October 6th 2024.
How many of these iconic stars from the 1980s can you recognize today? The 80s was a decade that gave us some of the biggest names in film and TV. However, it has been 40 years since the era reigned supreme, so our memories of these stars may be a bit fuzzy. As time has passed, many of these celebrities have moved on from the roles that made them famous in the 80s, venturing into different mediums or taking a step back from the spotlight. With four decades gone by, some of the most recognizable stars from the 80s may look quite different from the characters we associate them with. To test your knowledge of 80s film and TV, here are 10 stars from that era. Can you name them all?
1. This first star is no stranger to the big screen, but do you recognize them now? It's been 35 years since their hit TV show ended, but they have managed to stay in the spotlight. This actress had a breakthrough role in the 1971 coming-of-age drama The Last Picture Show, alongside Jeff Bridges. She then went on to star in The Heartbreak Kid, Taxi Driver, and Alice before landing a role in the hit detective comedy Moonlighting, which ran from 1985 to 1989.
2. Next up is an 80s heartthrob who had audiences falling in love with him during his time on Just Good Friends from 1983 to 1986. He also played a villain on EastEnders and had a blossoming pop career.
3. This talented actress has been nominated for Golden Globe and Bafta Awards. Her roles in An Officer and a Gentleman and Terms of Endearment were unforgettable, but her most iconic role came in the 1980 romantic drama Urban Cowboy, alongside John Travolta. She received multiple award nominations for her performance in that film.
4. Our fourth star was a poster girl for the 1980s. She first gained fame at the young age of 18 as a page 3 girl in The Sun. She then appeared in Mayfair and Fiesta before transitioning into acting, with roles in Emmerdale, The Bill, and various reality TV shows.
5. She may be one of the most recognizable faces in horror, but only when she's in costume. This TV icon has been playing the same horror character for 40 years now. Outside of this iconic role, she has also appeared in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, JJ Villard’s Fairy Tales, Red Riding Hood, and Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.
6. This next actor has been making audiences laugh for generations, but you may not recognize them out of costume from one of the 80s most iconic comedy shows. They have appeared in numerous TV shows and films, including There She Goes, Lockwood & Co, Dreamland, Inside No. 9, Death in Paradise, and over 100 other credits.
7. Our seventh star recently returned to the big screen. She rose to fame in the 80s, but she may be harder to recognize now as she was just 10 years old when she had her breakout role. Despite the success of her first feature film, she chose to pursue a career in theater and dance, making a comeback 40 years later in the film Man and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand Steps.
8. This next star is still an icon in the music world. Fans of Top Of The Pops will surely recognize this 80s star. They also presented the children's show No Limits and the popular game show Wheel of Fortune.
9. Lethal Weapon fans may kick themselves if they don't recognize this legendary actor. They have also had roles on the small screen, including Blue Bloods, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and an upcoming film in 2022, She Said.
10. Last but not least, fitness fans are sure to remember this face. From 1983 to 1987, this star was a regular on the popular exercise segment of BBC1's Breakfast Time program. They have since appeared in music videos, hosted their own radio shows, and made regular appearances on Five's The Wright Stuff.
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