Classic Photos That Evoke A Sense of Nostalgia

Are you ready to take a stroll down memory lane? We’re diving into the decades with a collection of vintage images of the most iconic celebs of the last few decades. If you’re a pop culture trivia expert, vintage photo specialist, music connoisseur, or the movie-obsessed friend in your group, we’re certain you’ll love reservoir of some of the best photos taken throughout the 60s, 70s, and 80s. 

You might remember Jamie Lee Curtis from her big first movie, Halloween, in 1978. John Carpenter’s iconic movie quickly established 19 year old Curtis as a proper “scream queen” through her role as Laurie Strode. She went on to play the lead in multiple Halloween movies throughout the movie franchise’s 13-film history.

It’s safe to say that Arnold Schwarzenegger has created a well-rounded list of accomplishments for himself. Prior to his defining acting and political career, Arnold Schwarzenegger was a well-renowned bodybuilder– and considered one of the greatest of all time.

Next up is Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr., more commonly known as Muhammad Ali. A notoriously heavy-hitting boxer, he is arguably one of the most influential and recognizable athletes of all time. He held countless belts and titles. He achieved great success in the boxing ring, defending his title as the world heavyweight champion of boxing a whopping 19 times.

Catherine Bach broke into her acting career at a young age, landing a role as one of the children in The Sound of Music. Bach made her true claim to fame, however, when she took America by storm in her role as Daisy Duke. As the cousin of Bo and Luke in The Dukes of Hazzard TV series, Daisy Duke was a heartthrob of the country. 

Elvis Presley definitely needs no introduction! An American singer and actor, Elvis Presley captured the hearts of many during his life. He is also known as the “King of Rock and Roll” for popularizing genres such as blues and bluegrass for his youthful fan base in the 1950s. 

Ann-Margret is a Swedish-American dancer, actress, and singer. During her lifetime, she won five Golden Globe Awards and has been nominated for two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and six Emmy Awards. In her young life, she was known to have quite an infatuation with motorcycles. If you remember her from the silver screen, you undoubtedly have seen her zipping around on one.

Lynda Carter is an American actress, singer, and pageant title holder, crowned Miss World USA in 1972, and finished in the top 15 in the Miss World 1972 pageant. She is best known, however, for her role as Diana Prince, AKA Wonder Woman, in the late ‘70s live action television series. 

As many already know, Elton John is one of the most famous musical geniuses, with his music transcending generations of fans. A British pianist, singer, and prolific composer, Elton John is pictured below in front of a sold-out Dodger Stadium. This picture was taken during the pop icon’s tour in 1975.

Who could forget Animal House? This cult classic film inspired young people across the world as we laughed along with the antics of John Belushi.

Here is Western movie legend John Wayne. He made a name for himself by putting together an impressive log of Western films.

You can recognize that hair anywhere, here comes Farah Fawcett rolling down the street in her iconic Nikes. She was an original in the Charlie’s Angels cast and inspired the country with her unforgettable hairstyle.

This is a picture from the set of the 1980s hit Blues Brothers. Pictured in John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, and Carrie Fisher.

Rita Hayworth is known for being a great dancer and actress. One of her more famous performances was her role in Gilda, a 1946 film.

Marilyn Monroe, an icon in the beauty world. Here she is pictured in a gorgeous blue dress, biting a pink carnation, and posing in front of her Amagansett home in New York around 1957.

If you’ve seen I Dream Of Jeannie, then you definitely dreamt of Barbara Eden.

Wearing the famous Bond bikinis, we see three Bond Girls walking hand-in-hand. From left to right we have Claudine Auger, Martine Beswick, and Luciana Paluzzi – all famous for their roles accompanying the lead man in the Bond movies.

You might not recognize this clean-cut Willie Nelson. This was early in this country singing career during his promo pictures in the early 60s.

Daredevil Evel Knievel is captured here during his 1974 stunt. He’s spotted wearing his infamous leather jumpsuit. This stunt was an attempt to rocket across the mile-wide Snake River Canyon.

Next up is a gorgeous actress and animal lover Audrey Hepburn. She’s pictured here sharing a laugh with a donkey onset one of her films War and Peace in 1955.

The force is definitely with us in this picture. This photograph shows Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford during their press tour after Star Wars: A New Hope was released.

You might recognize Heather Locklear from her stand-out role as Sammy Jo Carrington in the hit Dynasty. This photoshoot was taken shortly before her career blossomed, in 1981.

This picture is captured of Charles Bronson and his wife Jill Ireland. They are pictured walking hand-in-hand from this 1971 shot.

Next up is a stunning picture of Greta Garbo. She was an actress from Sweden that really showed what Hollywood glamor was all about. Many people attributed Hollywood’s fashion trends to her pioneering.

Here we see a very young Hugh Hefner alongside some of his talents from the time. Hefner, of course, was the leading mind and founder behind the Playboy enterprise.

If you remember Disneyland from the mid-60s, you might remember the now-disband Submarine Voyage. This attraction from 65 to 67 featured beautiful mermaids lounging in the middle of a lagoon.

Next up is a picture from the famous rock group the Eagles. Before their infamous breakup, the band got together for this shot in Topanga Canyon in California.

Here we see Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne walking down the aisle. Daughter Kelly shared this picture on her Instagram to celebrate her parent’s anniversary.

Now we see a great shot of Angie Dickinson. Angie was famously a glam girl of the 60s, taking part in many photoshoots.

A great way to remember Sean Connery is to take a look at this fun pic.

The wife of John F. Kennedy, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is shown here.

Here we see the trio Melanie Griffith, Don Johnson, and Cher. This photo is believed to come from the 1976 wedding of Griffith and Johnson.

This 1980s picture captures singer and star Pat Benatar no doubt singing about love being a battlefield.

Genius comedy trio Larry, Curly, and Moe are caught in this picture.

Here we can see Robert Shaw wishing he had a bigger boat on the set of Jaws. This cult-classic movie set revolutionized the film world afterward.

Legendary funnyman Robin Williams is shown here sharing a laugh with someone out of frame. Of course, how could you not laugh at such an iconic and brilliant comedy genius?

Grace Jones is shown here in a silky blouse and that’s about it. This photograph was taken in Studio 54 in 1981, a great club in New York.

Here we see Janis Joplin posing for a photographer in her San Francisco apartment. Joplin took a piece of our hearts as she made hit after hit in the middle of the century.

When you think of rock from the 70s, you think of Led Zepplin. Here the band is playing on stage in their tour of ’75.

These three gorgeous gals are joining together for a promotional picture of their show Flying High. We see Pat Klous, Connie Sellecca, and Kathryn Witt posing side-by-side, showing plenty of leg.

This behind-the-scenes shot of M*A*S*H shows the iconic cast of this hit television series. It was a comedy-drama that showcased a staff of doctors in South Korea during the Korean War.

An almost too-young looking James Spader and Robert Downey Jr. pose on the set of Tuff Turf. It’s hard to recognize these fellas without the extra scruff.

You might recognize Patrick Swayze from Dirty Dancing, but this photo was captured from Skatetown U.S.A.

Here we see an iconic man from an iconic film. Al Pacino looks off in the distance on the set of Serpico. This 1973 classic movie won Pacino an Oscar nomination.

Pin-up beauty Joan Bradshaw is spotted here, walking her poodle down LA’s Hollywood and Vine.