https://allthat80s.com/category/all that/ https://allthat80s.com/category/entertainment/ https://allthat80s.com/category/lifestyle/ https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=about https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=accessibility https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=contact https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=cookie https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=dmca https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=privacy https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=submit https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=submitEmail https://allthat80s.com/about/?show=terms https://allthat80s.com/view/cabbage-patch-craze/ Cabbage Patch Dolls The 80s It Toy Fighting over a plush doll might seem ridiculous to some, but in the lsquo80s, did you know that people fought tooth and nail over the Cabbage Patch Kids? Originally registered in 1978 as The Little People, these dolls were later renamed and mass-produced in 1982. These dolls (and the events that caused people to go crazy over them) are making headlines once more thanks to HBO's The Dolls series, a show that chronicles the chaos brought about by these seemingly innocent toys. It stars and is produced by Laura Dern from Big Little Lies and Issa Rae from Insecure. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new HBO series will shine a spotlight on the aftermath of the Cabbage Patch riots, particularly what took place in two small towns in Arkansas and will explore the effects of privilege, class, race, and what it meant to be a good mother back then. Not unlike the Black Friday chaos that rolls out every year in Wal-Marts and Best Buys across the US, the Cabbage Patch riots were as strangely violent as the name suggests. Although the dolls had been around since the late lsquo70s, they weren't bought by Coleco until the early lsquo80s when they were subsequently mass-produced. Coleco seemed to have underestimated the popularity of the doll, leading to riots all over the country. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/cabbage-patch-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bc7968a2d640e0f01e239aafcfd09e1b46847d131a3ace42cde331339d1dfdd1.jpeg Cabbage Patch Dolls The 80s It Toy This photo, taken on the 27th of November 1983, shows a customer happily displaying his purchase ndash a Cabbage Patch Kid doll, as he leaves a store in south Bellingham, Massachusetts. The picture also reveals the crowded storefront, with people lining up hoping to make a purchase of their own. Cabbage Patch Kids are moon-faced dolls made of cloth that caused waves among shoppers, leading them to line up for more than five hours just to make a purchase. The Cabbage Patch empire's rapid rise to popularity may be attributable to brilliant marketing strategies, or maybe it was their gimmick that no two Cabbage Patch Kids were the same. Regardless, it took off to great heights and by the fall and winter season of 1983, these dolls were considered the ldquoit toysrdquo of the season. The increased demand meant that stocks were literally flying off the shelves, with Coleco unable to produce enough to meet demands. According to Timeline, the company produced two million dolls in anticipation of the holiday season, but they ended up being sold out by early October. Hundreds of customers waited in line outside stores for hours on end, hoping to get a chance to grab one of the store's limited range of 40-50 dolls. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/cabbage-patch-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/22433d8671a112abca4afe5bd9d8428f018bc82e8f9997d228797584bf27be20.jpeg Cabbage Patch Dolls The 80s It Toy In a 1983 Victoria Advocate article, it stated that it wasn't unusual for shoppers to travel and even cross state lines and wait in line at different stores just to get a chance at buying a popular toy. Stores ended up raising prices from $17.99 to $23.99, equivalent to about $60 in today's currency. More often than not, shoppers went home empty-handed, failing to get their hands on the coveted toy. This scarcity led to some arguments and scuffles with fellow shoppers and even some violent incidents. Indeed, it was the first case of holiday hysteria which has now become commonplace in America's shopping routine. The same article described incidents in which shoppers were injured, including a woman suffering from a broken leg, a pregnant woman and 75-year old man getting trampled, and another Cabbage Patch hopeful being almost knocked unconscious by a fellow shopper's elbow. Those who were fortunate enough to get their Cabbage Patch Kid from stores ran to their cars as fast as they could, fearing that someone would grab the doll out of their arms. In a case at a Zayre store, an employee had to use a baseball bat to fend off a crowd of 1,000 trying to enter the store and grab a doll. At other stores, they tried to avoid chaos by handing out tickets for every doll in stock or by limiting the number of people allowed inside at a time. As crazy as it sounds, these riots truly happened. In fact, they were the inspiration behind the 1988 film, Child's Play. The film features Good Guy dolls, which drew the same sort of fanaticism as Cabbage Patch kids. Thankfully, no Cabbage Patch Kid has ever been reported to have had any murderous urges. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/cabbage-patch-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8c69b08e67c052f3afad338c3bc92a59e30c0937b7373c8e663745efd39e96b2.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-slang/ 5 Slang Words From The 80s That Were Totally Rad The lsquo80s was a vibrant era in almost everything, from fashion and fitness to huge hair and awesome music. It was also an era of unique words and phrases, the youngsters of the time developing their own rad lingo to differentiate themselves from older generations. While many of these words and phrases were phased out as new decades took over, a lot of them are still in use today. Perhaps you yourself use a few from the list below on a daily basis without realizing they're from the lsquo80s. 1. What's Your Damage? This phrase simply means, ldquoWhat's your problem?rdquo When used in a sentence: ldquoI can't believe you are doing this. What's your damage?rdquo 2. Rad Many people still use this term, and it refers to something that's cool and good. It's the shorter form of radical. When used in a sentence: ldquoThe Smiths' new album is so rad!rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-slang/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/378f3790f7e3cc41850482a6aa5f8441fc1f9a5ef9fe5cb685b53eec2e5d48ee.jpeg 5 Slang Words From The 80s That Were Totally Rad 3. Psych The meaning of psych depends on how it is used in a sentence. You may use the term if you're excited to do something or to go somewhere. When used in a sentence: ldquoI'm so psyched to go to Helen's party this weekend!rdquo Psych can also be used to say you're joking/kidding. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-slang/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/be61ac4349806ddbb0c3f6adb6ec4d661431370610712fd1ac14bc156cb0c156.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/ The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! Sometimes, fan theories turn out to be so much better than a show's original plotline. They are usually carefully plotted, featuring clinical precision in terms of continuity and lore. Though, of course, some are just downright hilarious. ALF and ThunderCats are both famous shows from the '80s, but looking back now, they had ridiculous plotlines. Surprisingly, people still dedicate hours of their lives trying to devise an unlikely link between the two shows. Brilliant? Ridiculous? That's a big ldquoyesrdquo to both. For those who don't know, ThunderCats is an animated series that revolves around cat-like humanoid characters who were forced to escape their homeworld, Thundera, in search of ldquoThird Earth.rdquo Upon arrival, the survivors continue their fight against their age-old enemies: the Mutants of Plun-Darr and the sorcerer Mumm-Ra. ALF, meanwhile, is a live-action sitcom about an alien with a sarcastic personality and a weird craving for cats. He accidentally crashes into the garage of a human family, far away from his home planet, Melmac. As different as the two shows may seem, a fan theory posted on Reddit tells a tale that connects them in such a way that it could be the real deal. The theory suggests that ALF came from a species that isn't just sarcastically lovable but is also responsible for the terror that engulfed Thundera. The theory suggests that this Melmacian-sparked war gave birth to the terror that is Mumm-Ra. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a6b6775437b83b10d3d3be6205beda8670f81464b4f1ec7cd66fcf4b80035130.jpeg The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! The Theory as a whole https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e800886e3e251cd7463435b656ae3fdb2ce2196a51ade0fdeaf1bbb8f879fa37.jpeg The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! Here's the actual theory posted on Reddit: https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3761f452c6bb4a9608aea0e7f7ee7862c85e976adb8a502ed5105dbf2caee5cf.jpeg The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! ALF, Destroyer of Worlds https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8dcbf97b0f86b6d488bca7f55a20d5a373c7538fab9ad1bb9368b9e818e0286b.jpeg The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! The Dying Society of Thundera https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eeb71a09705453565eac67fc23f5e1f6c977b29a7b48e96912dab170a2a11b69.jpeg The Most 80's Thing You'll Ever Hear Today Is This ThunderCats/ALF Fan Theory On Reddit That Actually Makes So Much Sense! But Wait, There's More https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/thundercats-alf-cross-theory/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9adb0e401ff920c9722cbb44e95faaf0557f87a055172e0f15ee2de1abc39847.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/mtv-launches/ MTV Introducing A New Way To Enjoy Videos Before the advent of YouTube, MTV was one of the mainstays of the entertainment industry when it came to watching video clips. First airing on the 1st of August 1981, Music Television (MTV for short), debuted as a cable channel with one main purpose: to air music videos for its viewers. Since launching, MTV has evolved into its own empire, gaining the attention of various stars and artists. It has managed to gain ground in both television and music markets, influencing the culture of entire generations. The first MTV broadcast kicked off with footage of the space shuttle Columbia during its first launch countdown, with the words ldquoLadies and gentlemen, rock and rollrdquo uttered over the video. These words are now immortalized in history, marking the launch of a very successful channel. Apart from the unforgettable first broadcast, the first music video aired on the channel was also quite fascinating. Video Killed the Radio Star, a song by the British rock band The Buggles, was first to grace the screen. Martha Quinn, one of five of the channel's original video jockeys (or VJs), recalls the night the channel launched. She said it was a very emotional event and they were all crying. She even compared it to the birth of a child. Quinn served as one of the VJs who contributed to the non-stop broadcasts during the channel's first year. Along with MTV's memorable firsts, the channel seemed intent on making an impact on its audience, launching with the tagline ldquoYou'll never look at music the same way again.rdquo MTV certainly delivered on this promise. The channel was indeed true to their word, quickly delivering on their tagline. Within months after the channel launched, American record stores began stocking albums that were promoted on MTV, rather than those on local radio stations. The channel's fame as a platform for discovering new artists also gave way to the second British Invasion. These new musical acts from overseas managed to make waves with the US audience. MTV has truly made history with its 24/7 dedication to music videos, defining its very own generation of music aficionados. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/mtv-launches/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7c463b6ef0f356e1f5e88c331270d60efb0f982f88afbb710e2fbf7cdfadca84.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/ Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Aristotle's controversial claim that 'No great genius without a strain of madness raises questions. In the past, brilliant minds grappled with misunderstood mental disorders, enduring strange treatments like exorcism for what we now know as schizophrenia. Outdated remedies included electroshock and bloodletting, while dietary changes and tooth extractions were suggested. Remarkable individuals overcame mental afflictions, achieving greatness. Let's dive into the historical figures who showcased genius amid their mental challenges... https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/140d2ac8adfbeed765ee131f01e93e3a8120a12d9f3e8b44a2239c1aea63a319.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio ndash Bipolar Disorder Caravaggio, born Michelangelo Merisi (1571-1610), was a celebrated figure of the Italian Renaissance and a pioneer of modern painting. His renowned masterpieces, such as The Death of the Virgin and David with the Head of Goliath, are characterized by their dramatic use of tenebrism, employing shadows to intensify focal points and evoke powerful emotions. However, Caravaggio's artistic brilliance was accompanied by a tumultuous personal life marked by violence and erratic behavior. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/de913586c53b13c983862a7a18760b6ea24ac5c8d4e435ea8f7f4f683b189333.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Sigmund Freud ndash Depression and Anxiety Sigmund Freud (1856-1939), originally Sigismund Schlomo Freud, hailed from Austria and was a pioneer of psychoanalysis. He earned his medical degree in 1881 at the University of Vienna and later became a docent in neuropathology through habilitation. Freud's impact transcended psychology he introduced terms like Freudian, penis envy, Oedipus Complex, repression, id, ego, and super-ego into our lexicon. His contributions extended to advancements in mental health treatment. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/416c973dba239535f0a35c3303889f61520cb7fe19bdbd1c5c7da56ab62bdb2f.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Abraham Lincoln ndash Depression Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), the 16th President of the United States, is celebrated for his leadership during the American Civil War. However, beneath his strong exterior, Lincoln battled clinical depression throughout his life. Described as melancholy by those who knew him, Lincoln's struggle with depression was a constant companion. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2b5fabf3e9a59860533103db64eff6dc612e3636e9b201a2dcd56f16bb41790b.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Vincent van Gogh ndash Depression, Anxiety and Manic Moods Vincent Willem van Gogh (1853-1890), a renowned Dutch Post-Impressionist artist, left an indelible mark on Western art history. Despite starting as an art dealer, he ventured into painting in 1881, creating over 2,000 artworks. Paradoxically, he struggled throughout his life and was deemed an unsuccessful artist. It was only after his tragic suicide on July 27, 1890, by self-inflicted gunshot, that he gained fame. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b428ac4b8f4c226d81711740cfd672cf6d993de941d1fd67a5da6612712524f8.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Virginia Woolf ndash Depression and Bipolar Disorder Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was a renowned British writer celebrated for her pioneering non-linear and stream-of-consciousness novels. Virginia Woolf's mental health has been subject to extensive scrutiny and analysis. From the age of 13, following her mother's death, she grappled with mood swings oscillating between despondency and manic excitement. She also experienced psychotic episodes, which led to a period of treatment in an asylum. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9e7d50ff13b5b9ce0ef0c867be71076ac4afe3f4f5e051bbd394777c9f33bec4.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Ludwig van Beethoven ndash Bipolar Disorder and Manic Depression Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was a prominent German composer and pianist who played a pivotal role in the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music. Tragically, his hearing began deteriorating in his late 20s, leading him to withdraw from public performances and conducting in 1811. Nevertheless, he continued composing, producing some of his most remarkable works during the last 15 years of his life. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5a72847a7eb722317e5c7f830075f7440bea3a1a874c77855e3bfac2e546f9d3.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Edvard Munch ndash Anxiety and Depression Edvard Munch (1863-1944) was a Norwegian painter and printmaker. He was most famous for his work The Scream which he painted in 1893. He was a sickly child growing up. The time he was away from school, he spent it drawing to keep himself occupied. Despite his passion for the arts, he enrolled in a technical college to study engineering because his father viewed art as an ldquounholy traderdquo. He died in his estate on January 23, 1944. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cff07af16e43ece13c1f0196df831cf28317673722ec8f4a23c4d10878b83f2a.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Sir Isaac Newton - Manic Depression Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727) was a British mathematician, astronomer, theologian, author, and physicist. He was one of the most influential scientists and the shining light of the scientific revolution. In recognition of his scientific works, Queen Anne knighted Newton in April 1705. He spent the later years of his life with his niece and her husband in Cranbury Park. He died in his sleep on March 20, 1727. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/55660ac44066f530e99f8c1046b448913c8ffd81deb0312ae21d8f083a904817.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Charles Dickens ndash Bipolar Disorder Charles Dickens (1812-1870) is an English writer and social critic whose works regarded him as the greatest novelist in the Victorian era. Works such as A Tale of Two Cities, Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, and David Copperfield have been translated and retold in many languages. Dickens suffered a stroke and died on June 9, 1870. He was later buried in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, the greatest honor available to a British writer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6bccfbbeb70194fa9e3e44e86dee9bbd7ab2156f15c5e79dd29fb55e2b5a7e3a.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders John Nash ndash Schizophrenia John Forbes Nash, Jr. (1928-2015) was an American mathematician who made significant contributions to game theory, differential geometry, and the study of partial differential equations. His theories were widely used in economics in which he received a Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. He lived a long life until he was killed in a car crash that also took his wife's life on May 23, 2015. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/32cc58325d430889fc6f00f2d8dff44be436afa7a356a3a7c3d41a1533a62a01.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Sir Winston Churchill ndash Depression Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was a British politician, statesman, army officer, and writer. He became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945, making him one of the inspirational leaders during World War II. Aside from being a soldier and politician, Churchill was also a celebrated writer. He produced innumerable articles, 43 books, and left 15 tonnes of personal papers at his death on January 24, 1965. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f5238a9c5f086383446e5645905fdf0d6ecaf178f1aaf489496c08fca4f0f38b.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Jack Kerouac ndash Schizophrenia Jack Kerouac (1922-1969), an American poet and novelist, left an indelible mark on 1960s culture. He was a pioneer of spontaneous prose, with his iconic novel On the Road written on a continuous 120-foot scroll in just three weeks. Kerouac staunchly adhered to the principle of first thought, best thought. His life took a different turn when he served in the US Merchant Marine, but he was later hospitalized in 1943 due to Dementia Praecox (schizophrenia), rendering him unfit for service. Sadly, he passed away at 47 due to abdominal hemorrhage, the result of a lifetime of heavy drinking. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f847729e296051e27c00a5600f5c98facdda1aba2d21aee8a444e4b3dfe9d21b.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Napoleon Bonaparte ndash Narcissistic Personality Disorder Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a French statesman and military leader who became popular during the French Revolution. As the country's ruler, he revolutionized the French military, reorganized education, and passed the egalitarian Napoleonic Code. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fabcc478b244e6133c1e2a8247fc50aefc8f534f2f8992b7e7583cfddd5c9cbd.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Leo Tolstoy Depression Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910), real name Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy, was a Russian writer and was considered as one of the greatest writers of all time. His writing was brutally realistic without recourse to artifice. His famous works include War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1859). After leaving Kazan University where he was studying law and oriental languages, he began writing and worked on his first novel Childhood. He led a lax and leisurely lifestyle until he joined the army in 1851. When he returned from service, he changed from a dissolute and privileged society author to a non-violent and spiritual anarchist. When his health started to decline, he spoke and wrote about death. Then, after living a full life until the age of 82 in 1910. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9aa341f174c8dba3a75dab769e980ff593776641dc16a75f84d61b0e513b5e42.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Edgar Allan Poe ndash Depression and Bipolar Disorder Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, editor, and literary critic. He is best known for his mysterious and macabre poetry and short stories. His much-loved works include The Raven and The Murders in the Rue Morgue. Although he was not as popular in the United State, he was an instant hit in Europe. He was most popular in France where his biggest fans included Charles Baudelaire. He married his 13-year-old cousin in 1836 and published his poem The Raven two years after. He died at the age of 40 on October 7, 1849. His cause of death was not known but has been speculated to be anything from rabies and syphillus to murder (possibly via the practice of cooping). https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4e12e181c40ead75408da4811cbe8da74d2d47f4dcf102eaf63fdc93897b17ec.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Nikola Tesla Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Nikola Tesla (1846-1953) was a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist. He contributed to the design of a modern alternating current electricity supply system through his innovation of the rotating magnetic field. As early as 1893, he discussed the possibility of wireless communication between devices. Had it not been for the shortage of funding, we would have seen this technology earlier. For years, he attempted to develop inventions he could patent and market. Tesla conducted a range of experiments with mechanical oscillators/generators, electrical discharge tubes, and early X-ray imaging. His experiments had varying levels of success but affected his finances tremendously. He left behind unpaid bills in various New York hotels and died in January 1943. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0a3a2a4dbbfe5b1cc09947acd529d54b40077e2719fc74248ad690e85c20e800.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Ernest Hemingway Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) was an American journalist, novelist, and short-story writer. He was remembered for his works such as For Whom the Bell Tolls and The Old Man and the Sea for which he won a Pulitzer Prize. Then in 1954, he won the Nobel Prize for Literature in recognition of his literary achievements. He served in World War I as a driver for the American Red Cross ambulance. His wartime experiences became important parts of his novel Farewell to Arms. He was also known for his simple yet gripping narrative. Unfortunately, his perfectionism took a toll on him until he took his life with a shotgun on July 2, 1961. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/28bb110556df1033d14c19e49bf84de3cd67392d212f3049846c84e1e300a13e.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders William James Depression William James (1842-1910) was an American philosopher and psychologist. He was also the first educator to offer a psychology course in the United States. He was also one of the first people to study religious experiences and visions from a scientific point of view. Because of his influence as a philosopher, he was labeled as Father of American Psychology. He established the philosophical school of pragmatism with Charles Sanders Peirce. In addition, he was also cited as one of the founders of functional psychology. He suffered from cardiac pain and sailed to Europe for experimental treatments. Unfortunately, his heart failed, and died on August 26, 1910. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9e1b2d9f147122e90b2310c15a38e3aaeed5ec13a761d65d2ca46e335810e8e1.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders William Tecumseh Sherman Bipolar Disorder General William Tecumseh Sherman (1820-1891) was an American soldier, businessman, educator, and author. He was known as the general in the Union Army who has an outstanding command in military strategy. His position, despite his harshness, was crucial to the Unions victory during the American Civil War. He was a ruthless military commander with an uncompromising approach to warfare. After the Civil War, he remained a soldier until he resigned when he deemed himself mentally incapable of command in 1861. He died of pneumonia on February 14, 1891. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1f73cd64e8571f4fcaeca1cf712ea88eee8cffa127ec368f2e2c8081590366c8.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Sylvia Plath Depression Sylvia Plath (1932-1963) was an American poet, novelist, and short-story writer who was credited for advancing confessional poetry. She was a key figure in twentieth-century literature and feminism. She started writing poetry at the age of eight, with her first poem published in the Boston Traveller. By 1950, when she attended Smith College, she has already written 50 short stories and has been published in a magazine. She majored in English and won prizes in writing competitions. She also earned a Fulbright Scholarship to study at Newnham College, Cambridge. She was married to a famous Welsh poet, Ted Hughes, whom she met at Cambridge. Her life was short-lived, dying at the young age of 30 on February 11, 1963. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/82512d7bac43acc8e16ee4688ca57cce032e4bb59bb12a82f5e91db1a0c3ab92.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Historical Figures and What They Looked Like KING TUT The boy pharaoh of Egypt reigned from 1334 B.C. until his untimely death in 1324 B.C. when the young king was presumably killed by a hippopotamus while hunting. The boy king would have been forgotten by history if it werent for his tomb being rediscovered in 1922. But it would take many, many years for us to get a glimpse at who this young pharaoh was. All thanks to Howard Carter, we can finally see his likeness. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/df1f6834226b1d48b7c10383b552600f4e1ba601bec53d86d7b2d5f38a130030.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Boy Who Was Pharaoh This image of the young King is a depiction of what his body possibly looked like during his reign, all thanks to modern technology that utilized CT scans plus over 2,000 digital scans of his remains that provided us with clues as to his state of being. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a5788597a6acb764c064cced7f8f69008dce9d10bdc27ffe7395935f7301800a.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders NERO Nero Claudius Caesar was a psychopath, a self-proclaimed artist, and the emperor of Rome from 54 to 68 A.D. Nero Claudius Caesar was so hated by his subjects that his acts have gone down in history. Although, it is no longer clear exactly what he did or didnt do thanks to the wide spread hatred that he caused. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dcf49af968e81865ff4e84665a3b60de6cc49f419ac18b6efdcc4ff900a78ea9.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Nero the Pyro? With modern technology and face recognition software, the image below gives a haunting resemblance of what Nero may have actually looked like, fire-red chinstrap beard and all. The impression here, of his devil may care stare and the wry smirk would strike fear in almost anyone during that time. You can almost see the crazy coming off of him. But his deeds speak for themselves. In 64 A.D. Rome burned for three days straight. Many believe Nero started the fire himself and reveled in the discord while singing on the roof. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eb9db225f1b9b9152f18eceaf154eea8696bff48c54409520ce42d4722aad30c.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Face of Nefertiti Nefertiti was by far the most beautiful woman in all of Egypt. Her beauty is beyond legendary, and she has been depicted in artwork throughout history. But who was she really? And was her beauty really as marvelous as everyone proclaimed during that time? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/26119f82a44ef75a24ff62bd174f00d212e0b7bea2f7ce0a1217cbfc38e2a00a.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Hidden Beauty Under the stucco that created the bust of Nefertiti was an even more enchanting woman than ever imagined. The sculptor, Thutmose, however, never intended for the limestone bust to be seen for it revealed the beauty had some blemishes including wrinkles and bumps on her nose. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/788640f4936925f007298586993602f1b99c7c0c903440063bd699f20405b2d3.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Robert the Bruce During the time-turmoil in Scotland, a great man rose up to stake his claim on the crown. Robert the Bruce took the throne in 1306 despite King Edward I proclaiming Scotland a part of England. In order to make things right and give Scotland the sovereignty it deserved, Robert the Bruce took to arms. It was then in 1314, Robert annihilated the English army and preserved Scotland as its own entity. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c19feb56a0ccbdc9b56c205c23f459bca1f2acb2285152caa07b4e48bec52a9.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders All Hail the King of Scotland Robert the Bruces remains may have been dug up 200 years ago, but it wasnt until 2016 when we finally got a glimpse of this man thanks to some remarkable historians from the University of Glasgow and the extraordinary Face Lab technicians from the University of Liverpool. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/93ce23cc37f6a26cb2a801f0a7a3fe853c6818e25569b5ae2c60f1e69119f48c.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Cunning Cleopatra She was the Queen of Egypt, and tales of her beauty and her love affairs are well known. After all, she is partly responsible for Romes destruction. But who was she really? Was she as beautiful as Elizabeth Taylor who portrayed her on the silver screen? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1a83c22f72f64cdbd094e32315c05ebf2b77fdc43444ce5d4fcef50be7d26e92.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Will the Real Cleopatra Please Stand Up? Cleopatra may have won the hearts of the men of Rome, but it wasnt through her looks. It was most likely due to her intelligence and possible manipulative ways that she got what she wanted. The artistic rendering of what may be the most accurate depiction of Cleopatra shows a more modest look and not so classically beautiful features. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d96c17e2a61a4b9a569eb56763ad43f6f94c32829abee5680c0f4bd2c906a52f.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Great Julius Caesar Julius Caesar was a great general and became one of the greatest leaders in the Roman Empire. He won many campaigns across all of Europe. But in 60 B.C. he struck a deal with two other Romans who started the Triumvirate. However, in 50 B.C. one of the members died leaving Caesar and Pompey the Great to duke it out to the bitter end for ultimate authority over Rome. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5e0fb02b6b58c0bdd4f6f590cca3d9ee2a1f8d78f3cb0bd3edfdb3ed9afe1001.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Et Tu Brute? There were many things that caused Caesar to fall. Of course it didnt help that one of the men that started the Triumvirate, Pomey, had in fact sided with the Senate. Or the fact that Caesar had got caught up in a love affair with the cunning Cleopatra. But perhaps the reason for his fall from greatness was his ruthlessness. After all, it was Caesar who won the Battle of Pharsalus in 48 B.C. which gave him the ultimate power in Rome. But we all know how it ended for him -- stabbed on the Senate floor in March 44 B.C. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1a80d6be84a2fa4c3f3e6f92768da46e2d86292276f5b55dd82359d2bdc02d18.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Queen Elizabeth I: The Virgin Queen It was a time of turmoil. The Tudor family was in control of England when Henry VIII's daughter Mary--also known as Bloody Mary--died. The only person next in line was Elizabeth, the illegitimate daughter of Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cd10b46e5111c79d8f7b48fa792f2543de9372a81e55f280fc8baaaeb7a95f1d.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Presenting Queen Elizabeth I Elizabeth reigned from 1559 until 1603 and brought peace to England. The era of her rule has gone down in history as The Golden Years due to the peace that swept over the nation during her reign. Although she had to settle inner disputes and strife between the Catholic Church and Protestants, along with defeating the Spanish Armada, her reign brought forth a time of great works of art and a flourishing creative community. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f968759ac0b93ae2bdd45d7358560935214927f70b142a33787645e502987ec8.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders William Shakespeare During the time of Queen Elizabeth I, William Shakespeare's work flourished. He gave the world some of the best plays ever written. From Midsummer Nights Dream, to Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeares works have resonated throughout the ages. From 1564 until 1616, Shakespeare was a highly sought after playwrite, and he gave us countless many terms that we still use today. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3acd354eda11320d17936b2a855e7de011de4d5fd382b728609bab1c1074b292.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Face of Shakespeare Despite the many images that were created during and after his life, it was Shakespeares death mask that Dr. Caroline Wilkinson used to create a 3D image of the great writer. This render of Shakespeare in his golden years provides a very clear and realistic image of the great writer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/78a9a53209d9a688000671c4916791043cc6328585f547c5254f86031d62d504.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders George Washington: Americas First President George Washington was more than just a major player in the fight for Americas independency from England, he was a great man with a strong moral compass that always pointed North. He ruled America from 1789 until 1797 and stepped down from office despite the fact he could have easily won another term. Instead of creating a monarchy, he set forth the modern terms for the presidency that we see in existence today. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/17792c62be9d210ac6de0991d94eef110d6e201d22c089c7a361be67ed1595d7.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Ladies and Gentlemen, the President of the United States Here we have a rendition of the great first president George Washington, that was created by a group of researchers at New Jersey Medical in Newark. While you cant see his ivory teeth, you can imagine this man as real flesh and blood, with blemishes and all. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0ccf9e0c1309a272c6f756ad6b32d605454bbeb0a235ee8d0314614f0acee6fd.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Mary Stuart aka Queen Mary of Scots Mary Stuarts life was not as romantic as it was depicted in the television show Reign. Her father passed away shortly after her birth which in turn made Mary a queen at the tender age of six-days-old. Because she was just a baby, her mother sent her away to France to grow up and hopefully marry the Dauphin of France. But her time in France was short lived even after wedding the Dauphin, who tragically died at a young age. Struggling to hold on to her crown, Mary returned home to Scotland in 1559. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/37f407ad72783650b5cc16be733e0eed6616de18c81c868ebaaf3a687ff7e72c.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Face of a Queen Was there more to her than the pale-faced saint-like images that were created during her reign? Well, Professor Caroline Wilkinson, the same one to recreate William Shakespeare went on to work on revealing the visage of Mary Queen of Scots. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1a040cc9681ffe99f4c38bdd201d2d981115954e16e651bb99cea2c796671b04.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Tyrannical Richard III Richard III may have been the shortest reigning King in all of Englands history. He was on the throne from 1483 until 1485 and was portrayed in William Shakespeares play of the same name as a tyrannical dictator. Although, he may not have actually had the chance to be such a tyrannical ruler due to his short reign. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/82191df2958b306c893f4346754cfd58b7e7655beca6a7e9816ff764372fb76b.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders A Face Like No Other So what did this King really look like at the end of it all? Well, piecing together an accurate image of the king was difficult due to history and time taking a toll on his body. Once Richard fell to Henry, he was gone with no grave site to show where he laid. It took many years to find his final resting place. It wasnt until 2012, when a team of researchers pieced together clues that lead them to an underground parking lot where they exhumed his body. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d4a9cba159b16bb162298ca5d4fa3c84a458a5114e7ecde1345c8c57d81a97c0.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Beloved of the God Amun: Metiramun Meritamun was an Egyptian who may have been of nobility. The only reason anyone knows anything about her is due to her skull traveling halfway around the world and ending up at the archives at the University of Melbourne. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6e9f8f33fbbd1fd3d1077a7983e4c825ff0e2eff921e9bc1c9b225b370d8d459.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders An Egyptian Noble According to what the researchers have found out, Meritamun had developed a sweet tooth which was discovered from her tooth decay. This evidence shows that the woman lived around the time when Alexander the Great started bringing sugar into Egypt after he conquered the land. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3b88051985932811656102d4a1ab1624faa94bd8cb4e11150bf4156bae5cc949.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Reign of Terror: Maximilian Robespierre Just like Robert III, Maximilian Robespierre had a very short reign. Only, Max wasnt the King of France, he was the head of state, a title that wasnt granted by birth, but by votes. During his two years as Frances leader, he managed cause such fear and hatred that his reign was dubbed The Reign of Terror. This was of course after King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were beheaded along with many people who ended up on the wrong side of the guillotine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/50590a0b0f13a12c228bbfa10879110a3b116198bebfcdca569e7c2d55b4d561.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Off With His Head Its no surprise that Max soon lost favor with the people as he tried to continuously force his beliefs on the population. And after a long two years of blood in the streets, it was finally his blood that spilt, by none other than the guillotine. On July 28, 1794, Max was dragged through the streets after being arrested and shot in the face the day before. He was met with the blade of the guillotine along with 21 others who supported his cause. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9fd67f5323985fcc66222d24f69cb5bbaab7a75a18d0a884f52c15d7c643ade3.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Lord of Sipan There have been many monumental discoveries over the years. From King Tut the boy king to Lord of Sipan, who was discovered in 1987 in Peru. The discovery of the Lord of Sipan was very similar to that of the Egyptian Pharaoh's discovery as history may have completely forgotten all about him had it not been for a dedicated team of archaeologists. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eb0400548fcbe9dc99177963aa5057871d67ca2243a08e31fd52382243d88c7e.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Man in the Tomb Thanks to modern day technology, the forensic team was able to reconfigure the skull even after pressure from the dirt smashed the skull into 96 different pieces. The process of reconstructing the skull was led by the Brazilian Team of Forensic Anthropology using a long drawn-out process called photogrammetry. The process uses cameras set to varying degrees to capture all that they could from all different angles. Once the photography was complete, a composite 3D image was created. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/55786fdd87820e454dbd39bff8a15adc711174ad44786f9d196ea44abc6c71ca.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Ditchling Road Man The Ditchling Road Man was discovered in Brighton, England. He probably arrived in Britain from Central Europe approximately 4,400 years ago. You might not be able to tell from the image but from his skeleton, it can be deduced that this man probably suffered from malnutrition that could have potentially affected his growth. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fdc1e2fc8939730e442252492b6b0db4cb3a5fc132849aeda2856e996eeac234.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders Jesus Christ According to some historians, Jesus of Nazareth was born around 4 B.C. and while he goes by many names, no other person has more paintings of their likeness in the entire Western world. With so much mystery shrouding Jesus' life, it is hard to find a plausible resemblance of the man. Many artworks show him with some form of halo or other saintly features, but does the artwork really look like the famous man that so many Christians have built their faith around? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cf20d5008850d4787fcc79a1e709756631e1500aafb0a4bdd7dbaa52beb89a6d.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders The Burial Shroud of Turin For many people in the region of Persia, they had coarse wavy hair that was dark and not straight as the image above suggests. But it wasnt until 1354 when a 14 foot cloth showed up with an image of a crucified man that unsettled scientists. The image clearly shows a man with holes in the wrists and ankles where the nails would have gone to hold him up. But what really makes the shroud so unbelievable is the blood stains around the head that showed a crown of thorns. For those who dont know, Jesus was said to wear a crown of thorns on his head when he was crucified by the Romans to mock his status as the Son of God. The shroud gave a bit more clarity of what Jesus may have looked like when he was buried, if the image in the shroud was actually him. Many are still skeptical over the evidence and it has caused many heated debates. But none the less, the shroud is a remarkable artifact either way. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6467a380d4a845385e7c354d88c30b83f35a8bf8281c3d0f8b71f8e827efda7f.jpeg Great Historical Figures With Mental Disorders A Dozen Men Died Fighting For Her Love This pretty lady is Princess Qajar of Persia, depicted in a photo that was recovered from the 19th century. Her full name was Zahra Khanom Tadj es-Saltaneh, and she exemplified the beauty standards of the region in her day. Masculine features were ideal for women, and feminine features for men, proving that the gender binary actually has been fluid for centuries! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historical-figures-mental-illness-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e093bc4160af666fb55b81f5a549e2a5a27990b0e47caf9fb1f8df9725ffc679.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-tv/ The Five Best Television Shows Of The 1980s 1980s Television At A Glance For those who grew up in the 1980s, this decade was the golden era of television. While it is best known as the era of big hair, bright colors, the Rubik's Cube, and dance and rock music, it was also the decade when significant developments in the television industry were made. The rise of cable television introduced audiences to more channels like CNN, HBO, and MTV, a far cry from the three channels that were available on network television at the time. 24-hour news channels were introduced, and police, crime, and detective dramas like Miami Vice, 21 Jump Street, and Remington Steele became increasingly popular. One-hour sitcoms and dramas dominated television, and the primetime soap operas that were introduced during this time changed people's viewing habits. The infomercial industry also came to prominence in the United States after rules on the amount of commercial content that could be shown on television were relaxed. The introduction of the remote control during this decade revolutionized the way people watched TV. Viewers could easily switch channels with the touch of a button, a practice which became known as ldquochannel surfing.rdquo Every decade has its share of iconic television moments, and the 1980s was no exception. More than one billion people worldwide tuned in to watch Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer's wedding, and more than 83 million watched J.R. Ewing get shot in the now-iconic third season finale of Dallas, one of the most watched broadcasts of the decade. Aside from The Simpsons which premiered in 1989, some of the most influential and beloved television programs in history also date back to this decade. The Best of 1980s Television 1. The Cosby Show Long before the public became aware of Bill Cosby's heinous criminal activity, he was a beloved stand-up comedian, actor, and musician who warmed the hearts of American television audiences. From 1984-1992, he starred in the NBC sitcom The Cosby Show, which he co-created with Edwin B. ldquoEd.rdquo Weinberger and Michael Leeson. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-tv/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/71253e9fb7b886939b7cdd94c90914a83ab30f87c50866bfb0c4897e2821fb32.jpeg The Five Best Television Shows Of The 1980s 2. Dallas Throughout the 1980s, television viewers tuned in to Dallas, a primetime soap opera that aired on CBS from 1978 to 1991. The show was directed by Leonard Katzman, Michael Preece, Irving J. Moore and many others, and starred Barbara Bel Geddes, Jim Davis, Patrick Duffy, Victoria Principal, Larry Hagman, and Charlene Tilton. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-tv/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dd9900182a6548775f604699184f32f24a715ac5afe0b8928e231ef61d536cfe.jpeg The Five Best Television Shows Of The 1980s 3. Full House Full House was a sitcom that aired on ABC from 1987 to 1995. The show was created by Jeff Franklin, producer of other 1980s sitcoms like Bosom Buddies and It's Garry Shandling's Show. The show's main characters Danny Tanner, Jesse Katsopolis, and Joey Gladstone were played by Bob Saget, John Stamos, and Dave Coulier, respectively. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-tv/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39a1584816e81ddbec13b98721e9273d1c1f905d368d0a780662db34dbdca929.jpeg The Five Best Television Shows Of The 1980s 4. Cheers Cheers was one of the biggest success stories to come out of television in the 1980s. The sitcom premiered on NBC in 1982 and almost didn't come back for a second run due to the first season's poor ratings. It eventually became one of the longest-running and most-loved sitcoms on American television, airing for a total of 11 years until 1993. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-tv/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6c339e74cd3db49d22c77eb4512b3033923bde6b34e3e3351925e0108a964c86.jpeg The Five Best Television Shows Of The 1980s 5. Hill Street Blues Hill Street Blues was a hit police crime drama that aired on NBC from 1981 to 1987. The show was produced by Steven Bochco, who would go on to spearhead other beloved television shows like Doogie Howser, M.D. and NYPD Blue. Michael Kozoll was his co-producer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-tv/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/081b0a17306cf6bda98c032a6499227efc9028b9ef197e78b10c6e94e754d7bc.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/40yearsofsimon/ The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games The 1970s saw a huge spike in demand when it came to battery-powered gaming gadgets. However, only one had enough long-term appeal to stand the test of time a game that has proven itself not only to be a classic but relevant as well. Simon Classic is the first descendant of the original game. (Photo from Hasbro) You might have noticed that the color combination of blue, red, green, and yellow is associated with the logos of some of the world's biggest tech giants including Google, eBay, and Microsoft. Before these companies staked their claim on the colors, they had already made a mark on people's minds thanks to Milton Bradley's product. The company (which has roots dating way back to the time of the Civil War) came up with an electronic party game named Simon, made up of four wide plastic arcs, each with a different color. The electronic game, named after the popular children's game ldquoSimon Says,rdquo worked by testing the memories of the players, making them repeat patterns of light (which got increasingly harder as the game progressed) by pressing the four different buttons. Players who pressed the wrong button, or failed to press the correct one in time, would be blasted by an offensive raspberry sound from the game. Back then, Simon was sold in stores for $25, equivalent to $92 in today's currency. It was a huge hit during the holiday season. Simon, despite being protected by a US patent, soon found itself amid numerous competitors. These included Einstein, a gaming gadget with a rectangular design that featured a commercial starring Bill Saluga, one of Gong Show's main characters, as Raymond J Johnson Junior, and the ironically named Copycat, an octagon-shaped gaming device from Tiger Electronics. The creator of the 1974 Touch Me game, Atari, also released a handheld version of the arcade game, without the light show excitement that Simon had to offer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6b41ada9241d773c2a3c8fa6ffd159a3eebf7dad7c2ff2991f46592834082f87.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games Milton Bradley's competition also tried to step up their game by producing electronic toys that had multiple games. One of the most prominent examples was Merlin, an electronic game produced by Parker Brothers that looked similar to Motorola's red MicroTAC cellular phone (which came into production ten years later). Merlin had an option to repeat the pattern for the players. Another game was Mego's Fabulous Fred, which featured ten games and nine multicolored buttons that lit up. By the end of the lsquo80s, however, these handheld electronic games lost their popularity and vanished from the market all save for Simon. In 1984, Hasbro acquired the Milton Bradley company. Randy Klimpert, director of Simon brand design and development at Hasbro, said that a lot of complex games came and went. Klimpert noted that what makes the now-classic Simon toy different is the simplicity of its gameplay. The basic elements involved in the game also allow them room to update it to keep up with modern times. Right from the first model of Simon, it was meant to be a multiplayer game. The players would sit around the table, with the glowing electronic game at its center, similar to how you would hold a seacuteance. According to Klimpert, however, the static nature of the game was more of a limitation of technology at the time rather than an intentional design choice. The original Simon was big and needed 4 D batteries, making it less than portable and meaning it couldn't help but take up lots of space. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/72b928ab73fbe2f7cf44ccb411d7db475b010f7d2096e69d8a35dfa1d6e12e20.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games For JP Dyson, director of the International Center for the History of Electronic Games in Rochester, New York, the basic gameplay of Simon is fascinating enough, but it is also attractively packaged with the lights and sounds. He credits the early success of the game to Simon's social feature, likening it to Pokeacutemon Go versus the isolation usually experienced from earlier models of handheld electronic games which involved a virtual reality experience alone. Featuring colored lights and a circular exterior, Simon looked like a pan flashing, something you'd think would follow in the footsteps of Pet Rocks in 1975. Fate had other plans as it didn't turn out the same way at all. Given the go signal by Milton Bradley, the game was first introduced during the Toy Fair Show in February 1978. It was formally launched in May at Studio 54, a swanky nightclub in New York. The party featured a 4-foot Simon floating like a UFO saucer above the crowd. Ralph Baer, co-inventor of the game and a pioneering engineer in the field of consumer electronics, shared in his autobiography that upon seeing Atari's Touch Me arcade game, an electronic game similar in concept, he thought that, while it offered nice gameplay, the system was poorly executed. He added that visually, it didn't make an impact and had horrible sounds. He then teamed up with Marvin Glass and Associates, one of the leading toy design companies back then, to produce what was initially intended to be named Feedback, an 8x8 inch square gaming toy. Baer has been touted as the father of video games after designing the Odyssey console by Magnavox, but Atari had managed to kill off its success with their product. The market for video games flourished while the demand for dedicated portable electronic games died down. Only Simon has endured the test of time. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9ea49ae5b4d5058d12e625401fca61f4f16e246154f918757eacce178845d57a.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games It seems Hasbro is driven to prove that no limitations exist in technology when it comes to the Simon brand. Throughout the decades, Hasbro has shaped Simon in different ways, including downsizing the original disc, converting it into a handheld game, making keychain-sized versions, and even releasing a model of the game that is shaped like Darth Vader's head. Hasbro has added to the basics of Simon many times, but here are the most notable versions that showed up over the years: 1979 Super Simon ndash Super Simon was introduced in 1979 by Milton Bradley. Straying from the original circular shape of the game, it featured a rectangle body with four buttons set out beside one another like the keys of a piano and a Decision button to reveal to players who reacted the fastest. Milton Bradley also introduced a variation to the game that replaced the progressive sequences with new patterns each round to make replicating them even more difficult. 2004 Simon Stix ndash Simon Stix, released in 2004, was modeled after the appearance of drumsticks connected to an audio cable. It was one of the earliest attempts to add sensors into the game and produce something similar to a cross between Simon and Bop-It. The latter is a smash hit toy acquired by Hasbro, with sensors as part of its integral function. Instead of pressing buttons like in the original game, players made use of the sticks, either shaking or crossing them, in response to the game's flashes of lights. The game, however, was criticized due to its use of 6 AAA batteries and for its lack of intuitive gameplay. 2005 Simon Trickster ndash In 2005, Simon Trickster was introduced on the market. It went beyond the game's original pattern, upping the ante by including three different variations during gameplay, specifically Simon Bounce, Simon Surprise, and Simon Rewind. The Bounce variation causes the color to move to different buttons while Surprise turns all the buttons into the same color, removing visual memory cues a player might use. Rewind makes players repeat the pattern but in reverse order. Just like the original Simon, Trickster was also more compact, but the entire premise of the game was abandoned in the end. According to the senior director of marketing for Hasbro's Simon brand, Jennifer Boswinkel, Trickster ended up straying too far from the original ldquowatch, remember, and repeatrdquo concept of the game. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4e704516d54340a12e4774c8be65ed8d201d20afd74a18a907f200d668a01955.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games 2011 Simon Flash ndash Simon Flash, released in 2011, was comprised of deconstructed blocks of the original Simon disc, similar to the more technologically advanced Cubes by Sifteo. Some of the gameplay variations included in the game are Simon Lights Out and Simon Shuffle. Lights Out involved players needing to rearrange the cubes into a pattern that would turn off all the lights, much like Mastermind but with lights. Shuffle, on the other hand, involved the players needing to rearrange the cubes to match the original order of colors. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ee4886d9849928cae77f36a10b161ff7252f57353ab6f33614b2679c3e3ad0e5.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games Apart from the lack of buttons, Air also introduced something new: focusing on collaborative play instead of the usual competitive vibe of the game. It allowed you to play all of the four colors at the same time, and to do that, you would need to use four hands. Boswinkel said that this change was in line with their vision of making it more than a solo experience. You could get your family and friends to join in and challenge them to replicate the patterns together. Simon Optix ndash Fashioned like a headset for augmented reality, Simon Optix is Hasbro's first wearable Simon. In the past, the company licensed the Simon name for a Simon wristwatch to Nelsonic. Optix, which costs $20, flashes lights in front of your eyes which you then need to repeat by waving your hands in front of the visor. Similar to Air but far from the classic game, Optix enables up to two colors to flash at the same time. The toy comes in a pack of two that allows players to engage in the game as individuals or collaboratively with another person. Headsets can also be synced, though Hasbro says that they have a limit of 15. Simon has faced a lot of competition over the years, not only from other electronic games but from technological challenges too. In recent years, its biggest competition has been from mobile games, with both Google Play and the iOS app store offering cheap and even free apps with a similar concept. While the toy industry has always struggled with video game competition, this genre is significantly threatening to Simon, a game with a simple theory at its core. With the release of Optix and Air, which both do away with the touch factor, recent developments in the game do give it a certain edge to help differentiate it from others in the market. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8781b45759364ae019c3d2d1f15a7673138c9d596284f00bd9027ce111780ff7.jpeg The Transformation of Simon A Closer Look at One of Americas Classic Games iMimic, a memory challenge game, is inspired by Milton Bradley's original Simon. For Klimpert, much of Simon's appeal comes from the experience of face-to-face gaming. Unlike smartphone games, Simon brings people together, regardless of whether you are playing against or with each other. Boswinkel says that Simon fans shouldn't worry about the future of the game as their current lineup is doing great in the market. Hasbro will be offering Simon Classic over the holiday season in response to overwhelming demand for the original that started it all. Let's hope history repeats itself and that Simon will once again reach the pinnacle of success. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/40yearsofsimon/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/991e9875232511345788400375aad2682c9862506a3a8af7430df39a770e0e89.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-we-are-the-world/ We Are the World Recording Gathers the Biggest Stars Of The 80s Arguably the most successful charity single, ldquoWe Are the Worldrdquo brought together the biggest pop stars of the 1980s. It was a worldwide success thanks to the collaboration of these major recording artists. With global interest sparked, ldquoWe Are the Worldrdquo raised more than $60 million for African famine relief. ldquoCheck your egos at the doorrdquo was producer Quincy Jones' special instruction to the stars asked to lend their voices to the recording. And the rest, as they say, is history. Prior to achieving phenomenal success, Jones had to be creative in bringing together dozens of music artists and getting the recording to sound the way he and songwriters Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie envisioned. Jones gathered the biggest artists of the era for an epic recording session of ldquoWe Are the Worldrdquo on the evening of January 28, 1985, straight after the American Music Awards. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-we-are-the-world/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d824cc05ed1ff10a4aaf742b92d581b0ec433b8aa2e58a0df6a12e998cd9f7ea.jpeg We Are the World Recording Gathers the Biggest Stars Of The 80s Singer/songwriter/activist/actor Harry Belafonte initiated the events that led to the famous recording of ldquoWe Are the World.rdquo Taking cues from the multimillion charity success of Band Aid's ldquoDo They Know It's Christmas?,rdquo Belafonte collaborated with Richie, Jackson, and Jones to create an American mission under the name ldquoUSA for Africa.rdquo Richie and Jackson penned the song over several days in January. Ken Kragen, Belafonte's manager (who also served as President of the USA for Africa Foundation, the nonprofit organization that supervised the earnings from ldquoWe Are the Worldrdquo) planned the marathon recording session on the night of the AMA's to ensure that the famous stars would already be together and able to sing. Among the 45 stars featured were lsquo80s icons like Cyndi Lauper and Huey Lewis pop legends like Tina Turner, Paul Simon, and Smokey Robinson country superstars Kenny Rogers and Willie Nelson and musical bigwigs like Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, and Ray Charles. Also spotted in the studio were half of the Jackson family, Irishman Bob Geldof, and co-organizer of Band Aid and Canadian comedian Dan Aykroyd. Prior to the historic recording of ldquoWe Are the World,rdquo these celebrated figures did as they were instructed and checked their egos at the door. Then, the big group sang, solos harmoniously diving into the chorus and soaring back into solos again. When the single was dropped on the airwaves, magic happened. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-we-are-the-world/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b3dd8645202c153ec0ad123e68298d4d866cca005087dc47c44d43f73fc66bfd.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/miracle-on-ice/ Here's Why The Miracle On Ice Was The Best Sports Moment Of The 20th Century The 1980 Winter Olympics could not have been more historic for the US hockey team thanks to its upset victory over the Soviets (the heavy favorites). Famously known as the ldquoMiracle on Ice,rdquo Sports Illustrated named this medal-round game ldquothe greatest sports moment of the 20th century.rdquo Prior to this spectacular achievement, there had been quite a few memorable sporting thrills. For example, Bill Mazeroski's striking walk-off homer against the Yankees in the 1960 World Series Bob Beamon's incredible long jump in the 1968 Olympics and the New York Jets' NFL-revolutionizing win over the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III. But, none of them created anything approaching the overwhelming emotion of the Miracle on Ice. Why? The Miracle on Ice outmatched all other remarkable sports moments because it was about more than just sports. It was about America and the country's most nurtured values, a big part of which involved standing against the Soviet Union, atheism, and oppression. To Americans, this game was a good-versus-evil event. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/miracle-on-ice/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c76e2fd9f4e1c65e87c316d4437fe03bfc3601c0cd778eec770befc68d1d7be1.jpeg Here's Why The Miracle On Ice Was The Best Sports Moment Of The 20th Century By way of a recap, US-Soviet relations in 1980 were on the tail end of a decades-long Cold War that had resulted in merciless hatred of the USSR from the US. The former seemed ever on the brink of launching a massive nuclear attack on America. So, for most Americans, the Soviets were evil bullies. Coincidentally, some of their hockey players were also soldiers in the Red Army, though they weren't involved in the vicious cruelty taking place in Afghanistan at the time as they were busy training to crush their foreign opponents in the Olympics. It was a virtual David versus Goliath showdown. The Soviet Union team consisted of professional players with meaningful experience in international competition. By contrast, the American team consisted of novice players. In fact, it was the youngest group in the US national team's history. Just as David defeated Goliath in the famous Biblical parable, the US team came out as the natural winners. With a 4-3 lead, winning the gold medal was a superlative show of dedication, courage, and teamwork. The 1980 US Olympic hockey team will forever be remembered as American heroes. They brought tears of jubilation, boosted the pride of their nation, and restored confidence amongst their countrymen. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/miracle-on-ice/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/63acf4c6716d2475e93ea1fc3f3d29b9bcb0d78c0c107d0c3f8ec99a4626b1a3.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/ettvblunder/ Were Pretty Sure You Failed to See This Pizza Blunder in ET: The Extra-Terrestrial, Too Almost 40 years after it hit the big screen, a blunder has been spotted in ET: The Extra-Terrestrial. This revelation came from Insidious writer Leigh Whannell. On Twitter, he stated he couldn't take it anymore and disclosed an inaccuracy that had been bothering him for years one that centers around pizza! Whannell tweeted: ldquoWon't stay silent on this bull any longer: Right before Elliot's first encounter with ET, his brother's friends tell him to wait for the pizza delivery guy and get one with ldquopepperonirdquo and no ldquolittle fishiesrdquo. YOU CAN'T DECIDE WHAT PIZZA YOU WANT A F T E R YOU'VE ORDERED.rdquo So, we did a little checking and found out that the writer's claim is actually spot on. In one scene, Elliott, played by Henry Thomas, was not allowed to join the game of Dungeons Dragons, until the pizza delivery guy arrived. As he waits, he's given the order to get one with everything but the little fishies. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/ettvblunder/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/43ab04c6c6407e1e309314a4abc9bddf01088d441f76adfbdef0fe538128a6d5.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/historic-queen-live-aid-80s/ Remembering Queens Iconic Live Aid Performance On July 13, 1985, the world's biggest musical acts came together for Live Aid, a benefit concert held simultaneously in London, England, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. The event, organized by Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure, was set up to raise funds for victims of the famine in Ethiopia. On the day of the concert, around 72,000 fans descended on Wembley Stadium in London, while over 100,000 fans arrived at the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia. Around two million people watched on television, and all were treated to a spectacle that featured performances from U2, Elton John, David Bowie, The Who, and more. Among those who performed, however, there was one group that stood out: Queen. The British rock group, led by Freddie Mercury, took to the stage and performed a few of their greatest hits: ldquoBohemian Rhapsody,rdquo ldquoRadio Ga Ga,rdquo ldquoHammer To Fall,rdquo ldquoCrazy Little Thing Called Love,rdquo ldquoWe Will Rock You,rdquo and ldquoWe Are The Champions.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historic-queen-live-aid-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/19e273ab60959723c9e5097d731d99529bd181b90be40d0cc3106b7c8e7c6ac7.jpeg Remembering Queens Iconic Live Aid Performance Decades later, footage from this now-iconic performance continues to make the rounds on social media, with many calling it one of the best live musical performances of all time. Some claim that this twenty-minute performance by Queen changed music history forever. Bob Geldof, one of the show's organizers, agreed that the band stole the show, saying that the group was the best band of the day ndash they played the best and had the best sound. It was the perfect stage for Freddie and the rest of the band. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historic-queen-live-aid-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6021ca9e043e8cd2cff32684ca16089127e9ac6cb88ffbfcafba9a789314391c.jpeg Remembering Queens Iconic Live Aid Performance In 2018, actor Rami Malek played Freddie Mercury in the hit biopic Bohemian Rhapsody. To prepare for the Live Aid scene, Rami says he watched Queen's performance over 1,500 times. He also hired a dialect coach, a movement coach, and took singing and piano lessons. In an interview with news.com.au, Rami mentioned that he and his team closely studied Freddie's movements and gestures. In the end, however, things didn't always match up and some aspects were a bit off. Regardless, Rami said that he felt ldquoreally aliverdquo and was in the moment, and he didn't want to lose the authenticity by focussing too much on perfection. After watching the film, it's fair to say that he did a phenomenal job. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/historic-queen-live-aid-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8400c5a22255f5b3b020409fba9ae53e7b6a3c1e30b1650479c105df09707437.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/5best80shairstyles/ 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today When we talk about the lsquo80s, the word ldquolow-keyrdquo does not exist. A plethora of colors gave life to every aspect of fashion, sequins were glimmering, and hairstyles were teased, feathered, and fluffed up to astonishing heights. By contrast, we currently live in a world where people follow the mantra less is more. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cc2f54ad682a9fb6b16658fb02f998ac26c4c568c446cab69e62e038b288aeb0.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today Colors https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ad30bc69409847be918d1fb64a712577d745c97e1d669fef3f215d9ea5319417.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today Accessories Your overall look wouldn't be complete without several bright accessories dangling from you. And while ponytails were a thing, people used headbands, hair bands, and the infamous scrunchies to create a unique, stand-out appearance. Take your inspiration from Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and other lsquo80s icons. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/872f7e35829d6baf274938f0c495c2bef1d0b92cdd116b930aab7ab6301d1b73.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today The Perm Back in the 1980s, curly locks were in. People couldn't get enough of this lsquodo, taking it to new heights by perming, teasing, and hair-spraying it like there was no tomorrow, all just to achieve an extra smidgeon of volume. Hair crimping was a colossal fashion statement, rocked by women of all ages. Many even resorted to permanent salon treatments ndash like perms ndash that would make their twisted locks last longer. Meg Ryan jumped on the perm bandwaggon with this twisty 'do. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b47c2688a9a3c1b4a90197b1966eb7d502ab0b40f100d12c7ad9959badec6f3e.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today The Mullet Who could forget that ldquoso bad it's goodrdquo fad of the lsquo80s: the mullet? Back then, they called it ldquoprom hairrdquo because having a killer mullet almost guaranteed that your crush would say ldquoyesrdquo when you asked her to the dance. This infamous lsquodo was a self-styling sensation that perfectly balanced the time-consuming effort of teasing, backcombing, and hairspraying most lsquo80s ladies had to go through for a night out on the town. While it was ubiquitous in the lsquo80s, the style doesn't sit well on just anyone. It takes a certain personality to be able to pull it off, like Patrick Swayze's. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/66563da142592e96c9887a581816be34827c927f624e97c53014148c958a5e89.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today Mohawks and Liberty Spikes While glam rock and hair metal had a specific look associated with them, so too did the lsquo80s punk scene. As the decade wore on, this movement rose to astonishing heights of popularity. With it came hairstyles that went against all the trends of the day. Though non-conformity was their war-cry, the mohawk, liberty spikes, and half-shaved heads became just as much a uniform as any other style of the time. Indeed, these lsquodos became the trademark of the punks and their ldquorage against the systemrdquo attitude. Just check out, Mr. T although that's technically a Mandinka, an African hairstyle, it certainly fits the pattern. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ed6c6a2a007c494c5893c65dc1183f557b943ce87b3b0dc64a7929b35520bcc0.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today Jheri Curls The Jheri curl was invented by a hairdresser named Jheri Redding, who (as you're sure to have noticed) named the unique style after himself. His lsquodo was taken up with gusto by the African-American community who loved the fact that it blended an uber-cool aesthetic into its low-maintenance ldquowash and wearrdquo style. The Jheri curl is characterized by a fleecy, crimped look, like Ice Cube's signature look. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4d7e07175e9e8e4b3413608244fb16d2d89096f68f93e737864d45d1d6a7c875.jpeg 5 Trends From The 80s That You Can Rock Today Feathering The concept of volume was so central to hairstyles of the lsquo80s that simple, straight hair became a rarity. Those who didn't dig the previous styles mentioned in this listicle turned to feathering as a way to keep their lsquodo bouncy. Layering the ends of the hair augmented the volume, thus freeing the wearer from the heavy burden of having to crimp or perm their locks. Farrah Fawcett's iconic look was emblematic of this style. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5best80shairstyles/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2ea2c10ca67d331bcef6afc8727ad0226ddfe23b4f834abbd23c5d2477c3b70f.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/wedding-of-the-century/ Why Princess Diana And Prince Charles' Wedding Remains The Most-Watched Of All Time The royal matrimonial ceremony of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle brought us back to thinking about the wedding of Diana and Charles. Even those of us who weren't yet alive back in 1981 know how powerful the occasion was, with millions of people around the world uniting to catch a glimpse of the royal newlyweds on TV or in the flesh. Indeed, had it not been for the union of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, the weddings of Prince Harry and Meghan, and Prince William and Catherine wouldn't have been quite so highly-anticipated. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/wedding-of-the-century/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/af45ad46ac2c969031de9142e73176961af866ac169e93d91e85e874a213adb8.jpeg Why Princess Diana And Prince Charles' Wedding Remains The Most-Watched Of All Time Everyone expected that Harry and Meghan's wedding would surpass the viewership of all previous royal weddings. While a staggering number of people tuned in, including many from America who stayed up to watch, it still failed to match Charles and Diana's viewership. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/wedding-of-the-century/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8c4f235558e036caf48605850ed278edb66f50985f94698986c369cca5276234.jpeg Why Princess Diana And Prince Charles' Wedding Remains The Most-Watched Of All Time In fact, Harry and Meghan were out-rated by four other royal weddings. These included the prince's brother's wedding to Catherine Middleton, which came in third place. The 1981 event remains the most-watched royal wedding to date, at least from an international point of view. It was an impressive feat, given that cable had not yet become a household staple. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/wedding-of-the-century/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f9e317efc515af160ebf465bf14407b8c1924d67721deac4902c55e94550e586.jpeg Why Princess Diana And Prince Charles' Wedding Remains The Most-Watched Of All Time To clarify, there were more Americans who watched Harry and Meghan's wedding, since the latter was quite a well-known actress prior to meeting her husband-to-be. Still, Charles and Diana's wedding is on a higher plateau, and can only be compared to Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco's union. What's amazing is that the latter couple's wedding was not televised at all as it transpired in 1956. It's also quite significant to mention that back in 1981, people weren't so connected to the problems of the world as we are today. The royal wedding piqued their curiosity, men and women alike. While everyone called Diana a commoner, she actually came from a family with an aristocratic background, which led her to socialize with the royals intermittently. Perhaps because of her ldquocommonerrdquo sensibility, she managed to resonate with the people. She also had a timid yet real personality that made the citizens relate to her. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/wedding-of-the-century/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/db3370926b5c3d678e49df49ad5d57ac40c60821540054f2256222f2b525ed9f.jpeg Why Princess Diana And Prince Charles' Wedding Remains The Most-Watched Of All Time No-one expected what would happen to the well-loved princess later on, but the wedding brought hope to the people and reawakened their fascination with the royals. Diana's tragic death brought home the fact that the royal life isn't always a fairy tale. Diana brought down the whimsical, dreamy aspect of becoming a royal family member, revealing the real dilemma behind her supposedly blessed life. Fake affection from her husband and the insistence of paparazzi brought her nothing but tragedy. While it seems her sons have truly married for love, unfortunately, the paparazzi remain. Charles and Diana's union will most likely remain the standard for how a fairy tale looks, though the reality was far from idyllic. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/wedding-of-the-century/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/12819ddb34c7aeba3b1bf8ca4a28afd1954e0c403f81fbd5ef90fd5c2c1af2d6.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/ Here's What Happened in Vegas For more than a century, courageous adults of all calibers have been flocking to Las Vegas, also known as Sin City, to push the boundaries of their moral makeup. Vegas has more than enough options when it comes to fun for adults within the city limits, and many of these photos will prove just that. The phrase Whatever happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas exists for a reason - lets hope the photos in this story dont get some of these people in trouble. Keep reading and judge for yourself. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Celebrity Life If youre a celebrity hoping to not be noticed, or photographed, then Las Vegas may not be the best location for you. In July of 1966, Bridgette Bardot, and her German fiance, Gunther Sachs, were photographed getting off their private jet in Las Vegas. Being that Vegas is known as the wedding capital of the world, they were there to get hitched. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/47c334734f2b47a8e8197c905c5188f93ebc78d1a4be7b70c670e005ee5f9431.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Showgirls Can Do More Than Dance In 1952, the Desert Inn was looking for ideas to spread the word about their new golf course, and someone had the brilliant idea of hosting a Showgirls Golf Tournament. Their idea worked. The PGA took notice and by 1953 they had hosted their own tournament on the property. The Showgirls event was so wildly popular it became an annual event. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Poolside Gambling Gambling wasnt always as prevalent in Vegas as it is today. In the 1960s, Sin City wasnt at all like the Las Vegas strip we know and love today. The strip we know today didnt come into being until 1989. Photographed here was a publicity stunt where the hotel decided to drop gambling tables down poolside to give their guests an opportunity to win, or lose, their money. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Elvis Is In The Building Vegas was such a hot spot for entertainment that even Elvis took notice. In 1975, Elvis wasnt his youthful self yet he still made women take notice. How could they not, he was known as the King for a reason. On a nightly basis, before he could leave the stage, women would rush on-stage and thrown themselves at him in hopes of just getting to touch just a piece of the legend. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Beautiful ladies are a Vegas staple Las Vegas wasnt originally created to be the glamorous city that it is today. However, thanks to mob money, it quickly evolved into an exciting vacation destination. As you can see here, in the mid-1950s, even the blonde bombshell Jane Mansfield was attracted to The Dunes Hotel in Vegas for posing poolside. This was around the time she was a Playboy Playmate of the Month. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Flight Is For The Birds Entertainment was key in Vegas and it brought all sorts of entertainers. In 1967, daredevil Evil Knievel decided to schedule a jump over the fountains at Caesars Palace. Unfortunately for him, due to a power failure, his jump was cut short and he suffered some very serious injuries. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d84a60beb9dffca48e88206cda0dcb415b85d5a461c8bb08acf24fa93e3bdaad.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Poker Pays In the mid-1970s, Doyle Brunson was a hard core poker player and quite the Vegas supporter. He had many back-to-back wins as The World Series of Poker player and the competition was starting to grow. As you can see in the photo below, he was winning big money in 1977. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e61db328ea8f37c98ff2ad0980bba1f9fe29fa81fc520e0453d01a1c397eb4f4.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Las Vegas Growth As we mentioned earlier, Las Vegas wasnt originally built to be Sin City as Mormons originated there. In 1905 the railroad made its way to the area and in 1910 gambling was illegal. Dont think gambling wasnt happening, it was just happening in underground casinos. Things changed in 1931 when the state of Nevada finally legalized gambling. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6deaeb1538faad139ed2f713b13588ec3bf55babb610dab1b99a6d6834ea8d8b.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Love Me Tender Most everyone knows someone who has gotten married in Vegas, it is afterall the wedding capital of the world. If you werent aware, on May 1, 1967 inside the Aladdin Hotel, a well known guy named Elvis Presley married his girlfriend, Priscilla, in front of 14 attendees. Women all around the world wept. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3a489a896e43a796a39ff5d641299a62c5246b44e9c244edb5ac864b68334667.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Sinatra Swooning We all know the name Frank Sinatra, but did you know he had mafia ties? He was one of the first celebrities to really gravitate towards Las Vegas, which pleased all those mobster investors. Below you can see his presence causing a stir for a young woman in the audience. He was quite the swooner and ladies flocked to see him nightly. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f5ce463244db22a6e03efe8d682b7d10b1174b617d91dcdd14e0a1a0bd2deefe.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Willie Nelson, Up In Smoke In 1980, Las Vegas was home to a plethora of top celebrities and musicians. One of the top headliners at the time was Willie Nelson. Hes well known for his love of marijuana, but at the time that may not have been all he was enjoying here in his Caesars Palace suite. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Vegas Loves Kids Vegas may not be a top destination spot for kids but that doesnt mean they dont support them in many endeavors. The city hosts many charity events and they do them the best way they know how, sexy ladies. Models, Audrey and Judy Landers, pose here for a celebrity charity softball event in 1982 hosted by Vegas Magazine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Las Vegas and James Bond Las Vegas is not only home to many famous celebrities but she is also used as a location for many films and TV shows. In 1971 the well known actor, Sean Connery, filmed Diamonds are Forever in Las Vegas. He had opted to quit the role in 1967 after wrapping You Only Live Twice. It seems he was unhappy with the role. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fb40510fea2c2763655918b9d66b8f3b1df221023bb047cc6c921aae6db33947.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Clothing Optional Las Vegas offers some of the most spectacular shows in the world. Below you can see a picture from 1969 of the showgirls from the Folies Bergere show putting on their makeup before going on stage. The show played at the Tropicana and was based off the show of the same name in Paris, which was a very risque show for the time. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas The Summit vs The Rat Pack Did you know that The Rat Pack as we know them today didnt want to be called that? Apparently they preferred the name The Summit. The Summit they felt was more of a reference to a meeting of leaders. The Sands Casino billed them as Summit at Sands in the photo below. Actress Lauren Bacall came up with the name as we know them today. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Debbie Harry Does Vegas In 1979, more and more acts were coming to Vegas as the city grew and flourished. One of the hottest acts to take stage would have to be Debbie Harry as Blondie. Below you can see her from that first concert as she set the stage on fire, figuratively. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Atomic City Between 1951 to 1963 the US government set off around 100 nuclear bombs very near to Las Vegas. At less than 100 miles away you could be standing where the Las Vegas strip is today and see an actual mushroom cloud high in the sky. Las Vegas quickly got the nickname Up and Atom City due to the proximity and frequency of these clouds. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/851246dc918f4877671ea5f301ba10482d394f0ec992fab33114dd2787782619.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Fun in The Sun This black and white photograph is quintessential to Vegas then and now, pretty girls wearing bathing suites. It doesnt even matter that this photo was taken over 60 years ago. Beautiful women from all over have flocked to sunny Vegas to enjoy their pools while men have flocked to Vegas to enjoy looking at all the beautiful women. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f9b81fd554351a7c4438b54d13a050917e12157dd0d5458e8fc1d551420d6022.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Play A Few Hands Speaking of fun in the sun, The Sands Hotel opted to add slot machines to their pool sides to give guests more enjoyment. This not only attracted relaxed sunbathers but also those who loved to gamble. For Sin City, this was a win win. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9bc449928dc185d1549cfc768253605d833db7b5008e4979ca30c25552c59b28.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas The Fire of 1980 Las Vegas has some of the driest and hottest weather in the nation, it is a desert after all. In November of 1980, the popular MGM Grand Hotel and Casino brought more heat to the area when it caught on fire. The entire building was engulfed in flames in only six minutes. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas New Vegas Birth In 1975, three of the top generating hotels in Vegas were the Stardust, Riviera, and Frontier. This was also the first year that Nevada celebrated their success of grossing over $1 billion in revenue. This was quite a big deal at the time. Today, Las Vegas is bringing in over $12 billion in revenue a year. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e624a3d57da836a5617f4d2571f0f95442194928be33559552ff88f49180e223.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Break On Through To The Other Side To become a true legend you almost need to have a Las Vegas mugshot, many celebrities do. On January 28, 1968 The Doors frontman, Jim Morrison, was arrested at a Las Vegas dance club, Pussycat a Go Go. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7c859dfc8385194723abb97bdad7352d1ad488bd7702c1560b1b01e83c673711.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Vegas Has an Anthem In 1964 Elvis Presley and Ann Margaret came together to film the wildly popular movie of its time, Viva Las Vegas. Ann Margaret had posed for Playboy the year before so many men were excited to see her featured in this movie with Elvis. She was a fan favorite and everyone loved Elvis. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas The Sands Hotel One of the most popular hotels in Las Vegas was the Sands Hotel. Sadly for us, she closed in 1996 and took many of her memories with her. Below you can see the legendary Milton Berle surrounded by many of the showgirls from the Sands as they laugh and enjoy Vegas life in 1953. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas What Not To Wear Back when outdoor tables games were set up at the pools of some of the top Las Vegas hotels, you would see the pit boss or employees wearing suit jackets with shorts. In 1955, The Royal Nevada thought this would be a good idea. Thankfully this look didnt stick in Vegas. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas A Vegas Style Graveyard Vegas has changed so much over the years and most people dont even think about what happens to all those neon signs of Vegas when clubs, hotels or restaurants close down. It seems that deep in the Nevada desert there lives a neon sign graveyard with signs dating back to the 1930s. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas El Rancho Hotel In 1942, the El Rancho Hotel was the first hotel to be built in Las Vegas. The photo below was taken a year after its opening. Many lovely ladies enjoyed sunbathing at their pool and spending time at the hotel. It was the largest hotel in the area for about a year and then Vegas began to expand. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/099b2b70f9f538d627e1e0b99fb0a5188757e5b3ed304cb880992986f7b5d881.jpeg Here's What Happened in Vegas Todays Las Vegas Many celebrities frequent Las Vegas often but one of its most famous visitors would be the Hilton heiress, Paris Hilton. Back in 2005 she was spotted at the grand opening of the Tao Las Vegas restaurant at the Venitian Resort and Casino. You can find quite a lot of images of her in Sin City as she used to spend quite a lot of time visiting the strip and partying with her A list friends. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png Here's What Happened in Vegas Weddings of all shapes and sizes Las Vegas is not only home to casinos, hotels and strip clubs. You can also find some oddities in the area for almost anyone. If you happen to be into dogs and weddings then Vegas is the place for you. At one time, you could actually take your dogs to be married to one another at a dog wedding chapel. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/exposed-vintage-vegas-photos-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/616b3acb88248bbbdec14a00bd05b319be7108d43fc1549dd3917203f83dcdad.png https://allthat80s.com/view/horrormoviesfrom80s/ 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl While they may be iconically lsquo80s, fright films are still a popular genre in the modern era. Newer films are packed with special effects and slick cinematography, yet there's something about the horror movies of the 1980s that make them so intense they almost warrant classification into a separate genre of their own. Often playing twisted mind games with the viewer, these classic films have an identity all their own that encapsulates the uniqueness of the decade. Indeed, lsquo80s horror fans often lament the trend among modern movie makers of relying on jump scares to get a reaction from the audience. While this tactic definitely existed in lsquo80s fright films, it was there more to create an extra layer of intensity, enhancing the creeping horror of the mind games being played out within the plotlines. For a lot of spooky movie enthusiasts, horror movies from the 1980s just can't be beaten when it comes to cerebral plotlines, top-notch acting, and creative special effects. While some people look back on these films as cheesy and awkward, we're definitely onside with fans of the genre in seeing the unmatched brilliance that emerged from the decade. Allow us to prove to you that these films still have what it takes to terrify the heck out of even the most tech-obsessed modern viewers. Check out these ten horror movies from the 1980s that will surely leave you scared-witless. 10. A Nightmare On Elm Street (1985) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/22cea2e5bda7974874f94c8dffff09ac8d2cd8cf56c5ff5f14c6835722e2271b.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 9. Hellraiser (1987) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7a5716e3809f6112624d5ba2db59878b34d7982823759ac7b38dfde461d85b94.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 8. The Evil Dead (1984) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fcbf4dbcaf20d3b45301c6c21f951d6a5466ccd4b522e134c49a86a9d659d48d.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 7. The Thing (1982) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f49fc2dd9d08fad84a3a18087e14c798639672a0b6024afc93c4d695f0fe466e.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 6. The Shining (1980) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2cf3aecb67a14e332967a7abb148a140e008dd59ab49834768ec1e00cefc09d8.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 5. An American Werewolf in London (1981) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bf2530f686ba0b648cc4087c7b027eac8de08e007387c9adc40f6c3d07682e1e.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 4. Child's Play (1988) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/282fcc2a361960e0b700b39b9fd7a3bb79360ae5f4c02a6a2ba3fdccead40857.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 3. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1986) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57d38747d0717656e10dc6c39815f6fa42b5279f05129d38d6e1013a621d3d65.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 2. Creepshow (1982) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/db588f8c5c61e61952d0dd2f979fb0f3154479760046716ee77b6e547e31a594.jpeg 10 Fright Films From The 80s That Will Still Make Your Skin Crawl 1. Cannibal Holocaust (1980) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/horrormoviesfrom80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6c78805507ba85bcacc7a8252224f6c846fabaf4d5d49a4e28e1271a0cdcd0a5.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/rare80stoys/ 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today You can indeed earn money from old stuff, which explains the existence of vintage, antique, and thrift shops scattered everywhere in the world. But when we talk about outdated things that are good enough to find new owners, daggy old toys aren't usually the first things to come to mind. The lsquo80s certainly was the heyday of films, parties, music, fashion statements, and pop culture in general. This includes the toys that were popular in that decade. But who would have thought that toys from nearly 40 years ago ndash video games, plastic dolls, action figures, you name it ndash are lucrative in today's day and age? Indeed, if you want to earn yourself a small fortune, now's the right time to sell those childhood toys your mom's been preserving in your room back home. We listed ten toys below and rated how much they are worth today. Our collective breath was taken away by each valuation. Whether these treasures belong to you or your parents, prepare to go rummaging through dusty storage boxes in the basement when you see how much you can get for them! Just don't forget to enjoy yourself as the nostalgia washes over you. 10. Rapunzel My Little Pony https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f0b0587781171a501b76a3ddd198c00212fc479fee808a0899af52e795c10bb8.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 9. Hot Wheels https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/042d8ccbd45d04c297626b237ee00026dd9d24beef0340b989a0a0e1345e60f9.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 8. My Buddy Doll https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c1777c134149264ce10814fa759b7c23acf866368bd4f91f3aab43b28c8184a.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 7. Fisher-Price Little People Family House https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b8f88e67b0aa15aa2d9f5b7e4de2a51be649eb4ab174abc4b40ee80eb7534373.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 6. Rainbow Brite Doll https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f40f87d54fbbcca63c9b548016f0a97dca0dd12f620fa0d962f802da103adf8f.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 5. Vintage Care Bear Dolls https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fc2b1983f59d328ce249ee413fdc401f3f663c8a0f595c590b906409cccc98be.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 4. Glitter And Gold Jem Doll https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3542b72d3a1b1fa522a64157cee4f5713ef0198773b84488c17d96136973399d.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 3. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Action Figures https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/baad6cb6ba381b2d2c6e122059c19b3eb839da57f480cbf22273e165444e1bc4.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 2. Megatron Gun https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6547252c4db1e32ca35698afc85fb29f33fc9a5e64e1bf111e8b3d67cc0724bc.jpeg 10 Toys From The 80s That Are Worth A Huge Amount Of Money Today 1. Mego Elastic Batman https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/rare80stoys/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/978acded9c65435d1ad7ec6d874556dc1015baf3330f7fbe783767456c3030d9.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-music/ The Best of 80s Music Following the countercultural and revolutionary movements of the 1970s, many Americans applied a new conservatism in economic, political, and social life during the 1980s. Defined by the policies of President Ronald Reagan, the decade was associated with materialism and consumerism and witnessed the emergence of blockbuster films and the rise of cable networks like MTV, which has played music videos round the clock since its US broadcast on August 1, 1981. The breakthrough of new technologies, such as the release of the very first CD, had a remarkable effect on lsquo80s music, and resulted in a unique production aesthetic that launched the careers of many phenomenal artists. Arguably the bigger star of this era, Michael Jackson, boasts unsurpassed fame, with a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards for his album Thriller in 1982. Another definitive icon of the decade is Madonna, whose incredible music videos became a necessary commodity on MTV, landing her the title as the most successful female singer of all time. Hard rock also became one of the most dominant music genres of the time and its peak saw the formation of Nirvana, a band which had a significant impact on modern rock and roll culture. Then there was the induction of other rock bands like The Beatles, The Drifters, The Beach Boys, The Supremes and Bob Dylan into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988. This recognition led to the naming of four streets in Liverpool after members of The Beatles in 1982. However, two years prior to this touching tribute to the iconic band, John Lennon was shot to death by a fan outside his NYC apartment. Nevertheless, the popular culture of the 1980s was a major influence on the artists and audiences of the decades to come, particularly in the music arena. The Top Five Musicians Sensations of the '80s Michael Jackson One of the megastars of the early 1980s was the ldquoKing of Pop,rdquo Michael Jackson. Born and raised in Gary, Indiana, Michael became a massive figure in popular music thanks to his hundreds of awards. He's received 23 Guinness World Records, 16 Grammys, and 26 AMAs, among others, and he created history with his music video ldquoBillie Jean.rdquo The very first song by a black artist to air on MTV, Billie Jean was recognized for breaking racial barriers. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/34cd5c25ee57faa6c4941f7cbd3f19b1a234477757e810fcf030a24d42d192a1.jpeg The Best of 80s Music Madonna The Michigan native is known for her bold and distinct fashion and music. Rising to fame in the 1980s, Madonna was quickly dubbed the Queen of Pop.rdquo Though she is part of the mainstream, her creative songwriting and breathtaking performances on stage and in music videos maintained her autonomy within the recording industry. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c841ff42985046217ad2c2f7828056f85c8a4e7a85c5d05e95b484454ac9e06.jpeg The Best of 80s Music Prince Born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota by musical parents, Prince Roger Nelson's affinity for music was evident during his childhood.. He wrote his first song, Funk Machine, at the incredibly young age of seven. With a career that ran for four decades, Prince was known for his extensive vocal range and flamboyant stage performances that showcased his innovative style in funk, pop, RB and psychedelia on his albums Dirty Mind (1980) and Controversy (1981). https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/864615c568c4feabeb0a51740ba6358b4fd92fec73daadae31de7c9e4a71982d.jpeg The Best of 80s Music The Police Before the British rock band became globally famous in the late lsquo70s and early lsquo80s, they appeared in a Wrigley's commercial which required them to dye their hair ndash a look that eventually became The Police's trademark even though the ad never aired. In 1983, Rolling Stone pronounced them the first British New Wave act to break through in America on a grand scale, and possibly the biggest band in the world. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/135fa95048dd6436711407c7e4a883323f4d05bf4a13d930d32aad7d534ef9c7.jpeg The Best of 80s Music Iron Maiden Formed in Leyton, East London on December 25, 1975 by bassist and primary songwriter Steve Harris, Iron Maiden's discography is packed with thirty-nine albums that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. Despite little radio or television exposure, the heavy metal band made history with their success during the early 1980s to the 2000s. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/58a467b7bca3e152660f2affb6ff93225bf57aa6127dca4e1b92adba177f028c.jpeg The Best of 80s Music The 5 Most Popular Songs of the Decade ldquoEvery Breath You Takerdquo - The Police https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/00b46e55d3aa2e200c1bdc3652ff495e8db1457dfa1c2b1dee220357f05f2c38.jpeg The Best of 80s Music ldquoWith or Without Yourdquo - U2 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ef0f93b3216b058cf54e0bbe2f2338dc0b4f8ba176da1c5bd1818836a4080f9a.jpeg The Best of 80s Music ldquoLike A Virginrdquo - Madonna https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/40fc6de426f123fd0d5307ef292d664de458819feaccaed465de4c6c6de350a7.jpeg The Best of 80s Music ldquoEye of the Tigerrdquo - Survivor https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b45f81fa7f48b96bf0422027b35dac5f1287b600d93611331f8360bffba920e7.jpeg The Best of 80s Music ldquoI Wanna Dance With Somebodyrdquo - Whitney Houston https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-music/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eef95875666bab7a94c2b82fea3611e03386f0bc8844e1a335e2a77fbbc68168.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/moviesthatshaped80s/ 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Turner Classic Movies, a film-oriented TV network owned by Warner Bros. Entertainment, has a regular franchise titled The Essentials, which features the most essential films from each of the past several eras. The network also showcases the most influential films, those that embody the nostalgia that arises when you think of the era they were created in. The 1970s piloted the emergence of the modern era, with action-packed movies like Jaws and Star Wars created by the major production houses. These films are among a select few that reshaped audience expectations and reframed the criteria for becoming a box-office knockout. As the lsquo70s rolled into the lsquo80s, the film industry developed a love for franchises that still rules up until this day. Yet this decade was about so much more than that. To give you a true understanding of what the lsquo80s offered to the cinematic landscape, we present ten of the most essential films of the era for your historical viewing pleasure. Raging Bull (1980) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39af7a4aecafed818ff1266bfa233aaa103cac61d55ffc250d8d16badf2b33d7.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s The Empire Strikes Back (1980) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/989d4240435509baedfcb367cb150a79c898f12f857b40d568576719925ba690.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bf4fa3277322dcae67602c792b65f2caeb1567bed6449e009237583771a3e190.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Blade Runner (1982) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dbc2266ddbf75533395e313efce671962376c879891ea1483b9303e78d57039c.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/30043c6015faa556419d9a159e2f710c433cc4ac99ce4ea0e6921b8c396669d8.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Amadeus (1984) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/235d4bdb454d5de7c72fd151718ffa4a8c6324f5c63de67fb591e1b2c08908c1.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s The Terminator (1984) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9a070f7f12fbea82b3808d17c2cbc93977b37ad5dca741d0813fbf1e9d16af74.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Blue Velvet (1986) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b0c12a5f2c160d057fe14766fa075a83edb3e6f1d6867e511af5dd2f54904b61.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Die Hard (1988) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/97564cb15c62b0d4e45b135365982e456c65f9f46f11c1299f6ba4f98ad65d6e.jpeg 11 Of The Most Essential Movies That Shaped The 80s Do The Right Thing (1989) https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/moviesthatshaped80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1373a8f890cf279f438b4a8e50164cf8bad9067e6b703b9a8b73ee73463eec15.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/iran-hostage-crisis-ends/ The End of the Hostage Crisis in Iran On the 20th of January 1981, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the 40th president of the United States. Several minutes later, 52 US captives held at the US Embassy in Tehran, Iran were released, officially marking the end of the Iran hostage crisis. The diplomatic standoff lasted for 444 days. The crisis between the United States and Iran began on the 4th of November 1979, when militant Iranian students seized the US Embassy in Tehran due to outrage at the former for allowing Muhammad Reza Shah Pahlevi, an ousted Shah of Iran, to travel to New York to receive medical treatment for cancer. Iran's religious and political leader, Ayatollah Khomeini, took charge of the hostage situation, calling the US ldquoThe Great Satanrdquo and refusing any appeals for the hostages' release. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/iran-hostage-crisis-ends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/710b175c5b17794f338e8f52924942634af73af870c28fab44f60fb63e0508f6.jpeg The End of the Hostage Crisis in Iran Two weeks after they took over the embassy, Ayatollah began to release some of their hostages, specifically those who were not US citizens, minority Americans, and females. He cited these groups as being among the people whom the US government had oppressed. In the end, 52 hostages remained at the mercy of Khomeini, enduring their captivity for 14 months to come. President at the time, Jimmy Carter, was unsuccessful in resolving the crisis diplomatically. On the 24th of April 1980, he ordered a rescue mission which turned out to be a disastrous one, ending with no hostages rescued and eight casualties among the US military personnel involved. Three months later, the former Shah died in Egypt from his illness, but the crisis continued. During the 1980 presidential election, Carter lost to Ronald Reagan, which paved the way for the start of successful negotiations between the two countries with the help of Algerian intermediaries. On the day Reagan was inaugurated, the US released close to $8 billion Iranian assets which they had on hold. In turn, the hostages were released, bringing their 444 days of captivity to an end. The following day, Jimmy Carter went to West Germany to greet his fellow Americans on their way back home. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/iran-hostage-crisis-ends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/10bc5d3f18aac7956cdee27099b836b25b1927c1423e5af5cf06e2c9fcff9077.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/worst80sbeautytrends/ 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life We all have our fair share of embarrassing fashion moments that we'd love to erase from our minds. Yet, these memories, while cringe-worthy, were pivotal in shaping our present (and hopefully more fashion-savvy) selves. When it comes to fashion faux pas, no decade stands out more than the lsquo80s. Let's take a look at the most awkward beauty trends of the era. If nothing else, these should make you feel better about your own awkward fashion moments. Neon sweatbands https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/884720a4618750b21c6b9f1345e2afe55b183fd3412e66a1ea26f8546ad989d3.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Giant teased hair https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5cff53627faf309a36ffd92b2078de0a394f5cab94f4f886945cea7881fa4286.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Dark lip liner https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5ce9a12c821c8191833e5e4da8b6503ddef4d00c09dd50511bacd423729c2f6f.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Perms https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1857e666a7a5cec7e3fd7ae921d7cf1679d878f497fdd283820acbe4d05baa35.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Side-swept ponytails https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f887dad4364cdd5a6635d85ea7d9207ee18e508d59d6396a62fc767b34a154b7.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Pastel and bright eyeshadow up to the Brow https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e0826df355929aebfd117a12c8b029f22fec4c30bbe5c49392d9f47a4dd9a1a3.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Scrunchies https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c4dd4406c8cfbfd1ed7241f6a392359a8d746aa9540c932259920b715f82f3f8.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Mullets https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/74e63777a60b88a33ff20e95184f541581a94a8db969475575e9c624e48a414f.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Feathered mullets https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/71e4561b6686b48ef55774b11d8ff80bea995e88bd6b90e41aebee9a5960ae35.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Hair crimping https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c032e6c00f26a4e559a86b772bed93bc972b6fcd8c5edbdd6da07a2e7bc5d88.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Neon earrings https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c52a6110a0765d95f95ced382ccd59ea8a459d838a61c7041e69182551fbc0c2.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Hot pink blush https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/38fd20ab3001c174f8a738548d7f5909e16264a3f39f86ab733951a24e4a7c55.jpeg 13 Beauty Trends Of The 80s That We Wanna Bury For Life Rat tails https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/worst80sbeautytrends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f29ad9a783c6fca0e0911c4fb5431a062e7a367af3b86a72e0d67fa7625ce9a3.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/top80ssingle/ Top 5 Male-Female Duet Singles of the 80s The male-female duet seems to have a magic to it that allows it to float above the constantly shifting trends of the music industry, thriving independently and always staying in vogue. While this unique musical art form will never go out of style, the 80s truly took it to another level, with an endless stream of killer collabs that remain memorable up to this day. In many cases, the brilliance lies in the epic cheesiness, with stars in colorful 80s outfits and feathered hair professing their everlasting love. Corny though they may be, these are the ballads we tend to turn to whenever karaoke machines or jukeboxes call out to us, beckoning for us to relive the good old days. In random order, we present for your nostalgic pleasure, five of the best duet singles in the 1980s that feature both male and female vocalists.1 Don't Fall in Love with a Dreamer by Kenny Rogers and Kim Carnes https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/top80ssingle/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/abef0a7b9267132fcfffdebee08df4398023ed2b269cb9f80512860b81081758.jpeg Top 5 Male-Female Duet Singles of the 80s 2 - Close My Eyes Forever by Lita Ford and Ozzy Osbourne https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/top80ssingle/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5c443e2a50d1c9da25edc50ceadc6ac4b4c49df77403ee44ad1cc608a074c8a1.jpeg Top 5 Male-Female Duet Singles of the 80s 3 - Leather and Lace by Stevie Nicks and Don Henley https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/top80ssingle/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/aceb7c31050e4a95583ea47c16194cf24202d4395f0157f27219139cfc53fc55.jpeg Top 5 Male-Female Duet Singles of the 80s 4 - Never Gonna Let You Go by Sergio Mendes, feat. Joe Pizzulo and Leza Miller https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/top80ssingle/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/28df1dff8ff7dcba9b4f6014ee8f5b8627d38316ed2d3db75ba715396f2e2bc7.jpeg Top 5 Male-Female Duet Singles of the 80s 5 - Secret Lovers by Atlantic Starr https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/top80ssingle/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8b4396b3232a1e865a3c6c2673f826810fe2f6c1dc8a5027447135c9caffcd56.