and continues to be emulated across the world.  Bardot even has a signature pose that many models have tried to reproduce in shoots over the years. 

During his 50 years in the music business, it seemed Glen Campbell could do no wrong. He accumulated 12 gold albums, four platinum albums, and one double-platinum album. He released over 70 albums and sold 45 million of them worldwide. He made history in 1967 when he won Grammys in the country and pop categories. "Gentle on My Mind" took home two awards in country and western; "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" did the same in pop.

Campbell earned a Golden Globe nomination for Most Promising Newcomer, after his supporting role in True Grit (1969). He also sang the film’s title song and it was nominated for an Academy Award.

Pictured here is Gotham’s protector Batman, portrayed by Adam West in the TV series. By day he is billionaire Bruce Wayne and by night he works tirelessly to protect the inhabitants of his city. Right next to him is his trusty sidekick, Robin who was played by Burt Ward. 

Pictured here is a fresh-faced Diana before she had the title of "Princess" or became the mother of royal heirs Princes William and Harry. Here she is in 1975, the girl who became one of the most famous and beloved women in the world before her untimely death in 1997. Diana secured her place in the hearts of many and will always be known as the “People’s Princess.” 

Robin Williams won many awards over the span of his brilliant career, but it's probably safe to say nothing will ever feel quite as good for any actor as that very first win. His face says it all in this picture here, taken at the 1979 Golden Globes. Williams had just won the Golden Globe for lead comedy actor for “Mork and Mindy.”

This legendary role launched his entire career and propelled him towards his future greatness.

Right from the start, Williams was primarily known for his comedic bits and his demeanor was said to be usually quite in sync with his on-stage persona. But it seems Williams had long suffered from depression and eventually dementia which resulted in his death by suicide in 2014.

Pictured here is the beautiful and talented Susanna Lee Hoffs, vocalist, guitarist and co-founder of The Bangles. The Bangles released their first full album titled All Over the Place in 1984 and they saw moderate success. It wasn’t until 1986 with the release of album Different Light that they reached new heights. It included the hit singles "Manic Monday", "If She Knew What She Wants", and "Walk Like an Egyptian".

Hoffs also co-wrote "I Need a Disguise" for The Go-Gos Belinda Carlisle. Before she knew it, Hoffs was appearing all over magazine covers, acting, writing, and was perfectly positioned to launch a solo career by the time The Bangles disbanded in 1988. 

The Hollywood centenarian is a director, actor, producer and author. Born in 1916, Douglas has had an active role in film and television since the early 1940s. With his established production company, he has produced many films and has received many awards and nominations for them.

Douglas married twice, he and his first wife Diana Dill, had two sons together: actor Michael Douglas and producer Joel Douglas. He and his second wife, producer Anne Buydens, also had two sons together. Strangely enough another actor, Eric Douglas and another producer, Peter Douglas. Sadly, Eric died from an accidental overdose on prescription drugs and alcohol July 6, 2004.

Valerie “June” Carter Cash was the second wife of singer Johnny Cash. Prior to her marriage, the an actress, singer, dancer, songwriter, comedian, and author was professionally known as June Carter. She rocked the guitar, banjo, harmonica, and even the autoharp. Carter Cash has five Grammy Award wins to her name and was inducted into the Christian Music Hall of Fame back in 2009. In 2003, she ranked 31 on CMT's 40 Greatest Women in Country Music.

Despite her seemingly outgoing nature as a woman, Marilyn Monroe was very shy as a child and still suffered from bouts of shyness and insecurity as an adult. She was so shy that she developed a stutter, she never fully got rid of it but was able to mask it thanks to the dictation lessons by the studio vocal coaches.

According to Marilyn, her Aunt Ana was the first person she ever truly felt loved by, in fact, Ana was the first person to encourage Marilyn to become an actress. After Aunt Ana died in 1948, Marilyn’s husband at the time, Joe DiMaggio, made arrangements to ensure Marilyn would be buried in the same cemetery when she passed away.