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/secretofempirestrikesback/ Mark Hamill Corrects Story Behind His Son Nathans Birth During the Filming of Empire Strikes Back No Star Wars aficionado could ever forget the momentous scene (possibly one of the most gripping in the history of cinema) when Darth Vader tells a skeptical Luke, ldquoNo, I am your father.rdquo Through the years, it has been used as a punchline, meme, or a comeback during casual chats and tecircte-agrave-tecirctes. Strangely, behind the scenes of this moment, a real-world father-son controversy took place between Mark Hamill ndash who portrayed Luke Skywalker ndash and his son Nathan. According to the buzz, the child was born while the actor was filming the Empire Strikes Back, and now Hamill has taken to the Twitterverse to correct the hearsay and disclose how it really went down. He wrote: ldquoActually it was a green-screen shot of me firing up at an AT-AT-then diving headfirst into snow-Originally given the day off-they called 9hrs after his birth asking for this 1 shot-during which I sprained my thumb-postponing that week's filming of the lightsaber duel TrueStoryrdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/secretofempirestrikesback/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/aa9952801edfa76f66abe87c11495606942522584e436e33e7cad2f927da3e43.jpeg Mark Hamill Corrects Story Behind His Son Nathans Birth During the Filming of Empire Strikes Back Intent on mending the miscalculation and setting the record straight, Hamill used Twitter to correct the wild fan theory. Beginning his clarification with the word ldquoActually,rdquo Hammill went on to narrate the true sequence of events. Since George Lucas isn't a Darth Vader-esque tyrant, Hammill was allowed a day off for the birth of Nathan. However, he was asked to come back nine hours after his son's birth to shoot a single, time-sensitive scene (the aforementioned fight scene between the Battle of Hoth and AT-AT). The actor was performing in front of a green screen and was tasked with plunging into a pile of fake snow. So, life and art weren't lining up as symmetrically as fans clearly hoped. The Skywalker-Vader father-son scene had no connection to the birth of Hammill's son. However, the actor did temporarily have to leave his newborn (and the mother of his child), to play in the snow! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/secretofempirestrikesback/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/440a92930ae9cc43b7422d887288138667b563863ab3c17e0471b157ff538f9a.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-movies/ The Best Movies of the 1980s The 1980s Cinema at a Glance After the tumultuous decade that spanned the 1970s, a lot of Americans were more than ready to embrace more conservative ideals in the lsquo80s. The decade was known as a period of consumerism and materialism, giving rise to some of the first blockbusters movies and the introduction of cable television networks. The lsquo80s saw the age of the blockbuster, with more people going to the movies and films making millions of dollars during their box office runs. The decade also gave rise to a new breed of high-profile actors, like Harrison Ford, whose career soared to great heights after starring as Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Bill Murray, Eddie Murphy, Dan Aykroyd, and Sylvester Stallone also made it big in the lsquo80s, with Stalone appearing in the first installment of the Rambo franchise, First Blood, in 1982. Labyrinth, the popular musical fantasy film, was also released in the lsquo80s, with Michael Jackson meant to play the role of Jareth the Goblin King instead of David Bowie. The Breakfast Club, another classic that was released in 1985, was initially called Detention and used 10,000 books donated by the Chicago Public Library for the main film set. One of the decade's blockbusters, E.T. by Steven Spielberg, was also released but originally had a different plot, specifically, a family being terrorized by five aliens. Apart from the huge success of Hollywood films and actors in the lsquo80s, the decade also marked the release of the very first commercial cellular phone, the Motorola DynaTAC 8000x which weighed two pounds. The first personal computer was also released, with the use of home computers becoming more common and popular as the decade wore on. The classic hand-held game console, Gameboy, was also unleashed on the public in the lsquo80s, later becoming one of the most iconic toys of the decade. During the lsquo80s, there were no seatbelt laws, kids still rode in the tray of their parents' pickup trucks, and candy bars such as Hershey's and Baby Ruths only cost 25 cents each. The Decade's 5 Best Films Back to the Future Directed by Robert Zemeckis, Back to the Future is a science fiction film released in 1985. It stars Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly, a teenager who accidentally travels back in time from 1985 to 1955. During his trip to the past, he meets his teenage parents and even becomes a love interest of his mother. He also comes across Dr. Emmett ldquoDocrdquo Brown, portrayed by Christopher Lloyd, an eccentric scientist who invents the DeLorean, the automobile time travel machine that took him back to 1955 in the first place. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/43a59fdff0de96f386fc4fc5e7353d8a2af044a78266e2508ce27b352498d144.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s Ferris Bueller's Day Off Ferris Bueller's Day Off is a teen comedy film directed, written, and co-produced by John Hughes in 1986. It follows the story of Ferris Bueller, played by Matthew Broderick, a high school student who frequently slacks off from his academic responsibilities. The film shows Ferris breaking the fourth wall throughout the movie, addressing the audience directly as he attempts to explain his inner thoughts and techniques. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/21a3a2a2997c892fe2501b51d4d7dc467f916bc8494bfa8cd3b12b91b9841100.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s Ghostbusters Ghostbusters is a classic fantasy comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman. It tells the story of three parapsychologists, Peter Venkman, Egon Spengler, and Raymond Stantz who start their own business catching ghosts in New York City. The film stars Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, and Dan Aykroyd and was the first to use expensive special effects in production. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fd4e8352b50383d036b78c58812ef4851b89ac30ed55915f5a79aa731c3ed832.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a science fiction film directed by Steven Spielberg, released in 1982. It follows the story of Elliot, played by Henry Thomas, a boy who becomes friends with an extra-terrestrial, aptly named E.T., after the latter becomes stranded on Earth. Elliot develops a telepathic connection with the alien, even becoming sick when E.T.'s health starts to deteriorate in Earth's atmosphere. With the help of Elliot's siblings, they attempt to return E.T. to his home planet while keeping his existence under wraps from their parents and the government. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/30043c6015faa556419d9a159e2f710c433cc4ac99ce4ea0e6921b8c396669d8.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s The Goonies Released in 1985, The Goonies was directed by Richard Donner. The film follows the story of a group of kids living in the Goon Docks as they try to stop the foreclosure of their homes. In the process of doing so, they end up discovering an old treasure map that leads them on an adventure to find One-Eyed Willy's long-lost treasure. Unfortunately for the kids, they're not the only ones after the 17th century pirate's fortune. They cross paths with a family of criminals who want the riches for themselves. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c89e0389c2242f39820bbbc9907cfb2f5a3abb4327da0d011b780e4495f6a821.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s The Three Best Directors of the 1980s Steven Spielberg Steven Allan Spielberg, one of the founding pioneers of New Hollywood, was born on 18 December 1946. He is now one of the most sought-after directors and producers in the history of filmmaking, after starting out as a director for TV shows in Hollywood. During the 1960s, he became one of Universal Studios' youngest TV directors, eventually going on to direct the popular TV film, Duel, which opened the doors for him to move into cinema. After helming a series of massive cinematic hits, he is now recognized as the most commercially successful director worldwide. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/563aeb2bfd5f9800f08123aaed6f6d4e1f4eb8cffd8682992ccab180e40ef84f.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s John Hughes John Hughes, an American filmmaker who is most widely known for his role in writing and directing some of the most successful live action comedy movies in the lsquo80s, was born on 18 February 1950. His coming-of-age films often feature honest to goodness depictions of how it is to live as a teenager in the suburbs at the same time, combining this realism with a touch of magic. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39bde7345c6e560e03081b69a906754176b5bb16b36a2a011bee0dd7042ce0c6.jpeg The Best Movies of the 1980s John Carpenter John Howard Carpenter, born on 16 January 1948, is a film director most commonly associated with his work in horror, science fiction, and action films in the lsquo80s. While many of his films failed to garner critical acclaim, they still became cult classics and there's no denying that his influence in the film industry stretches far and wide. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f49fc2dd9d08fad84a3a18087e14c798639672a0b6024afc93c4d695f0fe466e.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/jane-fonda-fitness-80s/ Jane Fonda's Feel The Burn Workout Video: Inspiring Fitness Since The '80s We find it surprising that Jane Fonda is remembered as a famous actress but rarely receives the recognition she deserves for bringing fitness into the mainstream. Most people know her for her roles in Julia, Coming Home, and Golden Pond, but only legends will recognize her for her workout video entitled Feel The Burn. The iconic video was released on April 24, 1982, and it was based on her best-selling book, Jane Fonda's Workout Book. If you lived through that era, you certainly would've seen this tome at least once. The video features a young and physically fit Jane Fonda wearing her big '80s hair and leg warmers. She gleefully performs her exercise routine, all while looking glamorous and healthy! The video introduced fitness phrases like ldquofeel the burnrdquo and ldquono pain, no gain.rdquo Fonda claims that they only rehearsed the routine for a few days and made plenty of mistakes while making the video. At the time, she didn't have a style team, so they did their hair and makeup themselves. Jane also adds that they felt that their lack of staff and camera operators was no big deal. She didn't think it would be something big and had no idea that it would give birth to a whole new industry! Soon after its release, the video caught a lot of attention from women who wanted to look as fit and healthy as Fonda. It sold over 17 million copies, which encouraged Fonda to make more exercise videos. All in all, she released 20 videos that sold like crazy! Today, Jane Fonda is still ldquofeeling the burnrdquo and inspiring contemporary fitness buffs. In 2012, she released a video entitled Jane Fonda Am/Pm Yoga for Beginners. Jane mentioned in a blog post that over the years, the fitness industry has drastically changed. With the help of science and technological advancements, routines from the '80 have gone right out of fashion. Modern physiology suggests that our focus should be more on core training, understanding different body types and mindsets, and working with them to develop a workable fitness journey. Fonda expressed her delight that the industry is at an all-time high, and we are living in a time where women know that it's okay to have muscles. Routines and leg warmers may come in and out of fashion, but fitness will never go out of style. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/jane-fonda-fitness-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d3112c536ee2b73b6bd623a9f5e7c20236519e4b27942435d77132058da4bc8d.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/best80sdrivingsongs/ Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip Anyone who was a youngster in the lsquo80s was lucky enough to live in the era of over-indulgence and decadence, specifically in terms of music. To this day, the lsquo80s is still considered the golden era for pop music. Indeed, the lsquo80s music scene gave birth to multiple genres, each one offering up iconic tunes that create the perfect soundtrack for hitting the road, inspiring car karaoke, and staving off boredom. Times may have changed, but these acclaimed tracks are like a happiness-filled virus that infects you with a sense of glorious freedom. There are tons of good songs from the lsquo80s that will suck the potential for boredom right out of your road trip, so it was phenomenally hard to choose just a few of them for this list. Nevertheless, we dove into the mission with gusto and distilled the awesomeness of the decade into 10 brilliant tracks that you're guaranteed to be singing along to next time you hit the road. 10. ldquoWanna Be Startin' Somethin'rdquo by Michael Jackson https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/377aff08a13429e441563edf33e07ce024d6a49d82f81a28459e6726c68278fd.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 9. ldquoI Ranrdquo by A Flock of Seagulls https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e4cd21450419c86c7bf30b5bc0deb2039faa177517d3f8985f542bef12ab2477.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 8. ldquoWhen Doves Cryrdquo by Prince https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6cfd98ad9b2af83e2ddb0af02f991f75b7b9577bbc332c95165317ec9e79de54.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 7. ldquoWild Siderdquo by Motley Crue https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/33882b03ac5c7299a7dea14abcfe59fcc7b16ab6ce58b856a0bf95dc9f9a2c36.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 6. ldquoAfricardquo by Toto https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1e0819dd1f63352bff70f87f2cc572d74e2148ef009959f1242770bcf946fefd.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 5. ldquoTake On Merdquo by A-Ha https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/006e05ea41b81ec0d8d7a3127c73d9b84de20d92c4a55e20fa57e80c254dd4c5.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 4. ldquoUnder Pressurerdquo by Queen and David Bowie https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2037cd64cae6cca501631f68b5f1d7f8d9e94a91d110caf93c10b1671780430b.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 3. ldquoSweet Child O' Minerdquo by Guns N Roses https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e77454d5a29152428826ed1c22e0436adcd2281b7d2a83bd8adad3088ad508d7.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 2. ldquoPour Some Sugar on Merdquo by Def Leppard https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c3e93a5a6f79509224996b7e0a2c6947163f3bc544bcc4fb4929c7f5715bdcfd.jpeg Top 10 Songs From The 80s To Accompany You On A Road Trip 1. Any Madonna song, tbh https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best80sdrivingsongs/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9fbe0f0c76f113a01cff9b8736b45016131b24744275fea71adc02097eb6bb92.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-rubiks-cube/ The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation The Rubik's Cube, a small cube-shaped puzzle comprised of nine smaller squares on each of its sides, is as popular now as it was when it was first invented. Each side of the cube has squares of a single color, and when these six colors have been scrambled, one can play. The goal is to return the cube to its original state by moving the squares so that the colors are returned to their unified state on each side of the cube. While this sounds easy enough, in theory, solving it is surprisingly difficult. After a few hours of immersion in the cube, most people end up realizing that while Rubik's Cubes are mesmerizing, they're frustratingly difficult to crack. The Rubik's Cube was first created in 1974, but it wasn't released and marketed as a toy until 1980. Once it hit stores, it quickly became a fad. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7029cf53b92b596c6e3440786d81233c011fc621e3cfcec8be24a475d5f4e4c4.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation The Creator Behind the Rubik's Cube https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2bf2917bfceda714b888a4bfc7bdbe155746f50fd70c742977a2a3e31d849a98.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation At first, Rubik enjoyed playing with the cube, turning the squares around from one section to another. Then, he attempted to bring back the colors to their original places on the cube and realized that he could not easily do so. Mesmerized by the challenge the cube presented, Rubik spent a month trying to crack the puzzle before he was able to realign all the colors properly. Curious as to how other people might solve the cube, he started sharing the puzzle around. Everyone who tried it had the same reaction: an obsession with the difficulty of the thing. That was when he realized that his toy puzzle could be a lucrative financial enterprise. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fd128fc4742037a35e48b7e46d62be82de8f7f1484112d21883adec8a4c7971e.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation The Rubik's Cube Arrives in Stores https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/304dd3b965dbac1a939dffd73d7c07de5fb53fd50c43730b1d05c3a2f75f6444.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation A Worldwide Sensation https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ea7f05f8e89790516ecdb01571c948501d8f6b9284d57a6a27e7e318de19ee06.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation Cracking the Rubik's Cube https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cfc8ad2cc3aeae7cfa013063bf378ec1501b94f9bd966e9afef6f03b821b3dea.jpeg The Rubik's Cubes History A Closer Look At How It Became A Global Sensation From the lsquo80s to the Present https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-rubiks-cube/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/95076aab2978e6c97d789dfbc85cf830331d0b572d98d8129ee3c68e477b3572.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-best-kids-movies/ 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids The '80s was a glorious time of neon scrunchies, cabbage patch kids, and singing into your hairbrush to Madonna. Everyone back then wanted to look ldquoradrdquo and have a ldquototally awesomerdquo time. In music, fashion, and film, the '80s was a time of artistic expression and outrageously good ideas. So much so that it has maintained a relevant flair that is often paid tribute to in modern art and film. If you have no idea what it was like, or just love reminding yourself of how great this era was, get ready as we're about to reveal our 7 top movie picks from the '80s that everyone should watch again. E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/30043c6015faa556419d9a159e2f710c433cc4ac99ce4ea0e6921b8c396669d8.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids The Little Mermaid https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5d752a546bbb6fba2d5a33f7af5d65a7bdea9b4c06838c061c20e3cadaee2028.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids The Land Before Time https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9825d212dcdd2befa82d38fbc11fd3ac5bada3e8c5c7804b85a569f86601a9b9.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids The Karate Kid https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/38810c7b5b2c64e1c0c8c28d7930466b22d0a086337907377c4295b6ddb8ccc5.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids Back To The Future https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2cb9e3ae64cfe55066c0119e91357d086c73b78a4ba6085d1c89633e0b4fd16f.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids An American Tail https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6f1483eaee2ac4d639fda7f2d2396285db516c5f26453dca4b146b60d39efc26.jpeg 7 Top Movies From The '80s That Everyone Should Watch With Their Kids Gremlins https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-kids-movies/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8a3ad4523c27bfad965fe4fd8e96eb7b2ff6fcef6de835f59437dbc7311f7a56.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/breakfastclubtoday/ Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Despite having premiered in 1985, it's undeniable that The Breakfast Club is still one of the best teen-oriented films of all time. Indeed, it has stood the test of time and continues to be an inspiration to the youth of each new generation. The movie introduced us to five students ndash ldquoa brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess, and a criminalrdquo ndash who, without a choice, got stuck together in one room for a whole day, giving them an opportunity (whether they wanted it or not) to work on their differences and learn to understand one another, in spite of their glaring dissimilarities. As the five of them gradually become closer, which is beyond what they could have imagined, the audience also starts to relate to the characters and their struggles in figuring out who they are and what they stand for. Given the film's outstanding influence on young people, it earned a spot in the National Film Registry in 2017. Indeed, The Breakfast Club is still revered as one of the best movies of all time and became a huge break for its then young cast. Many of these former teen stars were members of the so-called ldquoBrat Pack,rdquo a group of young actors in the lsquo80s who frequently appeared together in youth-oriented, coming-of-age films. Now, four decades later, let's take a look at what the main cast members have been up to. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f026aa6a648de18dbf4e8453441743351fd03ff67a4dd0e9197cc2755d06fe82.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Judd Nelson https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/aa8a9167e8e0a14caa6edf6f03904b601d00b8894927838d822cb6428f3d983f.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Molly Ringwald https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/edff8de165eae92b3621e7a56913ba68d9cd843d2e85c997fdfc1e7b06ec3f6e.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Emilio Estevez https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e2d3df201c1963bae6f8d11d5e998afecc7b4fb2d73ddf44142a27fbbb1a86db.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Anthony Michael Hall https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5a71ba933baced9716b176bce0a6b40d077cd9e601b631cfed9bd0002a9f361f.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Ally Sheedy https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/64d8118d7e2b4966f0d1bd0f4302efcf4951a85dc99cc2a65f7146ebc0750435.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Paul Gleason https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7d8043ae4049362c414c0613fc9153ff88cb598dabad06dbd99c01eadf4a1cff.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? John Kapelos https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8a0d1e7f4f9a93bedcb43d4692c996fb6fb1a98b1f7447694b60cc7533c9178e.jpeg Whatever Happened To The Cast Of The Breakfast Club? Ron Dean https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/breakfastclubtoday/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e65a449720bc8de14feac59f257c70b6193be468b4a72ae3f6a7791a60c466ff.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/5greatest80sbands/ The 5 Greatest Bands Of The 80s The lsquo80s was a vibrant time for the young people who got to grow up in it. Featuring flamboyant fashion statements, the emergence of synth, and a new form of pop music, this decade was defined by extravagance, excess, and musical experimentation. The sounds that defined the lsquo80s range from hard rock to alternative, hair metal to grunge, punk to pop, and hip hop to electronica. The heavy metal movement became fully established, along with subgenres like thrash that continue to inspire kids to learn to play the guitar (and grow their locks out long). Rock music, meanwhile, became more and more ldquoweirdrdquo as people rejected the old norms and the tunes of the past in favor of new, experimental sounds. The musicians of this era were open to anything, and soon enough, their innovative thinking created a decade that will be long-remembered as representing a golden age in musical development. While there are tons of bands and artists that could've made it onto this list, we distilled the brilliance of the lsquo80s down to five of the greatest bands of the ldquobig hairrdquo decade. 5. The Cure https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5greatest80sbands/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/beb84c7dd66b951ed9c7a185717e7347539bb91f3f9faa598f8686459d5d632d.jpeg The 5 Greatest Bands Of The 80s 4. Depeche Mode https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5greatest80sbands/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57da47f81f5eb8cb3f2b5625a45c72e052c45186418528814ab4c5d5356bffc2.jpeg The 5 Greatest Bands Of The 80s 3. Slayer https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5greatest80sbands/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/674cfcfac0f3f28b3e42f0d154763c5a522739a71712ec417b62d347c0012b03.jpeg The 5 Greatest Bands Of The 80s 2. Iron Maiden https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5greatest80sbands/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/58a467b7bca3e152660f2affb6ff93225bf57aa6127dca4e1b92adba177f028c.jpeg The 5 Greatest Bands Of The 80s 1. Metallica https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/5greatest80sbands/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2154a701f935de06f17d6a86c04cda5a185a180fcfe09d53c2341d2deabea906.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-pac-man/ Pac-Man Fever: Why This Gobbling Yellow Round Creature Is Still The Highest-Grossing Arcade Game In The World The year 1980 may be several decades in the past by now, but the infamous gobbling yellow round thingy and his nemeses ndash the flickering blue ghouls ndash remain the highest-grossing arcade game in the world. Pac-Man still being relevant in this day and age is an understatement. The arcade game had netted $3.5 billion by 1990, as per data revealed by Gamer.net. It is also the proud owner of a Guinness world record for the most successful coin-operated arcade game of all time. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-pac-man/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/840e5206fb07386cd599d754e60a06606a70ebe4113cc155baba43f541e34d36.jpeg Pac-Man Fever: Why This Gobbling Yellow Round Creature Is Still The Highest-Grossing Arcade Game In The World There are other video games that made an impact and had similar significance on a cultural scale. These are all featured alongside Pac-Man at the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian Institute. None quite measure up to Pac-Man, however. The simple yet addictive game was dominating the American market within a year of its release. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-pac-man/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b7eb909570f982db93eda588c096b892a88df355008fb431c3abc6677ab850dd.jpeg Pac-Man Fever: Why This Gobbling Yellow Round Creature Is Still The Highest-Grossing Arcade Game In The World Pac-Man originated in Japan. Toru Iwatani, one of the creators of the no. 1 profit-making arcade game, worked for a company named Namco and had a light bulb moment, coming up with the name Pakku-Man, or PUCKMAN, while he was eating pizza. He revealed this in an interview. Iwatani was then joined by Toshio Kai and Shigeo Funaki. The trio created an arcade cabinet that eventually became an immense success in their homeland. After a year, an arcade-game manufacturing company named Midway purchased the rights to release the game in America. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-pac-man/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ee67177968face26aeb48e425cc054ab72bd20bd0e32d0f8d7d0a0dcc6992b8e.jpeg Pac-Man Fever: Why This Gobbling Yellow Round Creature Is Still The Highest-Grossing Arcade Game In The World However, Midway owners were anxious that gamers would vandalize the cabinets if they continued to go by the name Puckman. This is why the game's name was changed to Pac-Man. Namco re-introduced the product under the new name. Pac-Man's chomping protagonist was the first video game mascot to hit the zeitgeist in the lsquo80s. The round gobbling creature, the fruits, and ghosts, and the iconic waka-waka sound effect remain etched in the collective consciousness of all those who played the game in its heyday. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-pac-man/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1b7392f9de0a6fc93b264981d11aaf71686c05dc5e3465fe58675f1d3116e710.jpeg Pac-Man Fever: Why This Gobbling Yellow Round Creature Is Still The Highest-Grossing Arcade Game In The World Before too long, America was caught in the grip of ldquoPac-Man Fever.rdquo Singers Buckner Garcia even earned themselves a spot in Billboard's Top 10 chart with a song of the same name. The franchise also branched out into several TV shows and spin-offs, such as Ms. Pac-Man, released in 1981. The creation of Pac-Man paved the way for a new generation of game developers, including John Romero, a man who revolutionized modern video games. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-pac-man/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ba0a5a3bddf4eb8b64248d1564255bad179667f793bc866fad0cfb84ead3ed88.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/best-madonna-80s/ The Best Madonna Songs of the '80s Madonna made history when she released phenomenal songs back in the lsquo80s. Arguably the greatest music artist of the decade, the ldquoQueen of Poprdquo transformed herself into a legend as she wowed audiences with her stellar visuals, full-on performances, and enduring music. When we think of Madonna, these legendary pop songs are the first to take over our minds. Borderline https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best-madonna-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/357d63d332b2fc31fbccdfe3c357a3a7b0a437ac88e9a8f73842017a5bad3e5c.jpeg The Best Madonna Songs of the '80s Like a Virgin https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best-madonna-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c841ff42985046217ad2c2f7828056f85c8a4e7a85c5d05e95b484454ac9e06.jpeg The Best Madonna Songs of the '80s Material Girl https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best-madonna-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/aff9156b5e5b4786f3e40dc16ebfb29b3427d17b8eed23a1b084ca96afccf7bd.jpeg The Best Madonna Songs of the '80s Like a Prayer https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/best-madonna-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5b95353023d558d086f589c8e9ea3fb843120f5ab338ce5bac8bdccf7a362ba4.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/247-news-cnn-80s/ How The Arrival Of CNN Changed The World Not too long ago, people had to wait for the morning newspapers to know what had gone on the day before. If they were around to catch it, the once-a-day local news broadcasts on television could reveal details a little sooner. Meanwhile, all-day radio programs had dibs on breaking news. Thankfully, everything transitioned when CNN (Cable News Network) began broadcasting news 24/7 on June 1, 1980. Situated in Atlanta, Georgia, the first topic the station tackled was the assassination of Vernon Jordan, a civil rights leader. Before CNN was launched, TV news, especially national news, could only be heard once a day, in a measly 30-minute spot in the evening. These spots were mostly covered by CBC, NBC, and ABC. CNN was available to only two million households in the year it commenced its operations, but it swiftly grew over the following decades. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/247-news-cnn-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c085214d43bc1eb9a6b9ec850d8cf0f381bd4fa0d825d2f35d566a04b2f7536c.jpeg How The Arrival Of CNN Changed The World This can be attributed to an increase in the number of households with cable access through the 1980s and the 1990s. By the mid-1980s, 50 million residents in America had cable in their homes, making up 21 of the population at the time. By 1995, that figure had risen to 70. There are some historians who claim that the emergence of news outlets like The Weather Channel (launched in 1982) and CNN prompted people to acquire paid cable rather than scanning news programs. Indeed, CNN was one of many channels that accommodated the increasingly news-obsessed culture. Following in its footsteps came MSNBC, Al Jazeera, FOX News Channel, and BBC. What's more amazing is that this news-loving phenomenon was not cooped up in the United States alone. Alongside the advancement of technology in other regions, specifically in Asia and Europe, the 24-hour news cycle instantly became a global phenomenon. CNN itself has world-wide coverage made possible through CNN International. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/247-news-cnn-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8ab6dedb9e1a3d1a3165c10e106b2fc3f287de29c5fdc5a966acd479b8252c11.jpeg How The Arrival Of CNN Changed The World While it may be successful now, it wasn't a flowery path for the news outlet. CNN didn't initially garner respect from the community, and even reached the extent of being dubbed the ldquoChicken Noodle Networkrdquo for constantly losing money. The network's founder, Robert Turner, eschewed the criticisms and remained focussed on establishing the organization across the world, buying up many of its competitors in the process. In 1983, Turner acquired the Satellite News Network, CNN's then-largest competitor. They were delivering around the clock news coverage, but CNN always came first in breaking news long before the others broadcast them. This was the major factor why CNN's audience doubled in the lsquo90s. Not only that, but more and more people were starting to think that it was prudent to know the news through the once-a-day news cycle. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/247-news-cnn-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cb969652456d605d3daad713de22f723883e445d7ef30415ccf2563a05cb6c59.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/studio-54-80s/ The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era Studio 54 wasn't just a nightclubmdashit was the epicenter of a cultural revolution. It captured the spirit of the late 1970s and early 1980s, where glamour, freedom, and excess collided in a way the world had never seen before. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d87796c81277ffd3914f2d6d6bc079d2971224e10a893d82c219bf60faa38bef.jpeg The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era A Playground of Fantasy Step inside Studio 54, and you entered a world of pure escapism. It wasn't just about dancing it was about living a fantasy. From dazzling light displays to outrageous performances, the club transformed nightlife into an immersive experience. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/780b39513b2a64d03154bf633c3441ae1c9838cf682f76c0a052cc4c0614d7fe.jpeg The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era The Velvet Rope Mystique One of Studio 54's greatest draws was its exclusivity. The velvet rope outside became legendary, as the club's owners handpicked who would gain entry each night. It didn't matter if you were a celebrity or a regular personmdashwhat mattered was that you had the look, the attitude, or the energy they wanted. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c7180e730dc9bc2eb9d1ad5f654351c5ff8c12b5170551338b46ba001dec66e.jpeg The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era The Music That Moved an Era At its core, Studio 54 was powered by music. Disco beats reverberated through the walls, uniting everyone on the dance floor in pure rhythm. The club didn't just play music it set trends. DJs at Studio 54 were tastemakers, introducing tracks that would go on to define the era. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d96e2985a09cd4222132dc359db0b0f506bddfae1dfe4e909a316e35142a329e.jpeg The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era More Than a Club, a Movement Studio 54 wasn't just about partyingmdashit was a statement. It represented liberation, self-expression, and living life unapologetically. In a time when society often felt restrictive, the club offered a space where people could be whoever they wanted to be. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2a668304acfcb6f1bc1458dc3d60309893cfb45989d95a1152922600ac2d2efd.jpeg The Mystery of Studio 54: The Club That Defined an Era The Legacy That Lasts Studio 54's reign was brief, closing its doors in 1986, but its impact has lasted for decades. The stories of wild nights, outrageous outfits, and larger-than-life personalities have become the stuff of legend. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/studio-54-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e7589117de815764b6f041e058d2795834e9d7751b6db29da32b62ddf6e3d5fe.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-worst-trends/ The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster The 1980s werent just a time of neon lights and oversized blazers they were also a decade of fashion and cultural missteps. While some trends defined the era in all the right ways, others, well, they left us scratching our heads. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/278c7b541a7fbdccf2ca6195138a311cc2bbf9200660ad20ecee8bb45f00f429.jpeg The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster The Mullet- More Than a Hairstyle The mullet wasn't just a hairstyle it was a full-on cultural movement. You couldn't walk through the 1980s without spotting this infamous cutmdashshort and neat in the front, long and flowing in the back. It was considered the ultimate balance of work and play, and it spread like wildfire. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3b0bcc2a22746a5a92508345a27af6be0be4ede90f3397d671e3f2221ce62366.jpeg The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster The Powerful Shoulder Pads Shoulder pads were more than just a fashion trendmdashthey were a statement of power and status. The bigger the shoulder pads, the bigger the presence. In the 1980s, both men and women embraced this bold look, stuffing jackets, blouses, and dresses with foam padding to create a broad-shouldered, imposing silhouette. The idea was to exude authority and confidence, especially for women entering the corporate world. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8cda14d4ee9cac73ec033bff69898887797a66f23fdd24013b72d78ce8462541.jpeg The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster Neon Was Next Neon colors defined the 1980s, and it was impossible to escape their blinding brightness. Whether it was neon pink, electric blue, or highlighter yellow, these fluorescent hues dominated everything from clothing to accessories. Fashion designers and everyday people alike seemed to believe that brighter was better, and the more neon you wore, the more stylish you were. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/95d6f3cc1fd9b2d1e33b39e9f2b05f07a987a0ef04fc345a1088be9a1e388573.jpeg The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster Like a Parachute, They Went Up Down Parachute pants weren't just a fashion statement they were a phenomenon. Made of shiny, synthetic fabric and featuring an incredibly baggy fit, parachute pants exploded in popularity during the 1980s thanks to the rise of breakdancing and hip-hop culture. These pants were designed for maximum movement, allowing dancers to perform acrobatic moves with ease. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/16dffde76d59a68fc7461e084a0e1ac73316142e4375145d3f24c1b4105c5e82.jpeg The Worst Trends of the 1980s: A Fashion and Cultural Disaster A Success Obsession The obsession with excess defined the 1980s, and it touched every aspect of lifemdashfrom fashion to lifestyle. It was the decade of more is more, where materialism and status symbols reigned supreme. Yuppie culture, with its focus on wealth and luxury, became a symbol of success. People flaunted their designer clothes, luxury cars, and high-tech gadgets as a way to showcase their success. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-worst-trends/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/01176010a15e540b09180d19f8d7ecd972bb9ded8d18acdce914334beb0ccad8.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-best-inventions/ Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World The 1980s were a time of neon colors, big hair, and blockbuster movies, but it was also a decade of game-changing innovation. From gadgets that defined pop culture to tech that laid the groundwork for our modern world, the 80s brought us some truly epic inventions. Lets take a walk down memory lane and explore five of the coolest creations from this totally tubular era! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2b6fbeb727cebcc54ce773dc975ef343f39439ceef75f663299a7bd2bf76116d.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World 1. The Personal Computer Revolution Imagine a world without laptops or desktopsunthinkable, right? Well, the 80s were when personal computers (PCs) went from being nerdy science projects to household staples. IBM launched its first PC in 1981, complete with MS-DOS as its operating system. Around the same time, Apple gave us the Macintosh (1984), the first computer with a graphical user interface that you could navigate with a mouse. Mind blown! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c3d1aa4e9dceb50194048f9c2bee24e8f28b9c5b30a60ddbc322469f7eb21abd.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World 2. The Walkman: Your Personal Soundtrack Before Spotify playlists and AirPods, there was the Sony Walkman. Released in 1979 but massively popular throughout the 80s, this portable cassette player let you take your music on the go. Suddenly, you could strut down the street listening to Michael Jackson or Madonna, feeling like the star of your own music video. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2b398925032d9580c33670cf23d356e2861a1fb1ef55da0a06f65ab4b1276ba4.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World 3. DNA Fingerprinting: Solving Mysteries and Making History Heres one for the science buffs: In 1984, geneticist Alec Jeffreys discovered DNA fingerprinting. This breakthrough allowed scientists to identify individuals based on their unique genetic patterns. While it wasnt exactly MacGyver-level exciting at first, it quickly became a game-changer for criminal investigations and paternity tests. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6d86966bafcadd4271307571e79382be54f5d1982d5f6660240f4960ff232a26.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World 4. The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES): Gamings Golden Age Its dangerous to go alonetake this! When Nintendo launched the NES in 1985, it revived the video game industry after the crash of 1983. Games like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Metroid didnt just entertainthey created a cultural phenomenon. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6898dc38770bf15c1af4634110f73a68c314c74ec3225fc7951cfa5cc8f50280.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World 5. The Mobile Phone: The Brick That Started It All In 1983, Motorola released the DynaTAC 8000X, the first commercially available mobile phone. It was enormous, heavy, and had a battery life of just 30 minutes, but heyit was portable! Owning one instantly made you feel like a Wall Street big shot or a character in an 80s action movie. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f9f968baa2586ee9db2a6548632c6e173863352e69b52e93fe99eeb66905928b.jpeg Totally Rad! The Top 5 Inventions from the 80s That Changed the World Honorable Mentions We cant talk about the 80s without shouting out some close runners-up: CDs (Compact Discs): Say goodbye to cassettes and hello to crystal-clear sound. Camcorders: Because how else would we capture family vacations and those rad aerobics tapes? MTV: Okay, not an invention, but it changed how we consumed music forever! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-best-inventions/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8a308e7687b39bd007724589b8333c96a82632d65959da41f5e700183443fe0c.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/madonna-1980s/ Madonna: The Queen of Pop in the 1980s Madonna Louise Ciccone, born on August 16, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan, emerged as one of the most iconic figures of the 1980s. Her journey to fame began in New York City, where she moved in 1978 to pursue a career in dance and music. Madonna's early years were marked by struggle and determination as she worked various jobs while trying to break into the music industry. Her big break came with the release of her debut single, Everybody, in 1982, which quickly became a dance hit and laid the foundation for her future success. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/madonna-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1890a536819e9c03c17cccc4bf500ff7f9334e3521448e5c53c679e25277b7c9.jpeg Madonna: The Queen of Pop in the 1980s Breakthrough and Iconic Hits Madonna's debut album, Madonna, released in 1983, featured hits like Holiday and Lucky Star, which established her as a rising star. However, it was her second album, Like a Virgin (1984), that catapulted her to international stardom. The title track, along with hits like Material Girl, became defining songs of the decade. Madonna's provocative style, combined with her catchy pop tunes, resonated with a wide audience and helped her dominate the charts. Her music videos, heavily played on MTV, further solidified her status as a pop icon. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/madonna-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/38360f2412e3a2946a98eafb4db0caf7e39fdc695420b97d688bf660c79ceae9.jpeg Madonna: The Queen of Pop in the 1980s Reinvention and Influence One of Madonna's most remarkable traits was her ability to constantly reinvent herself. Each new album and tour showcased a different persona, from the edgy, punk-inspired looks of her early career to the glamorous and sophisticated styles of the Like a Prayer era. This chameleon-like quality kept her relevant and exciting, influencing not just music but also fashion and culture. Songs like Papa Don't Preach and Like a Prayer tackled controversial topics, showcasing her willingness to push boundaries and address social issues through her music. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/madonna-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9bc906c75d3c3042c28311f903d194ade3e5e0a2f8208a68917fb0d56f9005e8.jpeg Madonna: The Queen of Pop in the 1980s Cultural Impact and Legacy Madonna's impact on the 1980s extended beyond music. She became a cultural icon, embodying the era's spirit of freedom, self-expression, and rebellion. Her bold fashion choices, including lace gloves, crucifixes, and layered jewelry, inspired countless fans and became emblematic of 1980s style. Madonna's influence was also evident in her fearless approach to sexuality and empowerment, challenging societal norms and advocating for women's independence and strength. Her performances and music videos often sparked debate and discussion, cementing her role as a provocative and influential figure. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/madonna-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/20d7f8e87e78c2e540da41c98454f6b0d3ecaad234b5a71dcabe0d54144f3558.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/ 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Hawns Impressive Financial Status Hawn has been working since she can remember. At the age of three, this celebrity took part in her first stage production as a ballet and tap dancer in The Nutcracker. While in her teens, Hawn transitioned to an onscreen career that has since won her several awards, including the prestigious Academy and Goldene Kamera Awards and even an induction into the Hollywood Walk of Fame. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7583fedd73a07d2ae49f860a594fbcd78f2b04f534cbf3e3b34a6a0bce5384a7.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 1964 Marked the Beginning of Her Onscreen Career Back in the 60s, when Hawn was starting out as a performer, actresses didnt make much from their craft. Even so, the Snatched thespian couldnt give up on a career she had spent her entire childhood dreaming about. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/596af947c4b6c0e611e7671e7da8b73c72a72af32a382817be65add29802d13d.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Ingrid Bergman Was Impressed by Hawns Acting Skills Hawn was thankful to have legions of fans who loved her work as an entertainer earlier in her career and awards that recognized her talent. Still, nothing meant more to her than having legendary Ingrid Bergman compliment her on her acting skills. When the two were on the set of Cactus Flower, Bergman praised Hawn, then a newbie in the film industry, for the latter's skills which she equated to an experienced performer's. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/da1fd08f840c248cbed0369b2d8f6563e672f0da0c9487d1e4206b184979ebea.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn The Amazing Friendship With Captain Lewis Although their onscreen characters on Private Benjamin didnt get along, Hawn and co-star Eileen Brennan, who played Captain Lewis, were best of friends in real life. As soon as the two met on set for the first time, they clicked, marking the beginning of a lifelong friendship. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/17b7aa9016fc494c8522bdcad6065cd9ecddbf80defe04787faa4644177e17c8.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Changing Lives Through the Hawn Foundation Hawn strongly believes that to experience success in any area of their life, one must prioritize their well-being. This is why the actress founded the Hawn Foundation, which aims to improve the academic performance of the youth, not by making them work even harder to get their grades up but by teaching them life skills that cater to their welfare. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/487cf5805ffc3f5fa0b1b19a38739f491a55b43c91495d2bf93dd8e32a74897d.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She's a Star Dancer You don't become a great dancer overnight, and Goldie Hawn's parents likely knew this from a very young age. She began taking ballet as well as tap dancing classes at the age of three. This saw her dance in the corps de ballet of the Ballets Russes de Monte Carlo production of The Nutcracker in 1955. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57daacbe747839eb140ee16d4329c7c8f02379b09fd7bf08c2bbe3131dece055.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Hawns Longterm Relationship With Russell One of the Hollywood relationships most folks look up to to date is Hawn's with her long-term lover, actor Kurt Russell. The two have been together since 1983's Valentine's Day, having first met on the set of 1966's The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c7c4128b981ac24bf019f6e5331fff0477739f652b7f2647e4d24901d76aa38c.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Is Content With Scarcity We've seen many celebrities who have let fame and class get into their heads but not the Rowan Martin's Laugh-In star Goldie Hawn. When other folks only go for mega holidays and stay in luxurious hotels, this star knows to have a good time anywhere. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e8fd4d717da3bd88c00e1d60b543c1cc84e6bbe7ffd38c3438edd96654bbb00a.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Hawn Has Written an Autobiography Yes, we need to know and learn a thing or two about Goldie Hawn's life because it is inspiring, and we have her autobiography, A Lotus Grows in The Mud, for that. The book, which according to Good Reads delivers a personal look at private and powerful events that carried Hawn through life, was published in 2005. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/54bb740d792e4ad97ef99b94a3542e1fd53a5717be732656abd39aaab312bf20.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Has a Love for Elephants One more fact about Hawn that you may have missed is the star's love for elephants. A trip to India sparked her passion as she met a special wild elephant named Belly Button in a game reserve. After seven years, Hawn returned to India to film a documentary about Asian Elephants. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e6036a9d1e260a3931e707a612542f09ae7995d21513ca79180447b96771c28f.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn The Car Crash That Almost Took Her Life Hawn was involved in a car crash when she was 19, after which she had an out-of-body experience. According to the actress, she was floating above the accident scene when she saw an ambulance arrive and people lifting her body into it. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d9b6b6343fb7e8ddde8350d0374d995dd31b86002973c27c9393c48a8ac33e32.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Hawn Hated Her Look as a Child Most of us remember feeling the pressure of not looking like the beautiful girl in class or on the subway as children. We didn't know what beauty was back then, and we believed it was a threshold we didn't cut. It turns out the gorgeous Hawn felt that way too as a child. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/db3cd553a81d73b9239f1755eb040c5594c50b0864d3150959a57ba604cd6bd5.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn A Woman Full of Talents Many people recognize Goldie Hawn for her commendable acting talent. The woman has proven time and again she is a force to be reckoned with. In addition to being an exceptional actress, the woman has other talents to her name as well. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b004dbf022a73fef18d7c378d55e95f9fee51f27888ab6730ab3a886f4a45cfa.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Used to Work as a Vegas Showgirl Even though Goldie Hawn gained worldwide popularity due to her acting, it was still dancing that had the most special place in her heart. Before achieving her breakthrough with acting, her passion for dancing brought her to Las Vegas where she worked as a showgirl. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9d66bd4ff2446c93ff2e556c39ab948122416c1b2fe8aef3162667e687c0e879.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Goldie Hawn Had Different Plans They say that things happen if they are meant to be no matter what. Sometimes, it does not matter how much a person tries for something, because nature does as it wills. We saw that come true for Goldie Hawn. It was never Hawns first choice to become a recognized comedic actress. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/94a44a2e7986900574074634a62335ca8c746a58cce1fff1465a867ae774106d.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Once Also Thought of Becoming a Singer It would not be wrong to say that Goldie Hawn is a jack of all trades. She first had a passion for dancing, which she even pursued. Then, fast forward to today, we know her as an incredibly talented actress. In addition to that, the woman is also a great singer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b0a076549d96000afa0e38f0d5d08c589f3af17866e7cb3ad81629de20a65d33.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Some People Had Doubts About Her Name We usually see popular media personalities with unique names that we have never heard of before. Often, such names are not the real names of the celebs and are usually kept to make them more memorable. This is why people had doubts about Hawns real first name. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/071030a3369e4622c838d3a056eb4b688f0e21fc8159588c9c30985d59649620.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Has a Prestigious Award to Her Name Apart from making a permanent spot in her fans hearts through her impeccable performances, Goldie Hawn has managed to achieve another thing as well. The talented woman has a prestigious award to her name that she won in 1997 with her fellow actors from the movie The First Wives Club. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7692a7407b54783d64942372f593e2ee65d21ae045ac37afca2f91b761a06b44.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Not Every Goldie Hawn Movie Was a Blockbuster Goldie Hawn has been among the few contemporary Hollywood actresses who have enjoyed continuous stardom throughout her acting career. She has given us blockbusters movies one after the other, so it was shocking for many when she decided to take a break from the industry. Fortunately, the Private Benjamin star returned to the silver screen after her brief hiatus, and the audience welcomed her with open arms. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c7ba82bc28d8d295c163fbbf21bd9d659f4da18051336bd3ecfa3e58d6aabf03.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Goldies Mantra Is to Be Mindful As an audience, we perceive Goldie Hawn as having a carefree persona, but the same does not hold when we talk about her life off-screen. She has a rather solemn personality and believes in being aware of her responsibility as an entertainer. When the actress was on a break from acting, she taught people the importance of being mindful. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/34b22cd1162964bc7458b8e83571bce3ffe57bfd3ea290fcc60d5faf09680a8e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Goldie Is Vocal About Her Opinion Like many of us, Goldie Hawn also differs from the majority opinion in her perception of certain things, and she has never shied away from sharing her diverse views in a public forum. At times, it does not fit well with popular belief, which results in her reaching the headlines of the newspapers the next day. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e4e9a1ce70a0369df187bbd5237e35cb382b95ad8d034c8c01490728afe0a48e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn The secret to Success and Stories From the Past Goldie Hawn and Mel Gibson worked together in Bird on Wire, and the two became friends for life. They even received much love from the audience as an on-screen pair. While the movie was released several decades earlier, Goldie is still all praises for her co-star Mel. She also agrees that both have been equally successful in the industry, and while she can't comment on the secret behind Mel's success, she did reveal about her. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f7ff80762a565fc4c34033bccf675336960b8fd3c443b42008efc30ad1ced2ca.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn She Prefers Restricting Screen Time With the advancement of technology, we all have the best gadgets at our disposal. So, while it is easily accessible to us mortals, celebrity homes would be packed with the latest devices. Nonetheless, some Hollywood stars are not much fascinated by tech, and one of them is Goldie Hawn. She does not fancy the idea of constantly being on the phone and encourages people to spend more time with each other. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1b4b9575cf9707117ae742b8fe25123f2473cf2808b4d3bceac255a81a36a756.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Shes a Doting Family Member When actress Laura Hawn fell gravely sick in 1922, Goldie Hawn started spending almost every moment with her dearest mother. The star not only took care of the lady until her sad demise in 1994 but to date remembers the exceptional love they shared through Instagram wishes. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f3f58f17cb839c53b32cf1e51223e47435a576785f6c71438c9ffcfed5ec0358.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Goldie Had Some Famous Schoolmates We know that Goldies family doesnt fall short of famous personalities, so it shouldnt be surprising that she went to school with some of the finest superstars, too. After all, the lady attended none other than Montgomery Blair High School, based in Silver Spring. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dd14e7013dd5db4725cda531ca818e9ba737386d6b35e238f72313fcafcd5404.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Her Attractiveness Is Official Telling others about how good-looking you are might be a challenging task for some people. Fortunately, Goldie never had to go through such an ordeal since she was officially listed as a desirable star by Empire Magazine in 1995, and thats phenomenal because this record was published keeping the entire film history in mind! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c1b3d9a2243e2660a995787ee0e2d149f5fae0c8586bb2f51adb7a4172ac54af.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn And Her Hotness Is Widely Acclaimed Of course, more people have acknowledged her beauty! Apparently, our pretty lady has made an impact all over America, which is why were guessing it takes just a minute for someone to become her fan thus, after Empire Magazine, it was the turn for Playboy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/aee31a90965fb59e05b9f91a9aafdad270cebece7f9a83b78aae9c5118548cd7.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Religion Is a Serious Affair Ever wondered how Hawn keeps calm during the worst of situations? Well, it comes from the peace within. Just like family, religion is a unique matter for Hawn. She is highly faithful to Buddhism and has mastered mindfulness by following the steps of her gurus carefully. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/65c70f0a76b2e9e7f8d7985fb1c33c20ec7fa4e45c75d7ba7a8f28f062ed96e1.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Kate Hudsons Very Interesting Love Life Award-winning actress Kate Hudson has accomplished a lot and her steamy love life seems to be the hottest topic in the tabloids. Take a look at Kates romantic history, from beginning to end, and what her lovers are up to today, including how she allegedly carried Brad Pitt's baby while he was still married to Angelina Jolie.1996 - Matt Le Blanc Yes, you heard that right. The actor who played the beloved Joey Tribiani on the hit show Friends wasnt only a casanova on television. Matt Le Blanc managed to sweep Ms. Hudson off of her feet back in 1996. Though it wasnt a particularly long romance, he was the first celebrity pairing for the actress. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f6a5d18f4a8fdc22bbbb7a9d40c83988ad9bb065268b394e3e8bde55b9cc788f.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Matt Up to Today? Matt Le Blanc was able to move on after his breakup with Kate Hudson. He seemed to have found the one when he met model, Melissa McKnight. The couple was married in 2003 and share a daughter named Marina. Sadly, after their daughter was diagnosed with cancer, the marriage began to crumble and finally ended in divorce in 2006. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/938afe2ac2c3afc63cba07e48ea99d9efd22ed237a1bfcd4c817e8d430f0886e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 1997 - Eli Craig At 18 years old, Kate met Eli Craig, the incredibly cute son of Sally Field and the two just hit it off (as teens usually do when they are both young and beautiful). The now film director and screenwriter romanced Hudson for a full year (a lifetime for an 18-year-old) before the two called it quits. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/49eff1f2bacefa3b1bf50662c9b80f769ca734022732f45f9de6dd17a1879bea.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Eli Up To Today? Eli, aside from being a passionate outdoorsman, fell in love with actress Sasha Williams in 2004. Yes, Williams looks familiar because she was the talent behind the Yellow Lightspeed character from the Power Rangers franchise. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/68a72ad2047ba85675cb9c2039cb37237d39c42434cb57a77b6b3606fbfbb83e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 1999 - Shannon Leto Kate Hudson wasted no time after her relationship with Eli Craig, and by 1999, she had moved on. While he may have been a rebound guy, musician Shannon Leto did date Kate for a hot minute the year before she met her first husband Chris Robinson. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d53ebfd16fcbd9dd794006b2d0e9cfb40b6eb111ac83bca49c229edddaa8ad5a.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Shannon Up to Today? This rocker is still working on his music and living life to the fullest. There have been no further connections to dear old Kate so it seems it is safe to say that their time together has come and gone. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1a823f51dbfc07e3dfed54156c4544029982a5f81fc058d8a6d07736e41d7141.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2000 to 2007 - Chris Robinson At the beginning of the year 2000, Kate fell hard for Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson, so hard, in fact, that by December 31st they were both saying I do in Aspen, Colorado. After three years of marriage, the couple had their son Ryder in January 2004. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a360ee13503ebe7d82ec893de57a8b0a14c57786215740a39a6bec6a566a9d21.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Chris Up to Today? A lot has happened since Chris split from Kate. The same year his divorce was finalized, the rocker met former model and yoga instructor Allison Bridges. The couple began dating in 2007 and by 2009 they had not only gotten hitched, but Allison also gave birth to a daughter. After nine years of marriage, the couple divorced amicably. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/47fbcf550b379850df135ea6bafe5f3e75c9200ecd2f61225ecaa8715e845559.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2006 to 2008 - Owen Wilson While recovering from her divorce, Kate hooked up with funnyman Owen Wilson after the filming of their romantic comedy You, Me, Dupree. Both charming and witty, they seemed to be the perfect match for each other, so why the breakup, or two, or three? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e70b9563f5cd266af903675b37589ebab252931bdd0590847608440a3111034e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Owen Up to Today? There is no telling if Owen still holds a flame for Kate but he really hasnt settled down with anyone for the long term as of yet. Dont get me wrong, the man has dated and has had some serious relationships but, lets just say, he hasnt put a ring on it. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/536310733bed979c2b323e43b2f8b9a030c57638836aeaf39975f055ff5eb910.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2007 - Dax Shepard OK, so, here is where the timeline gets a bit confusing but you have to remember that Kate and Owen did have a few breakups. While broken up with Wilson, Kate and Dax went out for a friendly dinner that turned into a three-month relationship. At the time, Kates career was soaring and Dax was experiencing a lull which caused him to feel inadequate alongside her. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/048ebb868d31decd5b298bfcdf029b99a4d98187bf8e39b8a1f00f88d8d83337.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Dax Up to Today? Well, Daxs breakup with Kate seems as though it was a blessing in disguise as that same year he began dating the love of his life. While attending a birthday party, he met the lovable Kristen Bell and the two quickly fell in love. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6ff2fc036f60fcb76d50a8ea1675f51e90f737998201a81d7f9221bc8f4ddc51.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2007 - Heath Ledger Now, it would seem that Ms. Hudson made the rounds in 2007 but her affair with Heath Ledger is one of those stories that has stemmed from a rumor and has never been confirmed. The actors met while working on the film Four Feathers in 2002 and years later Kate would tell the world that he was her favorite on-screen kiss. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b4b3615d8934318a7c951180ea15e68de11d446269e4bab1c66caf51bf68133d.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Heath Sadly Passed The death of Heath Ledger was not only devastating to those he loved but also to the cinematic world. On January 22, 2008, the 28-year-old actor was found unconscious in his Soho apartment. Sadly, he could not be revived and was pronounced dead on the scene. The autopsy revealed the cause of death to be an accidental overdose of prescription drugs. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/84733b86b82f7e481de7144557500a3266db842f6bb29ca5bbb8c6e85035dee5.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2008 - Lance Armstrong Yes, we are still in the years' Kate dated Owen Wilson but 2008 was the end of their on-again-off-again relationship. Once Kate decided it wasnt going to work with him she and famous cyclist Lance Armstrong dated for just a short three months. While Kate has never disclosed why they broke up, Lance had the audacity to call her too needy to the press. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1faa7a74443da1716bcceeb29c90e378584d281a9c66ed574466b3a86da5a7c9.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Lance Up to Today? Aside from admitting to doping and paying a $5 million fine to the U.S. government, Lance has also been shooting an autobiographical documentary with ESPN and running his coffee shop (yes, he owns a coffee shop). https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ce93656592328563ec848f39f669592d5df06d330088622d68d1b1826de57410.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2008 - Eric Lindros Following her breakup with Lance Armstrong, rumors began to surface that Kate was dating Canadian hockey player Eric Lindros in 2008. News broke that the two lovebirds were holed up in a cabin belonging to Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell in Muskoka, Canada. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/588993b661805afe1ce356bbf913ec4af470e68a0d82a607aad1e60f07812f8f.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Eric Up to Today? Eric Lindros married the love of his life in 2012. Also a native Quebecer, Kina Lamarche is the former president of the North American wing of Travelex, a foreign exchange company. Though Lindros retired from hockey, he was inducted into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 2016 and named one of the 100 Greatest NHL players in history in 2017. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d03c4bd2ade63363f4c065b98e10a236b23464acfe151819f8171785f32aca46.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2009 - Darren Ankenman Kate met photographer Darren Ankenman while on the set of the movie Bride Wars. The two hit it off, however, their romantic involvement was very brief. The talented photographer did focus his lens on the actress for a photoshoot that captures her in a variety of sexy ensembles. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7880b5a0c51d5b4efd2f1f578c99de1ffb8d2c17ddfcdfdcf48cae6dbec2301a.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Darren Up to Today? Since Darren allegedly dated Kate, he has been very busy with his photography as well as filmography. He has also been working as a film editor on several television series and documentaries in Los Angeles. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8a4af8a66ef025a61063b0d34c392d97ef8cd198774a6e4bc799fc80ad0d3dec.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2009 - Adam Scott We must admit, the romantic link between Kate Hudson and Australian golfer Adam Scott is another rumor that began when the two were spotted together in Hawaii in 2009. An American magazine stirred the rumor mill when Kate and Adam were spotted dining with several friends at a restaurant at the Kapalua Resort. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/37c0c6273e510b2f429edbc45aa692ee21f42b90f53d5c7198115b86bb898f35.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Adam Up to Today? After surviving his first taste of the American tabloids, Adam had an on-again-off-again relationship with tennis pro Ana Ivanovic in 2010 and 2011. After they split for good, Adam married Swedish architect Marie Kojzar in a small ceremony in the Bahamas in 2014. The couple had dated previously in the early 2000s and reunited in 2013. Since they said I do, they have welcomed a son and a daughter to the mix. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2ef8e14c482a7a18fb9a8afcfc7362918ee875b57ca21c34cb31a43ba24b3a27.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2009 - Alex Rodriguez The relationship between Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez, though short, was probably one of the most publicized. The flirtation between the two first occurred at the reopening of the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami in 2008. ARod and his wife, Cynthia Scurtis, had just split up and Kate was newly single and ready to mingle. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6ca5da6907aa65b48d1415dbddd18b10f5aeb997a3722c0e70a21bf29ebef631.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Alex Up to Today? As everyone in the world knows, ARod has been busy since the breakup with Kate. Though he did retire from the MLB, he is now working as a media personality in multiple arenas. He worked as a broadcaster for Fox Sports 1, a cast member of Shark Tank, as well as a member of the ABC News network. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d836520e8ec60823e24e720406c2d99902be3f62dbc5c66f0a85b1ff02a2a0c8.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2010 - Matthew Bellamy In early 2010, Kate was introduced to Muse frontman Matt Bellamy by a high school friend during the Coachella music festival in California. When she noticed her friends were nowhere in sight, it was Matt who offered to take care of her. After a short courtship, the couple became engaged in April 2011 just a few months before the birth of their son, Bingham Hawn Bellamy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6d8a32f242ef5f5ea3277cd97f1bc7d84c561b2859f436783053ef41f7d623eb.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Matt Up to Today? After the emotional breakup with Kate, the musician began dating American model Elle Evans in February 2015. The couple announced their engagement in December 2017 and were married on August 10, 2019. Matt and Elle welcomed their daughter, Lovella Dawn Bellamy, to the world in June 2020. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9f1ef63aceac68dfc7dda3ea63c970b98b279a9820183f9ddfaea71d8f94a00c.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2014 - Derek Hough This short-lived relationship between Kate Hudson and Dancing With the Stars Derek Hough had the gossip columnists chomping at the bit for more details. The rumors started flying after the green-eyed beauty was spotted making out with the dance pro just days before she and Matt Bellamy announced they had split. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8503054ac39dd2c20552dd45a0a26f5e05395b1e030ad8ef3cf6030c287ace81.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Derek Up to Today? It is doubtful that Derek Hough shed any tears after things ended with Kate, he seemed to carry on with his life just fine. The 35-year-old dance pro was selected to be a judge on the 29th season of Dancing With the Stars after wowing audiences with his judging skills on NBCs World of Dance. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9cd10f1aefac8c2c60f8709fb94f3b23f6a877c8ff00b9979be8880671cd3301.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2015 - Nick Jonas Even though there was a 13 year age gap between Kate Hudson and Nick Jonas, their short-lived relationship ended with nothing but mutual respect and admiration. When interviewed a year later Nick said, We had an unbelievable connection as two humans who just admire things about each other, and see something in each other that's beautiful. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dc65e2fd023e94c3f3e7e330928bc5013577a549353e8be8ad5d9c41338ca022.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Nick Up to Today? Dear sweet Nick did find the girl of his dreams when he began dating Indian actress, singer, and producer Priyanka Chopra in May 2018. Apparently, Nick was smitten as he proposed just two months later while the two were visiting Crete, Greece for her birthday. In December of the same year, this powerhouse couple managed to pull off not one, but two weddings! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8b433ea8444313d815007fbc3df53cb217254cbe168ff534b147f82a33151066.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2016 - Diplo It hasnt been confirmed if the relationship between Kate Hudson and American DJ Diplo was just a friendship, a fling, or the real deal. In 2016, it was assumed that the 37-year-olds were dating one another after they were seen together at the Met Gala in New York City in May and then again in Ibiza, Spain just a few months later. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/44bf9d58e19b072e44164a616bdad5d10cb58b6095faca959e722301f53d4bc5.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Diplo Up to Today? Diplo certainly hasnt settled down, he is still a successful DJ and has collaborated with multiple artists in the makings of their albums. His personal life is a bit complicated as he recently welcomed his third child into his unconventional family. Trinidadian model and beauty queen Jevon King is the proud mama of his new baby boy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0284abd815c701c5c20ae2ab02d6063e50a993bea34b4fbea615c283421c9a46.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2016 - J.J. Watt Now, in all actuality, J.J. Watt really shouldnt be included in the list of Kates relationships as both have said they never dated, even so, here is the low down on how the rumors got started. The over-exaggerated dinner date that sparked the fictitious rumors was not meant to be romantic at all. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1bddf99f3d2c705723d6cd08afc0680dadaa860bfe2fdfebedbc04cfa96b2e23.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats J.J. Up to Today? Aside from continuing with his career as one of the best defensive ends in the NFL, J.J. has also been involved in charitable causes. He is the president of the Justin J. Watt Foundation, an organization that offers after-school opportunities for children of all economic levels to get involved with athletics. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/736cf8e6b577873f2db496355b20328a34604f15760aaaddbd2bf9dd6441062e.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2016 - Brad Pitt To carry on with the rumor train we present to you the next fictitious relationship sponsored by the tabloids. Thats right, while superstar Brad Pitt was still married to Angelina Jolie, tabloids had the public believing that he wasnt only dating Kate but that he also got her pregnant. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c3e97f0af38a2f43024a2952a34d036749732f9fb2e950339c61e554d5ba66a.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Brad Up to Today? As we said, Brad was married to Angelina at the time the ridiculous rumor began circulating. It just so happens that this was the same year that Angelina filed for divorce (surely, the two are not related). The divorce dragged out for three years until it was finalized in 2019. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/efd4c747b36105c6f070b2d2f29cf5407bf8b70b0ce40c8b0ed00d5ad6418d64.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn 2016 - Danny Fujikawa In 2016, Kate and Danny Fujikawa took their 15-year friendship to the next level and began dating. After a long dating history, a failed engagement, and a failed marriage, it would seem that Kate has finally found the one. After two years of dating, the couple welcomed their first child, Rani Rose Huson Fujikawa, to their clan announcing the birth via Instagram on October 2, 2018. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/49c7eddd71944e88c91bc1d8205a0b6c7897a85661aad51385eeccca518aa4ba.jpeg 25 Interesting Tid-Bits About America's Sweetheart, Goldie Hawn Whats Danny Up to Today? Well, this is a bit awkward but we may as well keep this list cohesive, right? Today, Danny and Kate are loving life and loving one another. In a recent interview, Kate described how her beau makes her feel by saying, I still feel loved. His devotion to the family unit makes me feel safe and confident and secure. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/goldie-hawn-facts-ob-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ba78e1319507b8d12f41855838012309ee209a5bed65d100bc664b535469dea8.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/1980s-crisis/ The 1980s AIDS Crisis: A Turning Point in Public Health The 1980s were profoundly marked by the emergence of the AIDS crisis, a global epidemic that would change the landscape of public health and societal attitudes towards disease, sexuality, and healthcare. First identified in 1981, AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) rapidly became a significant public health concern, leading to widespread fear, stigma, and a pressing need for medical and social intervention. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-crisis/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d806304f516678e5cfa4228c2b83d003cbf6768b4afbdd5356d8701e2cdd99f0.jpeg The 1980s AIDS Crisis: A Turning Point in Public Health The Early Days and Rapid Spread https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-crisis/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/20cffd51e8faa49fe6960c884d185072cd44fa8057246fa2bf0e9262d290622e.jpeg The 1980s AIDS Crisis: A Turning Point in Public Health Public Response and Stigma https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-crisis/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/90fae53b2f540f40f8c1df766beba26b48d1947dc221a0244ef0fc29852c389f.jpeg The 1980s AIDS Crisis: A Turning Point in Public Health Medical Advances and Challenges https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-crisis/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c10e17358bf7de69b0d0a4b070e996be8e4089ea0c8ab403cef4584c86276d0a.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/poison-1980s/ Poison: Glam Rock Icons of the '80s Poison, one of the most flamboyant bands of the '80s glam rock scene, burst onto the music landscape with their debut album Look What the Cat Dragged In in 1986. Known for their wild style and catchy tunes, they quickly became synonymous with the decade's glam metal craze. The band's combination of hard rock hooks and pop sensibility, coupled with their over-the-top visual appeal, captured the hearts of millions, turning them into one of the era's biggest acts. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/poison-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c5cbf8fbab7ed6f7c0ae23b2dc8eade4f306ae857009c4da615edd1b5c805183.jpeg Poison: Glam Rock Icons of the '80s Bret Michaels, the Charismatic Frontman Bret Michaels is the charismatic lead vocalist and a driving force behind Poison's enduring appeal. Born Bret Michael Sychak, he not only fronts the band but also plays a pivotal role in songwriting. Known for his dynamic stage presence and distinctive voice, Michaels has been the face of the band throughout its highs and lows. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/poison-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/86c671f689e5b1bea8ca915620409b9a71dd76333b0b5aed725fde3c6449cfe5.jpeg Poison: Glam Rock Icons of the '80s C.C. DeVille, the Guitar Shredder C.C. DeVille, born Bruce Anthony Johannesson, is the flamboyant guitarist known for his energetic performances and technical prowess. His guitar solos are a hallmark of Poison's biggest hits, including the iconic intro to Talk Dirty to Me. DeVille's style and onstage antics embody the spirit of glam metal. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/poison-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e56836811f5088f0ef00b13c341804f2c30aecaaebc7421725c6437c285037e9.jpeg Poison: Glam Rock Icons of the '80s Bobby Dall, the Low-End Provider Bobby Dall is the bassist who provides the solid foundation for Poison's infectious melodies. Born Robert Harry Kuykendall, Dall's bass playing is both rhythmic and melodic, underpinning the band's energetic tracks. Offstage, he's known as the quieter member of the group, but his musical contributions speak volumes. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/poison-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5f05483f2f6db46c56fed19351ee9f94a831829bcd88533594bc06261b84cf81.jpeg Poison: Glam Rock Icons of the '80s Rikki Rockett, the Beat Master Rikki Rockett, born Richard Allan Ream, is the drummer who brings the vibrant energy to Poison's music. His powerful drumming not only drives the band's sound but also adds a layer of theatricality to their performances. Rockett co-founded Poison with Bret Michaels, and his commitment to the visual and musical style of the band has been a key factor in their long-standing success. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/poison-1980s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/996220a4c77d8bf96ed2c32ecab5152fb1f088ebdffae41d9b24a8c84cab0123.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/1980s-fitness-craze/ When Everyone Caught the Fitness Bug Remember when leg warmers and neon leotards were the height of fashion? That wasn't just an odd fashion trend it was the 1980s showing its obsession with all things fitness. This was the decade when getting in shape went from something a few people did to a full-blown cultural movement. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-fitness-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0907cb8a2e660c2e1c4c53b6ef2fb598e0db9d63bf5772e3df5f33bf8e0bb616.jpeg When Everyone Caught the Fitness Bug Aerobics Takes Center Stage https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-fitness-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/37d51f6678dbe5f02225287b0b269faf3a66739fbcc18ac1a39d301f73e583c0.jpeg When Everyone Caught the Fitness Bug The Home Workout Revolution https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-fitness-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f6de9ed486864d5c6a7b1545e8233d54b66d8fe26d8445485dfeb81112320bc7.jpeg When Everyone Caught the Fitness Bug Fitness Icons Everywhere https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/1980s-fitness-craze/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2a4c0a59e4ae1ae4efd6aaa56498b57b2d012350445d9b9a2af7d593d341b305.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/carson-life-secrets-at8/ Johnny Carson's Life Secrets For over 30 years, The Tonight Show screened on US television, leaving it etched in the memories of several generations. Its host, Johnny Carson, was known for his charismatic on-screen persona and his ability to crack one-liners. From his personal struggles to the one guest he absolutely hated after having them on the show - can you guess who it is? Learn some secrets about his life, the truth about his manhood being just one. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/21d676693ac1a2b0a386f6abd4ee9ea4ff9f22e1e1fea79c04cca23a1cbe8a87.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Controversial Marriage Johnny was married four times in total, but the second of these marriages raised some eyebrows when the truth of their private lives became public. Carson met Joanne Copeland, a Pan-Am stewardess in 1960 when he was hosting the game show Who Do You Trust? Ironically, it turned out that both of them began affairs soon after their marriage. She with sports figure Frank Gifford, and he with a string of women. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5a0454e08d15a598cad4a2dab7f63c8e8cb6861bc87433c29f2a75f695cccdf4.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets His Private Pain Though both parties were at fault in this troubled marriage, it still hurt the talk show host to find out that his wife Joanne had engaged in an affair. These feelings only came to light years later in 2013, however, with the release of a tell-all memoir written by Carsons former lawyer Henry Bushkin. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4df553b8e38c10175966bfd6c0a21ea00e52828dad0a11ceda59aff3212560e1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Never Confirmed Inside the apartment, which was Joannes second home, the pair made some discoveries that would bring the talk show host to tears. Around the house were several photos of the man in question, Frank Gifford, as well as some lingerie on the couch. This was enough evidence for Carson, who then started binge drinking with his regular drinking pal Ed McMahon. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9178b33b5380f1a0ceccd1d7f9f8d5cef457722220193d39f3cc34ac5716beec.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Losing Hope Due to his celebrity status, Bob Hope appeared on the talk show many times over the years. And as time went on, Carsons frustration with guests only continued to grow. Hopes eyesight and hearing deteriorated, making it hard for him to even understand the interview questions. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/336b579b07ac3fc064690b8a38977d0624048ec48da9195cf5972ba532367324.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Carson Loved Women Alcohol wasnt Carson's only addiction. The talk show host was well known for his love of women, and being married didnt prevent him from chasing them. Even the risk of losing a divorce settlement didnt stop his womanizing ways. While separating from Joanne, he began an affair with Playboy bunny Angel Tompkins, against his lawyers advice, only replying !$ him. A stiff !$ has no conscience. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e106e392d9b3646ab01d137de2f85c79b3265fbb96d95ca5f19adfcec28fe128.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Mommy Issues The divorces, the alcohol issues, the countless infidelities, Johnny seemed to have problems in so many areas of his life. But rather than take a look at his behavior and take some responsibility for his actions, he placed the blame squarely with another person. He claimed his mother Ruth was not only cold and heartless but also the cause of all his problems. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b64ec042efd1cd829cf2cdae68bc74430fd285f1fcf9eaf0063bd54017631665.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Sex Tape Scandal Some of the scandals surrounding the legendary talk show host only emerged after his death. In 2014, nine years after his passing, an old sex tape was discovered featuring Carson and one of his wives. The tape was thought to have been recorded in the 1970s, with Johnny still having dark hair. The owners of the tape tried to get money from Carsons estate for its return, but they refused, instead of threatening to sue if it was released. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/17f327133a4ccacd7273310146a3f73fcb34f6235e2718c5fe40bbcc2c9cf8e7.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Here's All of Johnny! The raunchy tape shows Johnny and a woman completely naked by a swimming pool for about five minutesrevealing that the talk show host was blessed with more than just a big sense of humor. Then, they go to the bedroom and do some stuff that is too spicy for TV for about 20 minutes. It's unclear which of Johnny Carson's four wives is in the video. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e8f669d865453b65b4b97d64e664a1390c67105eeb8f6ae7c820b6027d2143be.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Fat Shaming These days we have more consideration for people with all kinds of body shapes, but back in the 1960s and 70s, there wasnt so much care taken about offending larger people. And Johnny certainly never let a fear of upsetting people stop him from telling the jokes he wanted to tell. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/086214b2c9a0269f8a67dd58cbde6f64b3c326e417110b35243c5e7daceb1ce8.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Lost Opportunities Outside of his television success, Johnny looked for ways to diversify his fortune. He even considered getting involved in property, and in 1980 was close to purchasing the Aladdin Hotel Casino in Las Vegas, which would have been a significant investment. Ultimately, he decided not to go ahead, and the hotel was later purchased by Wayne Newton. Although the two had never competed directly, the media portrayed Carson as being the loser in this situation, which didnt sit well with the TV host. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/abcb7194a7564a942458190ee58d05ccc2b947e91b68b20f37a04801a1ce4b54.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets A Jealous Streak Other celebrities were in Carsons bad books too, even without a particular incident that sparked off the dislike. He had it in for the host of The Tomorrow Show Tom Snyder, a man he considered to be boring and lacking talent. It wasnt an opinion that many others shared, however, as Snyder went on to host Tomorrow with Tom Snyder and later The Late Late Show with Tom Snyder. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a73a862fd27e663c15b631dbc6a134edb9c030298a3367f097bd162c559dbd0d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Was Love Behind It? Publicly, their feud was all about Rivers getting her own show, but there were rumors that the rift might have been for more emotional reasons. Many people believe that as co-hosts Carson and Rivers become more than professionally acquainted. Rivers later released a book that claimed the two had actually engaged in an affair, despite the fact she was married to Edgar Rosenberg. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0a32d082c7a99d2871015c7095ae32b58a076fdf10bf712a4ce7357d302d934f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Johnny, Joan, And John The Tonight Show wasnt just a wild success for Carsons career, it also helped launch several famous television stars. After appearing as guest hosts of the show, both Joan Rivers and John Davidson went on to host talk shows of their own. Rather than be happy for them, Johnny was reportedly angered by the development, considering it very disloyal. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d9478376e1f862606646c15a10681609f9a547f9df61c6d5088eb7d08ccf6b1d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Joan Tells All The rumors about Joan and Johnny werent helped by the fact that she publicly commented on his manhood. In an interview in 2014, she revealed to reporters, I saw it in real life. How do you think I got on the show in the first place?! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a5b981091731ea4f490f44d45583209fa3eb6f3a3b2f4d3215d1bb018aff74f3.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets A Prank Gone Wrong During his show, Johnny was constantly making jokes, but one joke, in particular, went on to have serious repercussions, and this time not due to being offensive. In December 1973 he thought it would be funny to report that there was a national shortage of toilet paper. Some viewers didnt see the humor in this and took it seriously, running out to stock up on toilet roll. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d79a8bc64134acb291d67e79d45b6485a82c896ed178074c8c7d87fef99223d6.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Unexpected Consequences One thing no one could have foreseen from this prank-gone-wrong was one portable toilet company trying to get on the bandwagon. Taking advantage of Carsons popularity, they named one of their toilets Heres Johnny, which was the famous phrase that Carson walked on stage to for his show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d72914c5b02488108da3cab95ed7368dc1a92b72750d1362b279c8d996abb74b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Ongoing Feud Years later, the rift remained, prompting Newton to speak out publicly about it. During an appearance on Larry King Live, he commented Johnny Carson is a mean-spirited human being. He was deeply hurt by people for some reason, and at one point, he decided to take all his pain and anger out on me, and I was not going to let him lash out on me anymore. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/065d991e4f21a64a8f029e9f3e1e92642b92127113382d150a05f2aa05659323.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets A Favor for Sinatra In 1981, none other than the legendary Frank Sinatra called upon Carson for a personal favor, he wanted him to host President Reagans Inaugural Gala. Carson knew that what he meant was Sinatra would be personally insulted if he refused, so he had no choice to take on the gig, despite his reluctance to do so. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/41febe241eb10534e5d1b1db973bd667ff48f9b7c111019f6154a29e5cbb2e11.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets No Hopes for the Future Johnny Carsons television legacy is undeniable, known as the King of Late Night Television during his time on air, and for many years after. But when the legend ultimately passed away in 2005, he left thinking the future of television was doomed. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/063602e198c7127ae8529f5f1dffc3299c18fda034b7ac8ea7ebc27b1d540fe1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Little Patience for Impersonations Theres another name to add to the growing list of people that Carson had a problem with: that of comedian Rich Little. The Canadian-American had performed impressions of the late-night host that werent at all well-received. In fact, as revealed in Littles memoir, these impressions were enough to get him banned from appearing on The Tonight Show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7616843535bebe8263e6ae3339d212ab5c84534557f55879901b6fe2d0874402.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Past Guests During the 30-year run of The Tonight Show, Johnny interviewed hundreds, if not thousands of guests. Its only natural that out of this huge number, some would be his favorites, and others not so much. What his audience might not have realized though, is that some of his guests rubbed him up the wrong way. The worst of these was the well-known comedian Bob Hope. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8847e0158f5ff0eaf76b2acca7933e3302696bf1a33b358fbc3d60bee000d28a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets For The Love Of Texas Johnny Carson liked to be in Texas. He was practically searching for reasons just to be there. Well, in the latest memoir by Carson's legal adviser Henry Bushkin, we understand why. He had an affair with, who Bushkin refers to as Miss Texas. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8b29e073e426a7e13fc1df4f3f7ac6e1ec3d1baab33c89d9bb05148990524833.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Lady Blonde Many fans of The Tonight Show will remember a dizzy blonde character best known as the Matinee Lady. She was portrayed by model and actress Carol Wayne, who developed the dumb blonde persona to a tee, even going on to take her character on guest appearances on The Red Skeleton Show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/595b0ba7d311480776f9e244a9dd09ba4f310b530c2142cbbf6f59c3bcd606c6.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Carols Downfall While the show continued unharmed by the change, Carol found herself suddenly without a regular paycheck and struggled to make ends meet. To cope with her stress, the actress turned to drinks and drugs and went on to make questionable decisions in her love life. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2cfb023704fb3d5d8bda01667d50aa4f717e9f373ca81811d27ee47d0de3affb.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Her Mysterious Demise Its reported that during their Mexican vacation, Carol and Ed had a serious row which left the actress in distress. Just three days later, her body was found floating in the water by a group of local fishermen. The cause of the womans death was never discovered. She had no drugs or alcohol in her system, and the water was too shallow for her to have drowned unless under the influence. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/12df973db8a55dbf4a2219014fff25531e515ec05b30ddf13f37fbe6755e847e.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets It Wasnt Just Carol One reason the rumors about Durston continued, was that he had been linked to another death in the past. He was present when Diane Linkletter, daughter of television star Art Linkletter, fell off a building in 1969. Art believed that his daughter was suffering from LSD flashbacks at the time of her death. After her passing he because a strong anti-drugs campaigner, even giving up his own career to do it. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c8fa8567213f07ff2729b9b89e2d3b3ec0f68d28590c6765826a42ee0bffe8c9.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jack of His Jokes Older viewers may remember that Johnny Carson wasnt the first host of The Tonight Show. From 1957 until 1962 the role was held by Jack Paar. Although Carson may have got himself into trouble sometimes, Paar was much more controversial as a host. Some of his scandals included an interview with Cuban leader Fidel Castro, and kicking Mickey Rooney off in the middle of the show, due to his guest being drunk. But his most famous controversy was around a joke that never even made it to air. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/947248ab157d420b645e6b62d9f358bd18e4cd0203d3dde30729b6256149a15b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Post-Paar Era Paars walk-out was entirely unexpected and caused havoc for the show, but he was finally convinced to return after a month. On his return, he tried to behave as if nothing happened, and went on to host the show for another two years. However, it was obvious the incident had affected him greatly. When he left for good, he claimed it was because he couldnt keep up with the challenge of putting on a daily 105-minute show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8bf165d91ccde10efdc3cb0f7111de79235b0c0b48fdac66ffd655bd86429a84.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Support For Bert Though Carson may have had his problems with many other television personalities, he was openly supportive of others, one being Bert Parks. Parks was a television announces and singer who was best known during the 1960s and 70s for hosting the Miss America beauty pageant. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1752ec7f3a13443ac4b572135733fc534ba81e9caa62c31181c8b362c68554ff.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets A Presidential Scandal It wasnt just Carsons own personal scandals that he had a hand in. Sometimes he managed to create issues for other people as well. One such high profile controversy involved Gary Hart, who was running for president against Michael Dukakis during the late 1980s. However, he ended up dropping out of the race when it was discovered he had an affair. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/afdf0abc023909bf8828bd737b7ff85da971e6f3b6765cd832ad879102361e91.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Jokes Continue Who could blame these comedians, when its their job after all to make jokes about current events? And sometimes the material is too good to pass up. In this instance, the boat that the two were spotted on was called Monkey Business talk about irony. At the time, television critic Greg Dawson commented, isnt it reassuring to know that the identity of the next president of the United States could be decided in large part by Johnny Carsons joke writers? It this a great democracy or what? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4927e0cae7d71fb6ec311deb990fb98c62d75eee6165bcdeb3964acccb61b47f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Killing the Mood Although The Tonight Show involved plenty of comedy acts and sketches, it did feature musical guests too. Singer-songwriter Morrissey appeared on the show during his rise to fame in the 1990s. He was a big hit with the young audience, but not so much with Carson and the other guests. Why? Well because these other stars didnt receive any attention that night. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d8653a648e897ea76fa1b238e602196824be5960f5b04703c6d4ca161ccd18c7.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ugly Allegations You might think youve heard all of Carsons scandals, but unfortunately, there is worse to come. During his long career, there were a number of rumors surrounding his behavior towards women, and whether this was sexual harassment. They are still only rumors as no lawsuits were ever filed. But this may simply be because Carson was known to have plenty of good lawyers at his disposal. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ff0e4cac6bcea9a5b62879033abaaf2b41461bd7ccaaeab9ba0f3cac475da682.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Sallys Experience Actress Sally Field was involved with Carson briefly, and would later go on to reveal the odd nature of their relationship. During an interview with Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live, Field curiously compared her and Johnny to the octopus and the reluctant little guppy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae49599284a961133d66e4f37cb5b080af0eedb61e2ac3569a271abe0b21a789.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Her Mad Excuse Saying no had allegedly been a recurring issue at the time for Field. So much so that she developed her own strange excuses to help her get out of unwanted situations. During this same interview on Watch What Happens Live she revealed, I would tell people I had lost my mind, a technique she tried with Carson. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6ab6270fbea1ff3836c29f2f5e56b2cefac32a26828584e5d1cccab03f629baf.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Second Choice Carson is so strongly linked with The Tonight Show, that its hard to imagine he wasnt the first choice to host the popular program. When it came time to replace the previous host, Jack Paar, producers reached out to Bob Crane, who was already well-known on television and radio. It was the right decision for Crane, who went on to pick up his now-famous part in Hogans Heroes. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4d829da187bbfea968b6d4dba87190501281b7b737f00dc9d8554813deab9897.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Back to the Future If youve seen the movie Back to the Future, youll be familiar with the films famous car, the DeLorean. The vehicle was named after its creator, engineer and auto executive John DeLorean, whose invention made an impression on Johnny Carson. He was so impressed that when DeLorean started his own company, Johnny invested immediately. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/30bf22d74d1ef9880378638cb72eb932ffb8260d1c0fb58551bcf6ebdcc98f0a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Keeping a Distance Part of Carsons job as a host was to interview his guests every night, but that was apparently the extent of his interaction with them. Unlike other hosts of the time, such as Dick Cavett, Mick Douglass, and Merv Griffin, he skipped the small talk with his guests, keeping his distance both before and after the show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c347a87b2e173070d92647fd1cdeb566f0cdfeedf216d68f276e3654572cd271.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets An Element of Mystery The show had a number of memorable characters over the years, one of which was Carnac, who was introduced to The Tonight Show lineup in 1964. Described only as a mystic from the East, his act was to summon answers to mysterious questions. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/09f19487ef1238af4f1e1efbd57ead2d723da176b93d643af8ebec6ac4b5f334.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets King of the Network Johnnys time as the host of The Tonight Show was the programs most successful. During the 1970s in fact, it was the most profitable program on TV, bringing in between $50 and $60 million a year for network NBC. Translate that to todays money and youre looking at around $180 to $220 million! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6e55fc377fbde51f6b1a45ea470fd08fa02bfbfb3926f8714a45923dbfb9481d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets SNL Began By Accident With Carsons demand for shorter working hours being granted, producers were then tasked with finding something to fill those missing 30 minutes. They struck upon the idea of a live variety show, launching with Saturday Night Live. What was born from necessity became an instant success, not to mention a win for comedy lovers, and the show is still going many decades later. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cfa090540f2d5312d26b17b10193f3b61f1f86fb7dca3921574c26101054c955.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Lost Episodes If youre interested in seeing how The Tonight Show started out, youre out of luck. In the early years of television, tapes were expensive, later episodes were filmed over earlier ones to save money. Only 33 tapes from the time between 1962 until 1972 have been saved, the rest all taped over long ago. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bd3cd22b28be2be22028e75d931f04674e90e0e93bc612a8f18a36de946b5086.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Missing Pilot (Episode) You might think that some of the milestone episodes would have been saved for posterity, but there was no special preference given, even to the very first episode. Thats right, theres no way of viewing the pilot episode from 1 October 1962. The best you can get is an audio recording, which features the famous Groucho Marx introducing the host, as well as the opening monologue. There is also a photo of the two of them shaking hands. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2147abc06881157519edf34527ad30a3dee9c28659b80f96969eb7026c83feb1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Eds The Man Announcer Ed McMahon was almost as important to the show as Carson, but their first meeting was fairly forgettable. However, the pair started working on the ABC daytime game show Who Do You Trust, before moving onto The Tonight Show in 1962, where their working relationship continued to grow stronger. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ee94f3d5a4c2b0f24d921838c04ac86fdf3211b110170f58b8b8f6c0c9778f9d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Cult Status This iconic phrase was a nightly utterance on late-night TV, but it really reached cult status in 1980 with the release of the thriller film The Shining. Based on the novel by Stephen King, it features a now-famous scene of Jack Nicholson breaking down a door with an ax and shouting McMahons catchphrase. This wasnt the only time it turned up in pop culture. It was also featured in Trading Places in 1983 and on the 1986 album Polka Party! by Weird Al Yankovic. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1c0d9c1a69a5ebc99cddd5347f75bb4ec3f303322b639ccf9127b307ea830b84.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets His Undefined Role Many people refer to Ed McMahon as the shows announcer, but in truth, he never had a clearly defined role. He seemed to be something of an all-rounder, taking on anything that needed to be done. He could make his presence known, or just as easily slip into the shadows. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fe294e460644b8d846b68fa08cfe17d8ccb4f7dd91c56deaf241d1d24a45483f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets McMahon's Money Woes McMahons long years of hard work didnt prevent him from running into money issues later in life. In 2008 it was estimated he owed $644,000 on a $4.8 million mortgage for a house in Beverly Hills, leading him to face foreclosure. At the time Citibank also filed a claim against him for a further $180,000. It was no secret either, with McMahon and his wife both appearing on Larry King Live to discuss their money problems. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/41902df41b5ef98f9cc4e4d90427731d97801db85d888dcdd36cfe6bd25c6233.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Unwelcome Offers While McMahon was facing his creditors, an offer of help came from an unlikely source. Donald Trump, who at the time was best known for his real estate dealings, offered to buy the house, with the idea that McMahon could continue to live there if he paid rent. The talk show announcer turned down the offer, despite its generosity, and ended up securing a deal with a private broker. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/153babd5d6c9ea843217e7959077163593f225626c95fbd9e5a1b0b113c7a57d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets End of An Era The McMahons eventually made it past their money woes, but their relief was short-lived, with Ed passing away less than a decade later. Reaching the age of 86, he had suffered numerous health problems along the way and even broken his neck some years earlier. The cause of his death was never made public, but its likely old age simply took its course. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/18103140de4e19190f58945b798c34040fc1af7c218430627df31cf22ca0ec18.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Breaking New Ground Hosting a long-running television show takes dedication, after all, you need to be on screen every night. But that didnt mean Carson never took a break. When he wanted a holiday, the show simply had a guest host for up to a week. One such guest host made history when he took over in 1968. Harry Belafonte became not only the programs first African-American host but the first ever to host a talk show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39d27513213373c61993f76405319379887bfc6713c6105a9260f08e6f1bf55a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets His Jokes Lived On When Carson finally retired in 1992, he didnt turn his back on his former career. Instead, he still kept up to date with the other late-night talk shows, watching them regularly, and stayed in contact with David Letterman, who had been a friend of his. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5ceb01d17271268f09257d353b3ffe8b6bf7f142c0a58c84d91a48116f825222.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Fitting Tribute Though Carson passed away in 2005, the New York Daily paid tribute to the TV legend on what would have been his 90th birthday in 2015. For the special segment, they put together some of Johnnys best-known remarks, including those for other celebrities that had passed away. If only life was fair, Elvis would still be with us, and all the impersonators would be dead instead. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fe0ba91916c9529550392e287a5047c9e62711b39808f5fd17da852044a0c12c.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Going Out On Top While The Tonight Show continued to do well in the ratings, Carson made the tough decision to retire in 1992, saying he wanted to go out while he was still on top. And as he prepared for his retirement, he began to put together a guest list for his remaining shows. His second-to-last show included Bette Midler and Robin Williams. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e41958c498b14220173b565d84e1461512424b558e80f5a99f0f73cbcb46902d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Impromptu Performances This penultimate show also included some unexpected performances, ones which would be never repeated. Like Bette Midler, one of the guests for the night was being interviewed, she and Johnny broke into the duet Heres That Rainy Day. The singer also chose a fitting number for her solo performance that night, with One for My Baby (and One More for the Road). https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8476ebdd8abec8580110e994e38354ac75657d683a38d9c7177917a17c5afd78.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets His Last Hurrah Johnny sadly completed his last ever monologue on 22 May 1992, to an estimated viewing audience of 50 million. As he had done every night for close to thirty years, he took center stage and spoke directly to his audience and those watching at home, with the words, I have found something that I have always wanted to do, and I am fortunate to have enjoyed every last bit of it. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/281bef19cc83b1911e005b6a45c5c0afb2c6c0de21091f5908dadefe265e25e6.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Memories Remain With such a long time spent working in television, its little wonder that so many famous faces paid tribute to Carson after his death in 2005. Actor Steve Martin remembered fondly, every one of us who grew up watching Johnny Carson enjoyed 30 years of going to bed happily. He loved to make people laugh, he loved to laugh, and he loved entertainers and comedians. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d7d7c5af1efdf36edbc79848de247d57e698bffe0bb79a77124565ce2c4d0efd.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Not Your Friendly Neighbor You will have noticed by now that Carson had a habit of making jokes about the wrong thing, but nothing was more badly received that when he decided to make fun of Mr. Rogers. The much loved-character became the subject of an impersonation in which Carson played him as evil, asking children to steal money from their parents. Although it was intended as a joke, no one found the sketch funny. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c47e8027e7484f807bc7d80a716c5d649f271f0b538c6e5adededd59a7fae2bb.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The trouble with the Law Carsons bad relationship with alcohol continued to affect his behavior. Most people do irresponsible and regrettable things when were drunk, but this might only be the occasional night out. If youre an alcoholic and drinking all the time, youre constantly in danger of doing something stupid. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9c510a5d06f9c548a143a10abb131909390d301b8906c7cc9260d3e8bb843eb5.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Confession Time While his alcoholism was an open secret among friends, family, and people in the industry, Carson tried to keep his problems out of the public eye. He knew that any journalist would ask him difficult questions, so he simply avoided doing interviews. But eventually, Johnnys drinking began to impact the way he did his show and he knew he had a serious problem. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/81d20b44bb21b00f27057fcec2fba31a434dc5f85f3027ea92cdfc6e7486ec95.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Drinking Problems in the Family You cant keep many secrets in showbiz, so it was well known that Carson had something of a drinking problem. And unfortunately for those around him he was not a happy drunk, instead his bad behavior would only get worse. This was particularly evident one night in October 1987. The show was celebrating its 25th anniversary and the station NBC provided a decadent party about the Queen Mary. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a38fed4d8a8cc4a367de4370702042c49f72baed46e664f19b193ffcefe42c90.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets No Better As a Father With such a bad side to his personality, it might surprise you to learn that Carson had children. He had three children with this first wife, Jody Wolcott, though he never went on to have more form his subsequent marriages. His son Rick suffered from a mental illness, and sadly Johnny was not supportive. Instead, he saw it as a sense of shame, even refusing to visit his son when he was in an institution. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4638a3d8413a21a5b2c350cd07051e79e6aedf7071b62b13b72bd07a677eb890.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets The Honeymoon is Over Its easy to see a television personality night after night and feel that you have a true sense of what kind of person they are. For his viewers, Johnny Carson was simply captivating and funny, a man who could charm and entertain millions. While this might have been true in one sense, his off-screen persona was very different, with many describing him as cruel. Particularly his fourth wife Alexis Maas. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0a912adc19e7112f0b2974159514279fdac1b09ae652cbf478d283ed4b9fe432.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ever Wondered How Much Actors Really Earn For Their Reruns? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f692b843c8abe6855f4bf2d2c40369cb1c292e96abe80e2ce7ce524cf2c1d474.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Kelsey Grammer, Frasier Seasons: 11 Final Episode: May 13, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $13 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/614d9e970af4efa760ec82f2aef06095034b660981cf5681635bea9e5e6f236b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ray Romano, Everybody Loves Raymond Seasons: 9 Final Episode Airdate: May 16, 2005 Show Residuals: Up to $18 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3e4680d1dd183249f32898dd8ddfbab615ad41c147a3e79a36a1fac17c78c29a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Bob Saget, Full House Seasons: 8 Final Episode Airdate: May 23, 1995 Show Residuals: Up to $2,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/914feb468e5ee3a378ab08266e44d264ea0faef7f545d13bd6c5c5b2ac00b7e3.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets George Clooney, ER Seasons: 15 Final Episode: April 2, 2009 Show Residuals: Up to $13 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/927a5d6d44c5539e647f1a4f4cbc0309d551ba7e5e255826382926fa6ad921b2.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jerry Seinfeld, Seinfeld Seasons: 9 Final Episode: May 14, 1998 Show Residuals: Up to $110 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/967d1c3b04ae046908b9865b6977998dd577f6bde70db5c7721e888d12074db6.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Hank Azaria, The Simpsons Seasons: 32 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $10 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/20ac41da27c4cf037b821b5afe175d4db93c7466204356abf1ba9f31da51bd46.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jim Parsons, The Big Bang Theory Seasons: 12 Final Episode: May 16, 2019 Show Residuals: Up to $10 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9153e4ee424901b8326a898efe4dd38ad1120c428a7207b181a04933f98d4e65.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Alan Alda, MASH Seasons: 11 Final Episode: February 28, 1983 Show Residuals: Up to $1 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/492a2743936a37ea56a997a23f8df629293608dcb914f2b1e18ba0a400535752.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ed ONeill, Married With Children Seasons: 11 Final Episode: June 9, 1997 Show Residuals: Up to $10 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/56ab971706b3d751087f241695ad80eaf5116692ed044432ada22989195e3cd5.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Maureen McCormick, The Brady Bunch Seasons: 5 Final Episode: March 8, 1974 Show Residuals: $0 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/831bf26339045417c00d7580343a2bc832eea87ccbe349447e5d3062d69fbf80.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Betty White, The Golden Girls Seasons: 7 Final Episode: May 9, 1992 Show Residuals: Up to $3 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/535cc83a616c78fb5ad6dfec361677f6a52c05ff11b67f89af8f013cf8a10394.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets David Schwimmer, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode Airdate: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/159a48aa1803e37eb5f58c5f0fec84b884d1c10a29b3338b16cd6791343bc91b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Johnny Galecki, The Big Bang Theory Seasons: 12 Final Episode: May 16, 2019 Show Residuals: Up to $10 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ca502afdf58c530c40cfc953ea8da37bbe6d67929756f2257f98f88ce75b521d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Alex Borstein, Family Guy Seasons: 18 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $10 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6817afd170a7ab99f953b3ab60ed0541ba769469dda0301a7b805c840a1ecfd1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets David Caruso, CSI Miami Seasons: 10 Final Episode: April 8, 2012 Show Residuals: Up to $100,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fa27881f84a79e5ea0841d604c7d1ca613eb2b0a85910413c5c9065d1792c02b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jennifer Aniston, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1e26fd01924cc8c01175d8b1acf2254268929a0213185a5a98721dbf3903722f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Matthew Perry, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode Airdate: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/06574be2a1925d82a0caf479abc84829a7ab724894501c06baf1af07fb11fcd5.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Carol Burnett, The Carol Burnett Show Seasons: 11 Final Episode: March 29, 1978 Show Residuals: $0.01 per DVD sold https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7508d030b341508f4104b5ec726e3a51c884f2c99812e3c4bd1aee2bbee4507f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Tim Allen, Home Improvement Seasons: 8 Final Episode: May 25, 1999 Show Residuals: Up to $18 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c85f31c27a2a6edad54e3a631f38effe9dfdd5e362ff8d4950d0dd43d6ef4515.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Courteney Cox, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ef57d62feaf9a698100dcc1ade00b79f4087b56ef720acfbf8b4f1e9aba0df41.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ted Danson, Cheers Seasons: 11 Final Episode Airdate: May 20, 1993 Show Residuals: Up to $5 million a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0cb1d5fbfdf14bac41ce04e7c056756559c837801874ae7b0665ae3ad7bb39b9.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets David Hyde Pierce, Frasier Seasons: 11 Final Episode Airdate: September 16, 1993 Show Residuals: $40 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c902ecdcb38874b004db383c10f137731d0030fe1bc92d833c62a6d69ad51b5a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Patrick Stewart, Star Trek - The Next Generation Seasons: 7 Final Episode: May 23, 1994 Show Residuals: $0 as of 2017 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6384fda39794a2331d09e2df29814de7ec5d7a4755878a127cce64bcbe24e452.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets David Hasselhoff, Baywatch Seasons: 11 Final Episode: May 14, 2001 Show Residuals: Up to $4 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2ff2956ce3a5582c92f274195f6c39e538dc69e07f5257fb50f241390bad70c7.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Fred Savage, The Wonder Years Seasons: 6 Final Episode: May 12, 1993 Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/80bea2b27ce0539d2b8d6d5b0dd22ab478dffe176a7c91889682f559f76e8f8f.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Mark Harmon, NCIS Seasons: 18 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $60 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f6aa5083fb0eaa51cfe7be75a76c140f48c4061ccf38d462bfb786af97ba55cd.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Matt LeBlanc, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/01b5c860319aa0a7d472925c451513a6f064a0dd1b961c0e19420cae3657d836.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Tracey Ullman, The Tracey Ullman Show Seasons: 4 Final Episode: May 26, 1996 Show Residuals: Up to $5,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9642807d68dcb2b50eb5bc1bb5650917c2cd42d1b17a109fe2ce240de55c5c60.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Lucille Ball, I Love Lucy Seasons: 6 Final Episode: May 6, 1957 Show Residuals: Up to $17 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fed80a78c9f225f20c7838b787b9b6562fbeedd0f6cab34be3e2a654bca23753.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Sam Waterston, Law Order Seasons: 20 Final Episode: May 24, 2010 Show Residuals: Up to $5,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c9befe2dd96a3e7f2f82a3f16fceb170db5c3ea016aadcb8134f60243f65f604.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Nancy Cartwright, The Simpsons Seasons: 33 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/25807ac166f25d71b5297fe127aa58cf769034cd67b63ccb046b39816455057c.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Daniel J. Travanti, Hill Street Blues Seasons: 7 Final Episode: May 12, 1987 Show Residuals: Up to $10,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0641fb6ddbfc7a3c657e09313286b59ae92523ab41f48368f5978f414e05c85a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jon Cryer, Two and a Half Men Seasons: 12 Final Episode: February 19, 2015 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f1e4c6b8bcc653395caacdf2ca469a1987157ef325c1f9a7ebb39b535c095405.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ricky Gervais, The Office UK Seasons: 2 Final Episode Airdate: November 4, 2002 Show Residuals: Up to $1 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a75c6bb3033f192c3400ef4463b9bbd9291d47ade7542adbc7db7f7ee9e5cd59.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Marg Helgenberger, CSI Seasons: 15 Final Episode Airdate: February 15, 2018 Show Residuals: Up to $10,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/754391f52f0ad4e6dc1ec4a624061e67db3e9e5ef5356d1cbeccd5e0210c4fa5.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Kristen Bell, The Good Place Seasons: 4 Final Episode Airdate: September 26, 2019 Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/035a3d7b7883a75bac428627fc23aaccaf45f61170489be03e3c37f883e34ebc.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Dr. Phil, The Dr. Phil Show Seasons: 17 Final Episode Airdate: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $10 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/095c906cf79ed66c61febeef55110d64695cceff1e1055588f5ae8687df0dec1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Jackie Gleason, The Honeymooners Seasons: 1 Final Episode: September 22, 1956 Show Residuals: $0 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/38418dccb71931f6db047c9f528899cf2ee99fafc59686b262df3796e9e6024d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Tom Kenny, Spongebob Seasons: 12 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $11 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/628837914e670171fdf8ab75cff9b6a3538e6915c853eceb718396db8d8da526.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets John Goodman, Roseanne Seasons: 10 Final Episode: May 22, 2018 Show Residuals: Up to $1 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0dbeacadbb17a185098c2055854bc75d8cce2db120f77ff9932c7a76fc9d42cb.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Charlie Sheen, Two and a Half Men Seasons: 12 Final Episode Airdate: February 19, 2015 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3d67009aa391677d4a39df361e7709d1ece16b685f6a33ecbbb61a7c5138caa5.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Lisa Kudrow, Friends Seasons: 10 Final Episode: May 6, 2004 Show Residuals: Up to $20 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c12ff6ca77ba63e0489e4d692a1964eb025d33e1fd66fcde79c9d4ed58334e35.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Sarah Michelle Gellar, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Seasons: 7 Final Episode: May 20, 2003 Show Residuals: Up to $1 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/15a078079c9204a7cccdaaf5ad675586b7d662829dfd5949336b39ef25d2a3e4.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Seinfeld Seasons: 9 Final Episode: May 14, 1998 Show Residuals: $400 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d51e0a1fbe5390c00bb44ee11a6c36d472bb218f97e38676b8c32d952b4a1a76.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Edie Falco, The Sopranos Seasons: 6 Final Episode: June 10, 2007 Show Residuals: Up to $26 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/45b20c81b531ce41f9f608457362d569682fbef899bc254b9387d6b73ecb5b9d.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Drake, Degrassi Seasons: 14 Final Episode Airdate: August 2, 2015 Show Residuals: $8.25 per month https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/066d399f35861a1e18bf794923eaee92b711403364dce2bc8f98160bd1984a8b.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Chad Michael Murray, One Tree Hill Seasons: 9 Final Episode: April 4, 2012 Show Residuals: Up to $100,000 a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c7f6c8182f96ae59208c66d78b30b9469a607c58ee414b6d01d2da971cd5e83a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Lea Michele, Glee Seasons: 6 Final Episode: March 20, 2015 Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7c95e96e06b4411616a65f0903a79d0fbc43a0101ee044b1440bca95586d3ca3.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Shay Mitchell, Pretty Little Liars Seasons: 7 Final Episode: June 27, 2017 Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a8b00dc61b9be259bfa0b3b5c1617da978de96464b43ee2304bd9cc2b17f9d0e.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Tim Daly, Wings Seasons: 8 Final Episode: May 21, 1997 Show Residuals: Up to $1,000 a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0b5e1705b1894fc3c5caf126c3e434ca903cede533f249c30dc68a289b265ffd.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets French Stewart, 3rd Rock From the Sun Seasons: 6 Final Episode: May 22, 2001 Show Residuals: Up to $1,000 a year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fc54b54bc70c657d9f1675cbb336c38806404ddc8674a5ce6af2eff796aba1a7.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Paul Fusco, Alf Seasons: 4 Final Episode: March 24, 1990 Show Residuals: $300 per episode https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/92e8ac40110e4adf7f4801004db555cfb6a363fc48cbad39a7eb75c1968f17f8.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Michael J. Fox, Family Ties Seasons: 7 Final Episode: May 14, 1989 Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/decb7a11fa397d007d6b9aaf8543d67ad0995445967138ffd03fe0f4f6bb869c.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Henry Winkler, Happy Days Seasons: 11 Final Episode: September 24, 1984 Show Residuals: $65,000 in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/dbb1b4664d44fb7896341607e737660fbf27ff5ed085af6ea19321e4d79cc1ad.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Ben McKenzie, Gotham Seasons: 5 Final Episode: April 25, 2019 Show Residuals: Up to $10,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e95fb013537af540a010bb8377b371a32d8c85f21065b39bbf0eb6841f235763.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Trey Parker, South Park Seasons: 24 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $500 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1b5b8789021ba55b5747eea110b74360d848d692ea84b1c602add6170ac99c22.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Stephen Amell, Arrow Seasons: 8 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $100,000 in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/14bf67dd9bae282568a10438253c6b4551c28ba04896d8f7c9573a9ec9d09873.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Matt Stone, South Park Seasons: 24 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $500 million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3ead76ccdac1e20186b0502b903b8a188b231938d93bc4cc17aadd54c163b602.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Claire Foy, The Crown Seasons: 2 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: $0 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c93d13dad93568fd32794e451d58d915042cd87d3ba709ca03b0e98d813f228a.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Morena Baccarin, Gotham Seasons: 5 Final Episode: April 25, 2019 Show Residuals: Up to $10,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/606f72f129b40fdd220cec04149fe2e57f5073feadd9289ffc46f984876747a1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Seth MacFarlane, Family Guy Seasons: 18 Final Episode: N/A Show Residuals: Up to $400,000 per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57e6780065035afa037bb228bc2c64463c0084e7a81e289d6192133d8a3fec36.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Desi Arnaz, I Love Lucy Seasons: 6 Final Episode: May 6, 1957 Show Residuals: Up to $7.5 million per year https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2a4cb4fb2507f19abed26946eefa863ce3c31a9a0f390a36f4dbc806b65badc1.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Bob Denver, Gilligan's Island Seasons: 3 Final Episode: April 17, 1967 Show Residuals: Up to $90 million in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8c3f6a227022440ce4288788d242574c91383560408b26e4238559fe7b302414.jpeg Johnny Carson's Life Secrets Rose McIver, iZombie Seasons: 5 Final Episode: August 1, 2019 Show Residuals: Up to 5 of the salary in total https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/carson-life-secrets-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/03c708a948304b161438afb3265a2fe532cef170fb1eb3a24bd5723ea6d097b8.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/molly-ringwald-80s/ How Molly Ringwald Defined the '80s Molly Ringwald's name is synonymous with the 1980s, a decade she defined through her remarkable performances in a series of iconic films directed by John Hughes. Born on February 18, 1968, Ringwald became the quintessential teen star of the 1980s, embodying the angst, aspirations, and the complex emotional landscapes of adolescence with a relatability that has endured over the decades. Ringwald's breakthrough came with her role in Sixteen Candles (1984), where she portrayed Samantha Baker, a high school sophomore grappling with the chaos and disappointment of her sixteenth birthday. This role showcased Ringwald's ability to convey the depth of the teenage experience, making her an instant symbol of teen angst and vulnerability. However, it was her collaborations with Hughes that cemented her status as an 80s icon. In The Breakfast Club (1985), Ringwald played Claire Standish, a popular but misunderstood princess who spends a Saturday in detention with four other students from different high school cliques. Through this role, Ringwald explored themes of identity, peer pressure, and social stratification, contributing to a deeper understanding of teenage complexity. Pretty in Pink (1986) further solidified Ringwald's influence on the decade. As Andie Walsh, a creative and resilient teen from a low-income family, Ringwald portrayed a character who navigated the trials of high school romance and class disparity with grace and determination. Andie's DIY fashion sense, particularly her homemade prom dress, became a symbol of individuality and has influenced fashion trends ever since. Ringwald's impact on the 1980s extended beyond her film roles. She became a fashion icon, known for her unique style that mixed vintage and modern elements, embodying the eclectic aesthetic of the decade. Her influence was so significant that in 1986, Time magazine featured her on the cover, proclaiming her the quintessential teen of the '80s. Beyond her status as a cultural icon, Ringwald's portrayal of teenage girls was groundbreaking. She brought a sense of authenticity and depth to her characters, challenging stereotypes and offering a more nuanced portrayal of young women. Her roles often navigated issues of identity, class, and gender, making her characters relatable to a wide audience and providing a voice to the complexities of growing up. Ringwald's affect on the 1980s was profound. Through her collaboration with John Hughes, she became the face of a generation, capturing the essence of teenage life with humor, sensitivity, and an unapologetic honesty. Her performances not only defined a decade of cinema but also left a lasting impact on popular culture, influencing fashion, music, and the portrayal of teenagers in film. Even today, Molly Ringwald's legacy as an 80s icon endures, a testament to her talent and the universal appeal of her characters. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/molly-ringwald-80s/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a40ab864fe155b1e66f247fdf34c014b344445b8dc354858902d03d789fb4565.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/80s-makeup/ '80s Makeup Making a Comeback During that era, hair was larger than life, and lipstick had its own voice. The '80s are now experiencing a revival. With individuals becoming bolder and louder in their style and self-expression, thanks in part to the influence of shows like Euphoria, the '80s beauty trends are reclaiming the spotlight. To guide us through embracing these trends today, we've consulted three makeup artists to discover the resurfacing '80s makeup looks and the best products to achieve them. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-makeup/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f5393e35f37053a160107589e2fe676ae48741f2939b6d9938955f2f2c65d464.jpeg '80s Makeup Making a Comeback Remaining true to the bold and vibrant ethos of the '80s, it's no surprise that vivid blush took center stage. The distinctive draped blush of the decade has made a comeback, and contemporary products now allow us to customize the level of pigmentation. Makeup artist J. Brandon Correa recommends using a buildable, pigmented balm for a sheer, see-through shine on the cheeks, offering a natural flush of color without overpowering. To achieve this look, start below the pupil of your eye and sweep into the hairline. For a softer, more skin-like effect, opt for a cream blush. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-makeup/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6fe065080bf0cbf7f9cbce2ca821c315de14b6da94aeff09843a23dacbc432a9.jpeg '80s Makeup Making a Comeback Among the plethora of colorful makeup trends, blue eyeshadow stands out as an iconic emblem of the '80s. In that era, vibrant baby blue shades were boldly swiped across the lid, creating an almost pop art-esque aesthetic. While today's beauty trends embrace boldness, the modern approach to this trend is more toned-down. Makeup artist Correa suggests incorporating pops of color that add edge without overwhelming. This contemporary twist allows for a nod to the '80s while adapting to our current lifestyles. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/80s-makeup/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5eac851a1c213558ae2d0398970650da4ae0dda9a96e93801e740f619c0adcb6.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/ Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Just like all of the athletes that make up your favorite sports team, it takes a lot of different people to make sports fun to watch on TV. Sports media has played a huge part in how popular watching games on TV have become all over the world. Some journalists and analysts make millions of dollars covering games. Want to know how much your favorite sports analyst makes? Keep reading to find out. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae9dfffc3f8b14a31b6a9813bba8eec09038e25c16e02d5a8f07bb948853034b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Charissa Thompson: $1 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c7f349acdceee19b3896208898b00173c96de61df674a65ee2d81e51bffdc982.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lisa Salters: $235,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cb0036a016e901a96cb1bb055c4471d72da85907ab0e346936cd1698be669124.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mike Golic: $5 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ed5254851c8759ac7c56cfd3cb1d6cd8d01a36445552f2001c758c08d70d5f36.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Molly Qerim: $500,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f09a783942d2708df26a3de8db2b1b3d4009cd1e7453489cab3f05923085b51b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Al Michaels: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b713edf9a26c4d12dc59cec9a11b4e2c9c6f4f05f207ae67f48733f5578b8039.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Holly Rowe: $800,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f5f2cc73b1bc64469f2551a744dfb8e6714fc150c9c567abb75b1b2ffa0ecf36.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Joe Buck: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/912812032bf84da1d98a870c71ce82652e9f4aacae32553e38cee787ae2255a4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wendi Nix: $800,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a5032051526dadee682e86fb8fa828f61ea35f0b204179c63ef140efc44c2049.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Pam Oliver: $1 Million Pam Oliver has been a big part of sports journalism for over 30 years. Her career began as she worked for various local networks for almost 10 years. It wasn't until 1993 that she joined ESPN. Two years later, in 1995, Oliver joined Fox Sports as an NFL sideline reporter alongside Patt Summerall and John Madden, two of the network's top broadcasters. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ff8efb7a5a06fa9fb3cbb001c5b2c4f5d9516714fb360061a805334ec215bee5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Colin Cowherd: $6 Million Colin Cowherd is a huge name in sports journalism. In fact, he is one of the highest-earning journalists at Fox Sports 1. Cowherd became a part of ESPN in 2003 when he started hosting an ESPN radio show. Later, he became one of the first hosts of ldquoSportsNation.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/073854151788536cd5159023bbbe4806202b8d348575394b2c8304c6acdd7072.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Leeann Tweeden: $1 Million Leeann Tweeden has done it all. She has been a model, a sports commentator, and a radio broadcaster. She started modeling when she worked as a hostess at Hooters and won first place in the Venus International Model Search. And that's what opened the door to the sports journalism industry for Tweeden. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/43ff72a74dbca91cc0b7c205615861bf866cb6df799a42760e493d6a592d4130.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? David Aldridge: 1-5 Million David Aldridge is a trailblazing sports journalist known for his impactful career in basketball reporting. Before entering the world of sports journalism, he worked as a music journalist in Washington, D.C. However, his passion for writing led him to transition into sports reporting, where he made a significant impact. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c271120b98d97c3c3755267dd17aedf0d42a01f4f06e76e8d0997020ad6d24a2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tom Rinaldi: 2 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b47c2ddf446b3c5bc12029f9b1a24c1936ab014cb0c5261f817f54437c4f32f4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michael Wilbon: $6 Million Michael Wilbon is a very recognizable face in sports journalism is a longtime reporter for the Washington Post. He spent more than 30 years with the news outlet where he became one of the best sports deadline writers. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bd1bd469b564e6655f4b725292932d8eef5a41031c88bd32beab2faf315dcce0.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jemele Hill: $1 Million Jemele Hill may be best known for being a part of ldquoHis and Hersrdquo and ldquoNumbers Never Lierdquo on ESPN. She has spent roughly 12 years with ESPN writing columns and hosting television shows. Hill and her co-host Michael Smith are a popular pair on EPSN and have worked their way to the 6 p.m. edition of ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo ldquoSC6.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5a6fdb8ed67a697b3364c2d8ac9f5e34a38ed49a9fe3d47eaa10b6d23f3703c6.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tony Kornheiser: $6 Million Tony Kornheiser is another successful, recognizable face in sports media who was also a writer for the Washington Post for a long time. He became a co-host of ESPN's ldquoPardon the Interruptionrdquo in 2001 with Michael Wilbon. ldquoPardon the Interruptionrdquo turned Kornheiser into a household name. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/acbe20459aec5069603cb337525be3d0d5ddefdc88899e10e458923bc3ae363e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mike Greenberg: $6.5 Million Mike Greenberg is best known as the co-host of the famous ESPN Radio show ldquoMike Mikerdquo with his co-host Mike Golic. ldquoMike Mikerdquo turned Greenberg into one of ESPN's highest-paid sports reporters. He has also hosted the popular weekday even show ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo usually on Mondays. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a95b179309323d1eab9b2d7e8d0810a0d04bee02fc62202f9f071acce16865e2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lindsay Czarniak: $1.5 Million Lindsay Czarniak currently hosts NASCAR coverage for Fox Sports 1. She worked for ESPN for nearly 10 years before leaving to join Fox Sports 1. During her time at ESPN, she worked as an anchor for ldquoSportsCenter.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/450c3d04116d5c9cfc96fe737730a85552465a66960d3911c4592b1b7f6db8e8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Terry Bradshaw: $2 Million Terry Bradshaw is known for being a former professional football player. He was the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. After his time playing on the field, Bradshaw was a television sports analyst and co-host on Fox NFL Sunday. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cafbc9f1fd04e4886e1749bbc51e10b6abc1d528c192ff83cc69fb711308e497.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Bob Costas: $7 Million Bob Costas is an award-winning sports broadcaster that has been around for decades. He is one of the most well-known sports reporters around the world. He worked with NBC Sports for nearly 30 years from 1980 to 2018. During that time, he won a number of awards including an Emmy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/67e8465a36a3731cb486c238aa21ca8c8da396ce787420844012c396e754d674.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Andrews: $2 million Erin Andrews is both a television personality and sports journalist, as well as one of the most famous women in sports journalism. She worked as a freelance reporter until she was hired by ESPN in 2004. Andrews works as a sideline reporter for a variety of sports including basketball, baseball, and hockey. However, she is best known for covering NFL games. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae642e59c18377952bdc2b0e9054b0c6fd25dcef4738a295fca89b74b6739802.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Stephen A. Smith: $10 Million Stephen A. Smith is a well-known sports journalist. As a commentator on ldquoESPN First Take,rdquo he debates the hot topics in sports every day. ldquoFirst Takerdquo was a very popular show during its heyday and perhaps the most popular sports debate show on television. Smith had a comedic approach that made the show so popular. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1251a879370979d468e246b03b753faffb32a9082f338ce226b705382359d5f8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Linda Cohn: $3 Million Linda Cohn is a long-time anchor on ESPN. She started her career by becoming the first full-time female anchor on a national sports radio network in 1987after getting hired by ABC. Cohn has been working for ESPN since 1992. During her career, she has hosted over 5,000 episodes of ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo which is the highest count of all the show's anchors. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d0399cfbdedd52f50eeb43a8aebc1c3c0e54a4db5677c7098526e20e01a88875.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jim Rome: $30 Million Jim Rome is a very successful sports journalist and talk show host. He hosted his show ldquoJim Rome is Burning,rdquo which was also known by the name ldquoRome is Burning,rdquo on ESPN and TSN2. In 2011, Rome joined the CBS Network and left ESPN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c71e1e63cf6348e955715b4f64955de1e3d089f9d2ffceec34c584119dd3860.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Suzy Kolber: $3 Million Suzy Kolber is a very recognizable face on ESPN as she has been a sports journalist and on televised broadcasts for several decades. In fact, she was an original anchor on ESPN2 in 1992, the year it launched. Kolber spent three years with ESPN before going to work for Fox Sports for another 3 years until she decided to return to ESPN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/947180205229beab1c3fe40639b5be492acb3729120d0a93cf02b7d2313cd9e3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ahmad Rashad: Unknown Ahmad Rashad is an inductee in the College Football Hall of Fame and a former wide receiver in the Pro Bowl. After leaving the NFL, he began covering the NBA, MLB, and NFL as an anchor and reporter for ABC and NBC. Rashad hosted 16 seasons of ldquoNBA Inside Stuff.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e0fd7529d190dca2aaf88143bce8f0d89abb4a952e361ceaabc46838ff0f5d84.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Andrea Kremer: $4 Million Andrea Kremer is an Emmy award-winning sports reporter. She has become a very successful woman in sports media and made history several different times, including the recent event of her working with Hannah Storm to become the first all-woman commentator booth at a major men's team sport on ldquoThursday Night Football.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ba1e8476451cc41fc700aee63e1efdbe58cbd08d2d52fdb14e713c2439153a2a.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tracy McGrady: Unknown Tracy McGrady was a successful player in the NBA and was even inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame. Now, he is a very popular sports journalist. After he left the NBA, he started working for ESPN as a basketball analyst. You can see McGrady regularly appear on ldquoThe Jumprdquo with Rachel Nichols and contribute to ldquoSportsCenterrdquo on occasion. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f8535e3cf0e705450bf1d23096e546e0580c47b571b46c44f39af95c9c99a190.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Samantha Ponder: $4.9 Million Samantha Ponder is a very recognizable face on ESPN. She was a sideline reporter on ldquoCollege GameDayrdquo Saturdays, replacing Erin Andrews, as well as for ESPN's ldquoThursday Night College Footballrdquo for two years. Ponder was also on the Longhorn Network, ESPN'S Texas-oriented network, for a short time. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b454f07b1d015e2322570011ab3f8721460ef03cbfc99cdde0293f7504a66849.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michelle Beadle: $5 Million Michelle Beadle is a well-known name on ESPN. She started her career by hosting a variety of shows on several different networks such as the YES Network and College Sports Television. Her big break came when she joined ESPN in 2009 and later began hosting ldquoSportsNationrdquo on ESPN2. From there, she later hosted ldquoGet Up!rdquo with Jalen Rose and Mike Greenberg. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b9b7b917e45b0eb35d4fa56aada752e6126b666fe498e96eba858ce1f1cb7903.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Skip Bayless: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8035d8a2ac574d59b6c8654f474b54bdbc75688c79de33749a6cce6251c10a50.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kevin Garnett: Unknown Kevin Garnett is a former NBA player who participated in the NBA All-Star game 15 separate times and will be eligible for the NBA Hall of Fame in 2021. Also going by the nickname ldquoKG,rdquo Garnett started working as a sports journalist after retiring from the NBA. He became a part of the ldquoInside the NBArdquo team on TNT in 2016. A month later, he started hosting his very own segment, ldquoArea 21.