Rush formed in 1968 and is famous for its incredibly complex compositions, and eclectic lyrical motifs. Frontman Geddy Lee rocks the bass guitar, keyboards, and lead vocals. On backup vocals and guitars is Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart brings up the rear with drums, percussion, and the lyrics. Peart is known to draw heavily on science fiction, fantasy, and philosophy an over the years the band’s sound has evolved from a bluesy-hard rock beginning into more progressive rock with heavy use of synthesizers. By the time the early 1990s rolled around, Rush found its way home to a more guitar-driven hard rock sound.

Actor and comedian Chris Farley was widely known for his energetic and rather ‘loud’ comedic style. Like many before him, his popularity began to soar after becoming a cast member of the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. He flourished on SNL from 1990 to 1995. Farley made the shift and began focusing more on his film acting career. Tommy Boy and Black Sheep

He also appeared in the films Wayne's World, Coneheads, Airheads, and was uncredited in Billy Madison. Tragically, Farley died just as he was really getting the ball rolling in his career. He was only 33-years old when he died of a drug overdose in 1997.

Christopher Walken has appeared in more than 100 classic films and hit television shows. Just a few of the titles under his belt are, Annie Hall (1977), The Deer Hunter (1978), The Dead Zone (1983), Batman Returns (1992), True Romance (1993), Pulp Fiction (1994), Sleepy Hollow (1999), Catch Me If You Can. Walken also starred in an episode of Kojak

Unfortunately, the award-winning actor will also always be remembered in connection with the tragic Natalie Wood drowning. Walken was on the Yacht with Wood and her husband Robert Wagner. While police never suspected Walken of any wrongdoing, it’s common knowledge that his lighthearted flirtation with Wood led to a fight between him and Wagner the night Natalie wandered off on that yacht and was never seen alive again.

Alice was a sitcom that aired on CBS from August 31, 1976, to March 19, 1985, and was based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, who plays a widow with a son trying to start their lives over again. She gets a job at a roadside diner in Arizona, the infamous Mel's Diner, where most of the episodes are centered around. The show was famous for catchphrases such as Flo's "Kiss my grits!" and Mel would always snipe, "Stow it!" or "Bag it, Blondie!" 

Janis gave fused her rock with the Blues, giving it more depth. Janis was also widely regarded for her ‘electric’ stage presence and though she died at just 27-years old, she remains one of the top-selling musicians in the United States. In 1995, she was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Despite having only released three albums before her untimely death, Janis Joplin is arguably one of the most prominent female rock stars of all time and certainly the biggest of her era. She was found dead of a heroin overdose in bed. Described as having "a devastatingly original voice" and a presence that was both "overpowering and deeply vulnerable", news of her death shook the music world which was still processing the loss of Jimi Hendrix sixteen days earlier.

Before becoming the First Lady, Jackie Bouvier almost married another man; World War II veteran and Wall Street Banker John Husted. She was just 22 years old at the time and quickly grew to hate the idea of becoming a housewife. By March she called the whole wedding off and mere months later started dating John F Kennedy who was a U.S. congressman at the time. She met Kennedy at a dinner-party in Georgetown, and the two hit it off. The couple had been dating for two years when he proposed, they were married in September of 1953.

As the LA Times so eloquently put it, “Leonard Nimoy's music blurred line between man and Vulcan.” Out of the many records that Nimoy released both under his real name and as Dr. Spock, “The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins” (1968) just may be the most iconic. It’s Spock’s ode to “The Hobbit” and just may very well be the ultimate anthem for Science Fiction/Fantasy fans across the universe. It was kind of hard to tell if he was going for novelty or not but he dropped the Dr. Spock persona the same year and did his own cover of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now” and John Hartford's "Love Is Sweeter".

Lynyrd Skynyrd was one of the greatest bands of the 70's. This photo was taken near the Hell House just outside of Green Cove Springs, Florida. The band originally formed back in 1964 as My Backyard in Jacksonville, Florida. Then they became The Noble Five and One Percent, before finally choosing "Lynyrd Skynyrd" in 1969.

With signature songs like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird", they popularized the Southern rock genre all throughout the 1970s. Tragically, two band members and a backup singer died in an airplane crash in 1977, at the peak of their success. But that didn’t stop the band from selling over 28 million records in the United States. The surviving band members reformed in 1987 and Lynyrd Skynyrd continues to tour and record.

Pictured here is a somewhat perplexed looking Colonel Sanders posing with a thoroughly amused Alice Cooper. This photo was taken sometime in the 1970s.In 2014, when asked about this strange encounter, Cooper recalled; “Here comes this nice old man in a white suit,” said Cooper. “Suddenly I realize that this is the Hannibal Lecter of chickens. I have the death of exactly one chicken on my hands, and this guy has a score of 10 billion. Yet everyone loves this guy, and hates me for being a chicken killer! The irony of the two of us being in the same room at the same time was not lost on either me or the Colonel.”

Pictured here is rocker Joan Jett munching on some fries back in 1977. Jett was a co-founder of The Runaways, in 1979 she pursued a solo career and teamed with the Sex Pistols on a few songs. Then she formed Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, recorded new material in addition to re-releasing her older fan favorites like "I Love Rock n' Roll" and "Bad Reputation".

In recent years, Jett has had her songs featured in several films and television shows including, The Runaways, Baby Mama and Shrek. While Jett still plays live, touring extensively she is actively involved in signing new musicians to her record label, Blackheart Records.

Pictured here is progressive rock genius of Genesis, Peter Gabriel, and the king of grunge rock Kurt Cobain. SInce the photo was taken Gabriel has gone on to continue is enormously successful music career. But sadly the same cannot be said about Cobain. He’s become infamous as one of the most famous and shocking rock star suicides of all time.

In 1994, Lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist of “Nirvana” shot himself in the face with a 20-gauge shotgun. It was two days before his body was found and he was only identifiable by his fingerprints. At just 27-years old his battle with depression and drug use overtook him. He left behind wife Courtney Love, daughter Frances Bean Cobain, and a successful career. 

Goldie Hawn began her acting career in the short-lived CBS situation comedy Good Morning, World. She played a stereotypical "dumb blonde" character who was dating a radio disc jockey.

It was her next role, as a regular cast members on the sketch comedy show, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In, which broadened her reach and garnered her some international attention. The show ran from 1968–1973 but she had already established herself as something of an “It Girl” in the 1960s so at the show’s conclusion she had no problems landing roles. 

Her first major film role was in Cactus Flower (1969), for which she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. From there the bombshell kept churning out roles and earning awards and Goldie’s still rocking it today.  

Next up would have to be his voice role as Mufasa in Disney's The Lion King. But aside from his iconic voice, Jones is an amazing onscreen actor. Literally, one of the best actors in American history with a pile of awards to prove it. He has a career spanning more than 60 years now and has been accurately described by his peers and fans alike as, "one of America's most distinguished and versatile actors" in the industry.

Believe it or not, Jones had a stutter he forced himself to overcome in his childhood by reading poetry, acting, and public speaking. Now after winning the the Voice Arts Icon Award back in November 9, 2015, it’s safe to say Jones has conquered that stutter.

Babe Ruth hit 659 of his 714 career home runs during his 15 seasons with the Yankees, his last season with them was in 1934. About a year later he retired from the game entirely, after a stint with the Boston Braves. Then on June 13, 1948, Babe Ruth’s No 3 was retired by the Yankees. This was the legendary baseball player’s final appearance at Yankee Stadium– which is commonly referred to as "The House That Ruth Built." Two months later, on August 16, 1948, the Ruth died from cancer. 

American singer, songwriter and record producer Marvin Gaye is credited with helping to shape the sound of Motown back in the 1960s. During the 1970s, he along with Stevie Wonder became the first artists to break away from traditional production companies. Gaye recorded the concept albums What's Going On and Let's Get It On. It was Gaye's later recordings that ended up influencing several contemporary R&B subgenres: quiet storm and neo-soul.

On April 1, 1984, tragedy struck when Gaye's father, Marvin Gay Sr., fatally shot him at their house in Los Angeles. Apparently, the two had been arguing and it escalated into a physical fight that ended with Gaye’s father shooting him three times. Then he went outside and awaited his arrest on the front porch. Gaye Sr. was given a divorce by his wife of 49-years in addition to a six-year suspended sentence and five years' probation for the shooting. 

With those dimpled cheeks framed in curls, little Shirley Temple sang, danced, and acted her way into the hearts of America during the Depression. By six years old she had already won an Academy Award. She even starred in a movie with future president Ronald Reagan before leaving show business to embarking on a political career of her own. She ran for Congress, served as United States Ambassador to Czechoslovakia, and played a critical role in hastening the end of communism in Czechoslovakia.

Pictured here is Alfred Hitchcock, pioneer and master of the suspense and thriller genres. Oddly enough, Hitchcock never won a "Best Director Oscar" Award in his lifetime... even though he is now widely considered one of the greatest directors of all time. 

His companion here is none other than Leo the Lion, mascot for Hollywood film studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer as well as its predecessors, Goldwyn Pictures. Leo was featured in the studio's production logo. Since 1916 there have been seven different lions used for the MGM logo. Only the current lion (pictured here), who has been in use since 1957 (a total of 60 years), actually bore the name Leo. 

Sir Sean Thomas Connery is one of the most decorated and celebrated actors of all time. The Scottish native has won Academy Awards, BAFTA Awards and Golden Globe awards. Sean Connery is most known for being the first ever actor to play the character James Bond on the big screen.

He starred in the first seven James Bond films, from the very first movie, Dr. No, to Diamonds Are Forever. Dr. No was filmed in Jamaica and England; it was adapted from a book of the same name by Ian Fleming. 

Although Connery’s last appearance as James Bond wasn’t as smooth as the others. Reports say that he demanded over $1.5 million to resume the role. It took a deal with United Artists to finally make it happen. They promised to back any two films he wanted if he'd just play James Bond again. So he did.  

Actress Heather Locklear was on the television series C.H.I.P.S, T.J. Hooker, and the movie Firestarter. But she got her big break when she landed a role in Dynasty in 1981. After that she appeared in various film roles throughout the 80s and by 1993 she landed another recurring role on the hit show Melrose Place. She became a part of the cast of Spin City and in 2009, she appeared on a new version of Melrose Place. 

It was on March 24, 1958, when the King, Elvis Aron Presley entered the United States Army. He then went through basic and advanced training and ended up serving as a member of two different armor battalions during his active military career. Presley was sent overseas to serve as a member of the 1st Medium Tank Battalion, 32d Armor in Germany from October 1, 1958, until March 2, 1960. On March 5, 1960, he left active duty and returned to the states. It wasn't until March 23, 1964 that he received his discharge papers from the Army Reserve and went back to his music career.

Pictured here is the beautiful Julie Newmar as Catwoman in the Batman television series. Sporting a tight one piece and armed with a bullwhip, the provocative thief had quite the love-hate relationship with Gotham’s hero. It was Newmar who was responsible for modifying the Catwoman costume. She wore the belt at the hips instead of the waist, to accentuate her hourglass figure. Now her Catwoman costume sits on display in the Smithsonian Institution.

Julie Newmar went on to establish an immensely successful career since her Batman days. She is still going strong as an actress and has become a supporter of LGBT rights. She was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing organization in 2013.

Gumby, the classic claymation franchise about an oddly shaped green humanoid character and his sidekick is Pokey, a talking orange pony that everyone fell in love with–naturally. Crafted by Art Clokey, the character has gone on to have two television series and a feature-length film so far. Gumby has become a cultural icon, having spawned various tributes, parodies, and tons of merchandise. It is no surprise that a revival of the show was announced in 2015. The new Gumby series is still in the works and will be co-produced by the Jim Henson Company.

 This classic old-school photograph features an NYPD officer taking a break from chasing criminals to play an innocent game of Duck Duck Goose with a group of local kids spending their summer vacation on the streets of Harlem. Photojournalist Leonard Freed is the man responsible for capturing this awesome, smile-inducing moment in the summer of 1978.

Prince was one of music’s great innovators, his integration of various styles like funk, R&B, rock, new wave, soul, and psychedelia helped to change the way pop music was made. His undeniable musical talents paired with his wide vocal range and his flamboyant stage presence made him a pop-culture phenomenon.

Prince is one of the best-selling artist of all time with over 100 million records worldwide. Over the course of his career he won seven Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for his film Purple Rain. In 2004, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 

Don Johnson was a heartthrob all through the 1980s as he fought crime on screen as James "Sonny" Crockett in the hit show, Miami Vice. The role even earned him a Golden Globe nomination. During the '90s, Johnson stayed strong in the fight against crime as the lead in Nash Bridges until 2001.

Miami Vice had only been on the air for a few months when show creator Michael Mann heard Glenn Frey's song "Smuggler's Blues" on the radio and had an epiphany. Mann commissioned an episode with the same title, had some of the song lyrics worked into the dialogue, and then he brought in Frey himself to play pilot Jimmy Cole. 

Carrie Fisher was a Hollywood actress and writer most known for playing Princess Leia in the Star Wars series. In the 1970’s she was cast for the role of Princess Leia and starred alongside Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford. The three stars would later become lifelong friends.

She would reprise her role and appear in at least six other Star Wars films. She even appeared on the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special. She would later admit that she would not have accepted the role had she known that it would have such a major effect on the lives of her parents.

The Flintstones was initially an animated sitcom produced by Hanna-Barbera for ABC but has since spawned movies, television specials, and other media. The series centers around mainly the Flintstones family but also heavily features their friends and neighbors the Rubbles.

It takes place in a Stone Age setting, in the town of Bedrock and combines elements of the prehistoric past with more modern living conveniences. It depicts dinosaurs, cavemen, and woolly mammoths all living side-by-side with pre-industrial technology.

It was the first animated series to run in a prime-time slot and was broadcast from September 30, 1960, to April 1, 1966. The Flintstones is now ranked as the second greatest cartoon of all time (behind The Simpsons) and was the most financially successful network animated franchise until The Simpsons debuted.

Believe it or not, Frank Sinatra was actually arrested and charged with adultery and seduction. Apparently having an affair was a crime in Bergen County, New Jersey back in 1938 and Ol’ Blue Eyes Sinatra, wasn’t about to get away with wooing a married woman.

He was 23-years old at the time of the arrest and according to reports his bond was set for $1,500 but was lowered to $500 after the charges of “seduction” was changed to “adultery”... apparently, the seduction aspect was worse? Eventually, all the charges were dismissed because sanity prevailed. More than likely her husband didn’t care to press charges. 

Paul McCartney married Linda Eastman on March 12, 1969, in a small civil ceremony—when Eastman was four months pregnant with their first of three biological children, Mary McCartney. Paul legally adopted Linda’s daughter, Heather, from her first marriage and then the couple went on to have two more kids, Stella and James McCartney.

Sadly, Linda died on April 17, 1998, of breast cancer at the age of 56-years old. According to McCartney he and Linda spent less than a week apart during their entire marriage, (aside from McCartney's incarceration for drugs in Tokyo back in 1980). Paul later credited his wife as the woman who "gave me the strength and courage to work again", referring to his depression after the break-up of The Beatles.

Pictured here are The Beatles back in 1960 after having just formed. The relatively small rock band began to make significant headway by playing in the “underground club scene” and embarking on several mini-tours throughout Hamburg Germany and all around Britain. 

original bass guitarist, Stuart Sutcliffe only stuck around for two years before deciding to leave the band and focus on his artwork. Sadly he collapsed in Hamburg on 10 April 1962 after having suffered from headaches and light sensitivity for days. He died in the ambulance while in route to the hospital. The official cause of death was a cerebral hemorrhage. 

Clint Eastwood came from a wealthy background but did so poorly in school that he was held back; rumor has it that he never actually graduated at all. He tried his hand at acting and now he's a legend. 

Between the years of 1954 and the 1960s, Clint had minor roles in numerous films and TV shows and was often uncredited. It wasn’t until the 70’s that his work finally received major and positive reviews. He had another turning point in 1971 when he made his debut as a director for the film Play Misty for Me; the New York Post praised his performance and skills as a director. 

Robin Williams and Christopher Reeve became lifelong friends after meeting and rooming together at Julliard back in 1973.

Then, in 1978, they both became aliens that crash-landed into popular culture; Williams as Mork on the hit TV sitcom Mork & Mindy, and his best friend Reeve as the Kryptonian superhero himself, in Richard Donner’s film, Superman. 

Reeve later recalled first meeting Williams in his autobiography, Still Me: 

I’d never seen so much energy contained in one person. He was like an un-tied balloon that had been inflated and immediately released. I watched in awe as he virtually caromed off the walls of the classrooms and hallways. To say that he was ‘on’ would be a major understatement. There was never a moment when he wasn’t doing voices, imitating teachers, and making our faces ache from laughing at his antics. His name, of course, was Robin Williams.

Grace Kelly spent six years as an actress during the 1950’s before becoming the Princess of Monaco. But it wasn’t just a career she had before becoming a princess, it was a whole life, filled with friends, flings, and even a rumored engagement to fashion designer Oleg Cassini.

Letters surfaced years after her death that not only confirmed her engagement to the designer but also suggested she had a romantic relationship with Hollywood’s legendary leading man, Clark Gable.

This ‘suggestive’ passage was written in 1953 while Grace Kelly was in East Africa filming John Ford's Mogambo, in which she was co-starring with Clark Gable. 'Yesterday we had a day off,' she wrote. 'Clark and I rode in a jeep for three hours to get to Bukoba, the nearest town on Lake Victoria. We had a horrible lunch . . . then a delicious swim in the Lake. We had to go in in our underwear. It was a riot as you can well imagine . . . '

As he stood on American soil for the first time in 1968, Arnold Schwarzenegger was a long way from his hometown of Thal, Austria. The young man was determined to make a name for himself in the land of opportunity, and he set his sights on becoming a bodybuilder. He spent countless hours in the gym, pumping iron and sculpting his physique to perfection. In 1970, his hard work paid off when he won the Mr. Olympia competition for the first time. It was the start of a legendary career that would see him become one of the biggest movie stars in the world.

In 1962, Sophia Loren was at the height of her fame. She had already won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in “Two Women,” and she was considered one of the most beautiful women in the world. But despite her success, she remained humble and down-to-earth. She was a woman who knew what she wanted, and she was not afraid to work hard to achieve it. She continued to act in films throughout the 1960s, earning critical acclaim for her performances in movies like “Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” and “Marriage Italian Style.” Her talent and beauty made her an icon of the era, and her legacy continues to inspire women today.

In the late 1970s, the world was gifted with the comedic genius of Bill Murray and Gilda Radner on Saturday Night Live. The duo's dynamic chemistry made for some of the show's most memorable skits, and their comedic talents were unmatched. They shared a deep friendship that could be felt by anyone who witnessed them on stage or behind the scenes. Their performances on the show were a testament to their passion for the craft and their ability to make people laugh until they cried.

In 1977, the world was introduced to a phenomenon that would change the course of film history: Star Wars. The premiere of this epic space saga was a star-studded affair, with celebrities flocking to the red carpet to witness the spectacle. George Lucas's groundbreaking film would go on to become one of the highest-grossing films of all time, and its impact on popular culture is still felt to this day. From its iconic characters to its breathtaking special effects, Star Wars remains a cinematic masterpiece that has stood the test of time.

In the 1960s, the world was introduced to Clint Eastwood, a rugged and handsome actor who would go on to become one of the most iconic stars of his generation. His performances in films like A Fistful of Dollars and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly cemented his status as a Hollywood legend. His effortless cool and tough-guy persona made him an instant fan favorite, and his impact on popular culture is immeasurable. Even today, decades after his first appearance on the big screen, Clint Eastwood remains an enduring symbol of cinematic excellence.

In the grand ballroom of Studio 54, the indefatigable Leon Spinks, heavyweight boxing champion, displayed not only his athletic prowess but also his nimble footwork on the dance floor. It is not every day that one witnesses a championship heavyweight athlete masterfully executing a sequence of complex dance steps with the same finesse as their technical skill in the ring. Yet, Spinks, reveling in the wake of his triumph over the legendary Muhammad Ali, seemed to take to the pulsing beat with an enviable ease.

But perhaps the enthusiastic celebration had been taken too far. Rumor had it that the exhilarating sensation of victory was not the only influence upon Spinks that night. Inebriated to the point of disorientation, Spinks, long known to be impulsive and somewhat reckless, was now in a setting that had a particular reputation for excess. It was no surprise that with such abundant drinks and large bottles of Quaaludes being passed around with unbridled abandon, that Spinks should have succumbed to the intoxicating temptation.

William Henry Gates II had no inkling of the far-reaching impact he would make on the world of technology in his youth. His name would forever be remembered as the founder of Microsoft and one of the wealthiest men to have ever graced the planet.

But Gates' beginnings were not of the typical billionaire mold. Born to a family of affluence, his mother was a director for First Interstate Banc System while his father was a lawyer. The young Gates' love for programming blossomed while attending a private preparatory school at the age of thirteen.

As fate would have it, in 1970, Gates and three of his classmates were contracted to create payroll programs for Information Sciences Inc. Soon after, he wrote computer programs for his school, revolutionizing the way students were scheduled for classes. Despite dropping out of Harvard after just two years, Gates' entrepreneurial drive was unquenchable, culminating in the founding of his iconic company, Microsoft, with his partner-in-crime, Paul Allen.

In the 1970s, a young William Bradley Pitt grew up in Missouri with dreams of becoming an actor. However, it was during his time at the University of Missouri that he discovered his passion for film-making. After dropping out of college, Pitt packed his bags and headed to Los Angeles to pursue his dream. It wasn't long before he landed his first acting gig in the TV show “Dallas”, followed by small roles in films like “Less Than Zero” and “No Man’s Land”. It wasn't until his breakout role in “Thelma & Louise” that Pitt became a household name, and cemented his status as a Hollywood heartthrob.

Studio 54 was a hub for celebrities in the late 70s and early 80s, so much so that even the likes of Michael Jackson and Steven Tyler could be spotted hanging out together. The disco club was the place to see and be seen, a melting pot of the rich and famous. It didn't matter who you were, whether you were an actor, musician, or socialite, everyone came to party at Studio 54. It was a place where the rules of society didn't apply, and people could let loose and be themselves. Studio 54 was a place where anything could happen, and often did.

The Runaways were a teenage girl rock band that captured the attention of the rock n roll world in the 1970s. Formed in Los Angeles in 1975, the band consisted of lead singer Cherie Currie, guitarists Joan Jett and Lita Ford, bassist Jackie Fox, and drummer Sandy West. Their sound was a mix of punk rock and hard rock, with provocative lyrics that challenged gender norms and societal expectations. Despite facing criticism and opposition from the music industry, The Runaways persisted, and their influence can still be felt in the music industry today. They paved the way for female rock bands and inspired a generation of women to pick up a guitar and make their voices heard.

Children were a rare sight at Studio 54, save for those of great repute. As seen in this photograph, dancer Rudolf Nureyev and Ricky Schroder, a juvenile performer who made his mark on The Champ, were welcomed on this particular occasion. Schroder would go on to find fame on the television show Silver Spoons, and has continued to work in the entertainment industry into his adulthood, now known simply as Rick Schroder. His more prominent endeavors include the 1989 western miniseries Lonesome Dove, as well as the crime drama NYPD Blue. Over the years, he has also branched out into writing and directing.

As the man in black stepped out onto the stage, the audience erupted into cheers. Johnny Cash had come to Folsom Prison to perform for the inmates, and they were thrilled to see him. But this was no ordinary concert - it was a moment of redemption for the prisoners, a chance to be a part of something greater than themselves. And Cash was just the man to deliver it.

As he strummed his guitar and sang his songs, the prisoners roared in approval. They knew that Cash understood them, that he saw their pain and their struggle. And in that moment, they felt a connection that went beyond the walls of the prison. For Cash, it was a transformative experience, one that would shape his music and his message for years to come. He knew that he had found a new audience, one that was hungry for his music and his message of hope.

In the 1970s, Debbie Harry and her band Blondie burst onto the music scene with a sound that was both new and familiar. Their mix of punk rock and pop sensibilities captured the spirit of the times, and they quickly became one of the most popular bands in the world. But it wasn't just their music that made them so iconic - it was also Debbie's style and persona.

With her bleached blonde hair and avant-garde fashion sense, Debbie was a trailblazer in the world of music and fashion. She embodied the spirit of the times, with her rebellious attitude and her unapologetic sexuality. And as the frontwoman of Blondie, she helped to break down barriers and pave the way for future generations of female rockers. Even today, her legacy lives on, as new artists continue to draw inspiration from her music and her style.