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ce30074346d10fd1e42b220f2bf0cdff10f2e2120c57bfc17cf5bc91a9c71df9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? ldquoInside the NBArdquo Crew: Unknown The crew of ldquoInside the NBArdquo includes Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O'Neal. ldquoInside the NBArdquo is one of the most well-known sports talk shows as it has won nine Emmys and made history as the third show to be inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/45e1926b9041e4ee44097495ff8c3519cb102c0abe284cab286cc57a4b1df72b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? The Salaries of the World's Most Famous TV Anchors The art of peddling news is still very much alive and TV reporters are the cream of the crop. Always smart, always sharp. It's glamorous, hobnobbing with the elite, attending all the great events. Surely it's a dream job? But real reporting is hard work. For every film star interviewed, there's an undercover investigation going on. For every royal wedding covered, there's a scared reporter wearing camouflage in a live feed from a war zone. Their hours are long and often unsociable. They do endless hours of research for every minute of a triumphant scoop. And it shows in their paychecks - Take a look. Tomi Lahren - $200k Tomi started out on TheBlaze as a political commentator. She had her own show, Tomi. Her views were conservative, and she would often voice harsh comments on liberal politics. We knew her for the three-minute segment at the end of the show, Final Thoughts. There, she would give a round-up of her opinions on several current matters. Many of these videos went viral on social media, and she shot to fame, earning attention from all quarters. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b539527b07288aca33c3d83a9ac7da59687ee8c5ce4bf6a501f28d7660cb2f5f.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Anderson Cooper - $11m Yes, you read that right. Anderson takes home eleven million bucks for his contributions to journalism. He is a primary anchor on CNN and one of the most eminent faces of US TV. He has had his own daytime TV talk show. Now the paycheck makes sense. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c667dffbf8bb916c8f67209e6f5493169c60e80ce814f59e1fe0fe50cc2531a.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Katy Tur - $500k Katy's resume is long and distinguished. She has worked for KTLA, News 12 Brooklyn, HD News/Cablevision, Fox 5 New York, The Weather Channel, and NBC. From weather girl to multi-award-winning journalist, Katy is a force to be reckoned with. She's chased storms. She's chased politicians. Her talents are far-ranging. In 2009, she earned her first award, the AP Best Spot News Award. A crane was collapsing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, and Katy was there to cover the story as only she can. In 2017, she was awarded a Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b98e11f0eec8acb3ccba9b10a483de235eed8fed602a0aad6c9cbb5768ca0b0b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Giada de Laurentiis - Minimum $3m After studying at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, Giada wanted to be a pastry chef. Alas, fate does not always bend to our whims. She worked as a chef in various restaurants before starting in food styling. Based in Los Angeles, she wasn't doing too bad. Her resume included places such as Wolfgang Puck's Spago and she was working for Food Wine magazine when her big break came. In 2002, the Food Network approached her with an idea for a show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f9adae6f6a58931bc0fc3732d85f3d8b98de329759a5272e389c139cfeac7680.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Burnett - $3m Erin didn't find journalism. Journalism found her. She was working in the financial industry, far from any spotlights, when she received an offer she couldn't refuse. Working at Goldman Sachs, she was a financial analyst when the call came. CNN asked her to join the network as a writer and booker for their economic news program, Moneyline. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a2cadc44ab1d5758ed88dd6a1eb4f95cb486e8b5c6d7f692b01e5822a466ebc9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ainsley Earhardt - $400k It started at a young age for Ainsley. She was still working towards her degree at USC when she landed her first job in journalism. The local CBS station in Columbia, South Carolina, hired her to work as a reporter. She was at that station, WLTX-News 19, from 2000 to 2004, anchoring the morning and noon news reports. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2492315055818ec0a7e073d64a234061ffb7e8ba605d7f60183d849737d99737.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wendy Williams - $15m Wendy Williams may be worth a fortune, but she has worked hard for it. Not content with mere journalism, she is a fierce businesswoman. Fashion and jewelry are her things, with lines in both, including wigs. And just to back that up, she's written seven books. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/34cf3afcad07c70811ac9551a23ce2a3b803bfa927ad5e50a14ed6d738d93458.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Rachel Maddow - $7m Rachel is a trailblazer in Primetime news, as the first openly lesbian anchor in the US. And now we've got that (frankly irrelevant to her ability to report the news) fact out of the way, let's look at why she's earned every penny of her seven million. First, she trained for it. Rachel has not one, but two university degrees, one from Stanford and the other from Oxford. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/239372fa028947cf51f92d14a5bc9f2aa91437acd22023e3374ad258884ab162.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Brian Williams -$10m Look up lsquoanchor' in the dictionary and you'll find Brian's name. In his distinguished career, he has been the face of many a news program. And he doesn't just report the news. He has been the managing editor, no less, as well as the anchor of his own show. Not even accusations of misrepresentation of events (for coverage of the Iraq War) can keep Brian from our TV screens. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8b5d46eb58cef466d81e6c4ada4952d369d372dc029733eefb68d3d367153c95.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Robin Meade - $750k The multi-talented Robin Meade is not afraid to try new things. She wanted to be in the public eye and laid the foundations for her achievements in college. Her majors were in radio/television production, programming, and performance at Malone and Ashland Universities. She first concentrated on performance. Robin became Miss Ohio and went on to finish as a semi-finalist in the Miss America pageant. This gave her the break needed to get into broadcasting, working with a number of stations before settling at HLN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/506e412e81335b0db7f02a5467d0d1efe3b5fdd3eee898dc41111ba693f84e57.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jimmy Fallon - $16m Everyone knows Jimmy! He's been gracing our screens, both small and big, for years. Although he started college studying computer science, it had been his dream since childhood to star on Saturday Night Live. He switched majors to communications, but his ambition pushed him on before he graduated and he left early to become a comedian. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cc599500c27636aa1b758382c0b6a1b7398942d52efe8a4081cd61ba4c83fed2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kate Bolduan - $200k If you've got what it takes, it's a simple path to the top, and Kate has walked it with ease. First, a bachelor's degree in Journalism from George Washington University. Then, general assignment reporter for WTVD-TV in North Carolina. Follow that up with production assistant for NBC News and MSNBC. Throw in roles at Dateline NBC, NBC Nightly News, and House Garden Magazine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7412e93938a80a76c42efd66180b1a7b30c2ab10f3320f4531325aec9f3257c9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lindsay Czarniak - $1m Lindsay is a sporting specialist. Her first sporting job was as co-host of the George Michael Sports Machine with WRC-TV. But, that wasn't her first reporting experience. She interned with WUSA in Washington, DC before becoming a production assistant for CNN. From behind the scenes to on-screen, her first reporting gig was with WAWS in Florida. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d1e53566ced0f777644033f56d2219ef6841db3a61fa0a7dc2fb136862caf135.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Andrea Mitchell - $750k Andrea has been in the business for over 40 years, which is impressive. Add to that the fact that she has been with the same network, NBC, for most of those years. That's some staying power. Andrea started as she meant to go on. She became the news director of WXPN, the student radio station at the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied. Transitioning into the working world with ease, she joined KYW radio after graduation. She soon became their City Hall correspondent. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6645b3d5d4b6e90a2efadd2b40329f9879c5000b4aed8d9408a5c1c73c8b4950.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Molly Qerim - $100k If you want a girl to watch the game with, you can't do better than Molly Qerim. Nowadays she is the face of First Take, ESPN's sports talk show. She took over as permanent host after proving her aptitude for acting as interim host in July 2015. Molly has been with ESPN since 2008 and has won an Emmy for her contributions to the network. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f80d6213cfb47462307da00058f46f7b945d59d7882dc7c596109690c99d436c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chris Cuomo - $2.5m Chris knows his stuff. All his life he's been around politics, with a father and brother as governors of New York. Yale-educated, he gained a Juris Doctor from Fordham and, to this day, remains a licensed attorney. As an investigative journalist, Chris has uncovered many a problem lurking under the surface of America's society. His work has led to product recall and even policy change resulting in an industry cleanup. He's appeared on all the big networks. CNBC. MSNBC. CNN. Fox News. ABC. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cf947b4effeb4d2d54e345ddc51b5d30e30461bf97ba5ea82b9a20ddb7a5ac23.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Don Lemon ndash $10 Million CNN's renowned journalist Don Lemon is one journalist that is not afraid of touching delicate subjects and issues. Many say that he deserves every penny he gets. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/547afc0e7e3ee6eb532d3a30d85450dca53f13301da3041336c25fa2bd9557b8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Shepard Smith - $10m He's been in the business for over 30 years, starting out in TV reporting in Florida. He moved to Los Angeles as a correspondent for A Current Affair, but then he started his own affair with Fox. This was to last 23 years, during which he covered some of the most prestigious stories of the world. He announced his retirement in October 2019. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/50d9cd4a4182625402cfaf9b916aa2e903fec5187533877a4ecdc06c3192c836.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Hoda Kotb - $2m Hoda grew up in Virginia, where she attended university to earn her degree in Broadcast Journalism. But it was back to her Egyptian roots that she went for her first paying job. In 1986, she was a news assistant in Cairo, Egypt, of CBS News. Since then, she has authored four books, judged on a reality show, survived cancer, and won a Daytime Emmy Award. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0a8f4e43d9be39bcf3153d2703bf7d441a1ccddda2aa2d08790403d6f3f41d3b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Nancy Grace - $3m Nancy intended to be an English professor when she left school but changed direction with the murder of her fianceacute. She moved into prosecution, working for close to a decade in Atlanta, Georgia. She has always been controversial and has faced reprimands for prosecutorial misconduct. It's this fire that first attracted the TV execs to her. Court TV approached her with an offer she couldn't refuse. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8f7a2004b2a48a783e739c1f71243bccbea0e4ee89aa0ec866812ac56285cfc4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Andrews - $1m Erin is a fascinating mix of tomboy and girl power. Her father was a reporter for WFLA-TV, and winner of six Emmys. They would watch the game together, and she would spend her breaks at school talking sports with the boys. It's no wonder that she grew up to be a sports presenter. On the flip side of the coin, Erin has danced for much of her childhood. She was on the Florida Gators Dazzlers dance team at college. After finishing third one year in Dancing With the Stars, she now hosts the show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e2b425c29f582e18529e576f40edba246d5852b5dc838ab5b9f6739185ef6112.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Billy Bush - $3m It could be said that Billy Bush had a bit of a head start in the race for stardom. The nephew of one US President and the first cousin of another, he has been raised in the spotlight. However, he earned the roles he landed on TV. Upon naming him one of their 10 Men in 2005, Esquire described him as ldquoa furious, inventive interviewer, unafraid of playing the fool in exchange for a true reaction.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eb311a2c44debc921c116daffea1c22796047b58b8353a9df8f3a474029e8a6e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Savannah Guthrie - $1m We know Savannah for her well-regarded interviews with high-profile figures. She's been on TV since graduating for the first time in 1993 with a degree in journalism. Local TV in Arizona gave way to the national news when she joined WRC-TV, covering major stories such as the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon. Then, not content with one degree, Savannah went back to school. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c871dbeb313ab40036c2034b88510ebec3c3f9ac373ef7baf46854d19933377.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Martha MacCallum - $8m Award-winning journalist Martha studied political science at St. Lawrence University. But, before she started down that career path she took time out to study at the Circle In The Square Theater School. She founded the Miranda Theater Company in New York, then moved on to work as an associate in corporate relations. It wasn't until 1991 that she found journalism. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9a81a4a555b1930211f0942d3a88086bff3d5f06d7080c89c7fbbcdda33b6491.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jon Stewart - $25m Where's the money made? In comedy, that's where. Jon is our highest earner so far. There's no way we can get much more than a movie trailer's worth of information on Jon's impressive career into this list. Here are some highlights. After graduating with a psychology major, Jon did some job-hopping. He tried out everything from puppeteer to contingency planner. He suffered from stage fright, so it took him quite a while to make the first step of his career: Joining the comedy club circuit. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fc4d19dc9c15c54467f941405e70dc50b0e9d3adff89444f904ebea871a859fa.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sage Steele - $400k If you can score points playing it, Sage knows all about it. Today she's the co-host of ESPN's SportsCenter. She travels across the nation, covering major sporting events for SportsCenter On The Road. Football, golf, baseball, Sage has them all covered. And it's hardly a surprise when we look at to whom she's related. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bb95e7e5289be9e255b7bdbd4f972b78ae79affedf4fb1a7722bc3461e80bf41.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? David Muir - $20m Simply put, America loves David. He's been one of the most visible journalists in the country. World News Tonight with David Muir has become the most-watched newscast in the country. TV Week has called him one of the 12 to watch in TV news. And let's not forget that People Magazine has named him one of the Sexiest Men Alive. Throw in a few Emmys and an Edward R. Murrow award or two, and what's not to like? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ca714e9b66db2ed4b748befa3f483c641288356803e526f86837d83e6a7984bd.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sam Champion - $2m We don't care if the weather is bad, as long as Sam is the one telling us about it. He has a BA in broadcast news from Eastern Kentucky University, and he's put the skills he learned to good use. Apart from his TV career, Sam has spent years bringing charitable causes to our attention. He has been Grand Marshall, Chairman, and Master of Ceremonies for various money-raising events. He even shared his battle with cancer with us to raise awareness. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fda34dbec2f387fcc6c9b86d1d681bd369b38338d9a1a5c58ec2d541f81346dc.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ginger Zee - $125k What drove Ginger to meteorology? ldquoI saw a waterspout on Lake Michigan when I was eight... I was mesmerized. I really thought it was the coolest thing I had ever seen.rdquo Well, we are inclined to agree that waterspouts are pretty amazing. We don't blame Ginger for studying meteorology with the single-minded aim of being on The Today Show before she hit 30. With a vocation burning in her since age eight, we're not even surprised that she did just that. It can't have been easy, especially as she has been diagnosed with narcolepsy since age 21! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f0ad90317a6f8091df56018cfefbf0723e60ff76df22ecfe0dc51e0a938d088c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Cari Champion - $1m Cari has two passions in life: Tennis and fighting for the underdog. The first drew her to journalism. ldquoI wanted to give people a voice that didn't have a voice... That's why I love journalism.rdquo After graduating from UCLA in 1998, Cari's broadcasting career started out small. It took ten years of station-hopping for her to find her second passion and her new home. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5b74afbaf7824842c674ea39ced1ffacde9949dddee3ae90c34c8c9d8815e042.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Charissa Thompson - $500k Armed with a BA in Law and Society, Charissa set out to work in broadcasting straight from school. It was all that she had ever wanted to do. And it didn't take her long to land a national gig covering Major League Baseball. She joined Fox, reporting from the sidelines at the NFL. She's covered college football and basketball and hosted various sports shows. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3f0c5b80d725bd16b190ab31dbf968f45547c9b8ac2e070caeeccec1fa38a784.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tom Brokaw - $8m Tom Brokaw - a legend in his own lifetime. He's best known for his remarkable achievement of anchoring and editing NBC Nightly News for 22 years. He's the only person to have hosted all three major NBC News programs. He was one of the lsquoBig Three' news anchors in the US for three decades. Nowadays, at nearly 80 years old, he is a special correspondent for the network. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/10916d1eb12e0a66bec94c790f07223b13ceabe2ec7177375647c8f66986689d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Leslie Stahl - $1.8m Leslie is remarkable in this list for how many jobs she hasn't had. Unlike most of our intrepid reporters, Leslie found a home near the beginning of her career, and she lives there still. In 1972, she was one of the first women reporters hired by CBS. It may have been the burgeoning field of political correctness that bought her that job, but CBS has never regretted its decision. She immediately went to cover Watergate, giving the network the scoop on the story. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/59eb9f88c910b5b7df524a2f9a8d7d474cb75c0ac49bb146c25a89a0ef4a3b68.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Brooke Baldwin - $1.5m Brooke hails from Atlanta, Georgia. Her journey to national fame has included college in North Carolina, undergraduate study in Mexico City, reporting and anchoring in Virginia, and reporting in Washington, DC. Since joining CNN in 2008, Brooke has been nominated for an Emmy and a Peabody Award. Her documentary To Catch A Serial Killer won a Silver World Medal. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c0f0e87daa751167f5f460519577bf29f3f0b62c2f744e4e7705eadf64d13b48.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Megyn Kelly - $15m Legal eagle Megyn trained in law and practiced as a corporate defense attorney. It was still early in her career when her path took a slight turn and she got a job as a general assignment reporter. She conducted the live coverage of the confirmation hearing for US Supreme Court Justices. From there, Fox News gave her a segment, Kelly's Court, during Weekend Live. She also appeared on a weekly segment on the network's number one show, the O'Reilly Factor. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8ebbee9e648e004ab79d9513f1b944fee82202c9858c66ffdde4d568f0358274.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lester Holt - $4.5m Lester Holt secured his place in history when he became the first African-American solo anchor for a network nightly newscast. He achieved this when Brian Williams was demoted from the role on NBC Nightly News in 2015. Lester had already been anchoring the weekend edition of the program for eight years. He also anchors Dateline NBC. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1e0c24c85846fe1fff3bbcf556c4776bedcae20a437de0b922a0828f3eeb006d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jim Rome - $30m Jim Rome is our first radio star featured on this list. Generally, radio is where our stars have started out before transitioning into TV. But Jim is a radioman at heart. Despite various successful TV jobs, he has never abandoned his first love. Nowadays, he has been named as one of the most influential talk radio personalities by Talkers Magazine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6e4bdcb69c90c761ceb2af82db1a90cfda4e521217ab0fd5c625ff417bc5166b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ann Curry - $5m Born in Guam to an American father and a Japanese mother, Ann lived in Japan, then Oregon. She holds a bachelor of arts in journalism, and today she runs a multi-platform media start-up company. She is active in charitable works and has received three Emmys, a Gracie Award, and four Golden Mikes, among other awards. She sponsors a scholarship program at the University of Oregon, where she graduated. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/409b56b341e418f63a17be753c7a4206be927e75299ce1e5be2a1e1105eb1bb3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kelly Ripa - $16m Kelly wasn't always in journalism. In fact, she spent twelve years starring in a soap opera! She has studied ballet since age three. She plays the piano. She was a cheerleader in high school and starred in school and local theatre productions before attending college. It was her performance in The Ugly Duckling during her senior year that got her discovered. After a few local TV gigs, Kelly made it onto Dancin' On Air. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f223d6d92f74b5a3bdcc6fb7856ec0c29b8331fc9a0aa82c695b5df91bc05113.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Maria Bartiromo - $6m Maria started how she meant to go on. She studied journalism and economics at NYU whilst working as an intern at CNN. None of this working through a collection of local stations for Maria. Upon graduating, she went straight into CNN Business News as a producer and assignment editor. But she wanted to be in front of the cameras. After five years, she made her first report live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. She was the first journalist to do so. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bf58583905e0e51bafdcc2b1490c432497424134bc5e7158a8d481941e078c8e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michael Strahan - $17m It's a common occurrence for retiring athletes to join their former sport's commentary teams, but it takes talent to progress far into TV celebrity. Michael played with the New York Giants in the NFL for 15 years. In his final year before retirement, the Giants won the Super Bowl with him on the team. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/85a6c91e98ecb449e0fe61de371ded4e90800af5352baba9cc1757b8a9bf75a5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Samantha Steele Ponder - $5m Samantha's life has read like a modern-day woman's fairy tale. She went to college in New York City, where she joined ESPN, eventually getting an internship with them. She then moved on to be a researcher assistant for the college football studio show on ABC-TV. Jobs started finding her at that point, and she transferred universities to take an opportunity offered at Liberty Flames. She was a sideline reporter for the Virginian sports television network until 2009. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5b462449131208e927585c8352a2cbdea49222adc6f5b9ed29db30dbab7658db.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Martha Raddatz - $2.5m Martha was so eager to get to work that she couldn't wait to finish studying at the University of Utah. So she didn't bother, going straight into the working world before her graduation. She joined a local station before going to Boston to work at WCVB-TV as the chief correspondent. In 1993, she made a foray into radio, covering the Pentagon for National Public Radio for 5 years. In 1999, Martha was welcomed into the ABC network, with whom she is still working. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7ad5806f0a302da4079a85716c6f5425d845007fb5b880363b0ba98036b47237.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Joe Buck - $3m Multiple award winner Joe has sportscasting in his blood. Son of Jack Buck, an inductee of various Halls of Fame for his sportscasting work, Joe has followed in his father's footsteps. He is now the proud winner of numerous Sports Emmys and three National Sportscaster of the Year awards. He also holds some network TV records: He is the youngest man ever to announce a regular slate of NFL games, and in 2018, he called the most games of any play-by-play announcer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bb1621800da60bc5c78930d15fe5bb193d868ce7b0dc14c83c7d9762eec58fcd.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Amy Robach - $300k From Michigan to Missouri to Georgia, Amy had traveled the country before getting into journalism! But she hadn't quite seen enough, so she took her degree with high honors in broadcast journalism to Washington, DC. There, she took a job at WTTG before going national with MSNBC in 2003. Four years of anchoring plus substituting on Morning Joe and Countdown with Keith Olbermann led her to NBC proper. Amy became a co-anchor of Weekend Today before changing allegiance in 2012 to ABC News. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4a7d287b9a97691bb8ea12672786b9a762c8b9cdb4bc675079dd2e7e7ecb4af4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Dan Rather - $6m Dan was one of the Big Three news anchors of the nation. In his long years covering the news, he has been at the forefront of many historical events, including the civil rights movement and the Vietnam War. He received his big break with CBS when luck had him nearly on the grassy knoll with Oswald when he pulled the trigger. Although he didn't witness the actual event, his prompt arrival to report on-screen earned him the position of White House correspondent in 1964. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fe55d94bc875ea64c39f70683b1ffa3a319e6b5114cc66ac3a968081c84881a4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michelle Beadle - $600k Italian-born Michelle once didn't know what to do with her life. After studying law, her experiences working at the capitol in Austin put her off that career path. It took her three years of job-hopping, in Canada and the US, to settle on a new vocation. Her father helped her to get an internship for the San Antonio Spurs, where she had her first opportunity to do some reporting. Since then, she's kept her talent sharp working for such diverse networks as Fine Living Network, the Travel Channel, Animal Planet, and the Discovery Channel. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39fb3a4b1808da67962330b97c034790c10b610148ea2bccbf068dae4d25870c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wolf Blitzer - $5m German-born Wolf, whose surname translates to lightning, has got to be the most aptly named person to take up journalism. His parents were refugees from Auschwitz, and he speaks fluent Hebrew. He has a BA in history and an MA in International Studies. It's no surprise, with that history, that Wolf quickly landed a job in Tel Aviv working for Reuters. For 17 years, he wrote for a few different newspapers, in English and Hebrew, most notably the Jerusalem Post. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/382727f41546b6febfe88e0ed7de5fe4446e6136f56fad134ee5f69718936b03.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Paula Faris - $600k Paula's degree is in broadcasting, with an emphasis on television production, and she started her career behind the cameras. She held several communications-based roles, basing herself in Ohio. At one point, she branched out into radio sales whilst waiting for a TV opportunity to present itself. The wait was worth it, and Paula sneaked in some reporting and anchoring at WKEF/WRGT whilst working as a production assistant. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f53c32ab13e3e94a1c2a5b4e8a785f3b38be956f1232e6bb44a45a685cddc974.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mika Brzezinski - $2m Mika is not afraid to tell it like it is - but only if she believes it's important enough. Outspoken Mika is idealistic about what should be important in journalism. She doesn't like to report on entertainment trivia when hard news is afoot, once trying to burn such a story's script on air. If anyone can recognize an important political story, it's Mika. She's the daughter of a National Security Advisor, descendant of a Czech president, and sister to an Ambassador and a military expert. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d9dbdea3e9276ff7097fc8bce1166b2619be511a47863191abddfeb7ffcd4a89.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Elisabeth Hasselbeck - $1m Elisabeth is a survivor - literally! She first rose to fame as a contestant in the second season of Survivor The Australian Outback. With had no plans to become a journalist, Elisabeth studied large-scale paintings and industrial design at college. She went to work for Puma as a designer whilst still at college in Boston. Then she finished fourth in the Survivor show, which was enough to get her noticed by TV execs. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6312818faf99b9ecae383c3797f980a060f7c9ea6f4c7a878536b48fbe4dd826.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Nancy O'Dell - $3m She's an entertainment reporter, a former beauty pageant star, and an avid scrapbooker. With that resume, it might surprise you to know that Nancy has changed the law with her reporting early in her career. Working as a crime reporter at WCBD-TV in South Carolina, Nancy's reports earned her a Best Report of the Year Award. The subject was the leniency that the State Police habitually showed on DUI cases. The result? A State Law Enforcement Division investigation and more stringent directive put in place. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/50a011ec166378456b37a582953f5ea4c98fb3bc3fc30eb58892a12c97d96b88.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chris Matthews - $5m Chris is a true public servant, aiming his entire career at working towards bettering society. After his graduation, he served in the US Peace Corps in Swaziland. Then, he was an officer with the US Capitol Police. He's worked for four Members of Congress. He's even run for Congress himself and considered running for the Senate. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57a2cc35b34ff69f5e963cb0103e06aac2e802beec232392a1d4df8be96a7d4f.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Barbara Walter - $12m Barbara has not been seen publicly since 2016, but her legacy lives on. Barbara is now living her retirement in peace. This is the lady that first gave women a voice in journalism, opening doors across the years for the faces of today. She started working in the industry in 1951, but it wasn't until the early 60s that she first appeared on air. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7fc64e1c3f869e7334d546819656a12660761b8f390c8d71f44d191b69e138fb.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Scott Pelley - $5m Scott is a Texas man, born and bred. Raised in Lubbock, he then studied journalism there at college. He didn't wait until graduating to start work, joining the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal as a copy boy at age 15. Although he never graduated from Texas Tech, nearly 50 years later they named him an Outstanding Alumnus. Pelley's teams have, over the years, won a plethora of awards, including multiple Emmys and Peabodies. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c17688c20e360bd09c1551e6e18c7cc4213c4f9ab9ab74f26a477b276f4adbf6.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Christiane Amanpour - $2m Often-controversial Christiane has a rich cultural heritage. Born in England and raised until age 11 in Iran, her father was a Persian Muslim and her mother a British Catholic. Fluent in both English and Persian, Christiane attended boarding school in England before going to college in the US. She was married to a Jewish American and now lives in London. It's no wonder that she is Chief International Anchor for CNN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fa9c3b964a0f215af799ff66065a019c4914790d97b8345326c3cc4df64ca344.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Al Roker - $8m Al is America's favorite weatherman. Born in 1954, he's been predicting storms on-screen for 45 years. But it wasn't what he planned to do when he grew up. At school, he was a member of the Cartooning Illustration Club. He wanted to be a cartoonist. He fell into meteorology when still at university and never looked back. When Al does a job, he does it to the fullest. In 2014, he completed his first Rokerthon, a non-stop, record-breaking, 34-hour weather forecast to raise money for charity. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e02442b0fb3156bf58b1741fe5753706e539a84f16027363edd0d14a4cbb5c41.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Thomas Roberts - $1.5m Thomas minored in journalism and majored in communication in Maryland, where he grew up. That's where he had his first broadcasting job, reporting for a local cable station. But ambition is a powerful propellant, and soon enough Thomas had traveled across the nation in pursuit of the perfect story. Stops on his way to national news include California, Nebraska, Florida, Georgia, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and New York City. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/87bfc986570c9865ad587f381f860504007e666cddf1d667493d9c1614819da3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chuck Todd - $750k Always a political animal, Chuck started out working on initiative campaigns in Florida. Then came national campaigns based in Washington, DC, culminating with his work on the 1992 presidential campaign of Senator Tom Harkin. All before he left college! Two years before he would leave George Washington University, Chuck was working for National Journal's The Hotline. There, he was editor-in-chief and got his first taste of hosting on the web with Hotline TV. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/35c073401428023765096c40d154345b172ac2229652eff583da3212c6525ab7.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tamron Hall - $1m Tamron has had a keen interest in crime reporting ever since her sister's murder. She had been the victim of domestic abuse before her death, and Tamron has suffered guilt for not doing something earlier. She is now a spokesperson against domestic violence. It was this experience that led her to host Investigation Discovery's Deadline: Crime, and Guns on Campus: Tamron Hall Investigates. Not afraid of a challenge, Tamron has also appeared on Running Wild with Bear Grylls. Roast squirrel, anyone? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7496fa4bd5ef4e95d3d9d4d2bfffc9136808be68392db1cd132fc1de23a35a57.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Josh Elliott - $4m Fuelled by ambition, Josh has never been afraid to aim for the stars. It's a shame that he always seems to miss. At college, he planned to play water polo but ended up working at the university paper. He joined 20th Century Fox to work in comedy development, then physical production. He moved over to print, covering major events for Sports Illustrated. Josh then went to ESPN as a panelist for Around the Horn and Jim Rome Is Burning, a guest co-host for Cold Pizza, the host of Classic Now, and an anchor on SportsCenter. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5057c1aca10c71f406ee1d8c71c0189c199fc2d8e396b5018fc1c754c8bd00a2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Robin Roberts - $14m Robin is an inspiration to us all, battling illness and meeting controversy head-on. She's an award-winning journalist, an honorary Harlem Globetrotter, an LGBT icon, and a mentor for Disney's DreamBigPrincess campaign. With a sister already a TV anchor, Robin chose to study journalism at college, where she won a tennis scholarship. She was a basketball star with a 27.6 average. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4da1d2350c94ed67ee3ddb942b1d9561c4fb4f1a73a3a47d933f96c69f3f9592.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Katie Couric - $15m With a variety of posts across both TV and digital networks, Katie has done it all. America's Sweetheart has dabbled in movie and TV series cameos, written two children's books, and owns a media production company. She's lost a sister and a husband to cancer and works tirelessly to promote cancer awareness. Katie worked first for the ABC News Bureau, then for CNN. It didn't take her long to start collecting awards, including an Associated Press, an Emmy, and a Peabody. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7d6136d443e9c109a983196755507f89b01024810eb476d3655844dcd6cf270e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? George Stephanopoulus - $10m George's profile can be seen everywhere these days. He's the chief anchor and political correspondent on ABC News, co-anchor on Good Morning America, and hosts This Week. He regularly anchors on ABC World News Tonight, and he's on the 1 euro Greek postage stamp! His father wanted him to become a lawyer or a priest, and George has an MA in Theology from Oxford University. His real interest was politics, however, and after deciding against the priesthood, that's where he headed. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c473798f6be53d65c7a4ae5567e0924bca281ac59e1ba797fa212aaa664e97a9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Giovani Benitez - $750k Giovani is of Cuban descent. Born and raised in Miami, he is a fluent speaker of English and Spanish and holds a BA in Anthropology and Sociology from Florida International University. He was 22 when he graduated, but he hadn't waited that long to get into the industry. He started his first broadcasting job at 17, working as an assistant at CBS4, WFOR Television. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5efd5b4e36a0f42739263f677d39a3df974c07351179dad83be0b3c34265d738.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Terry Moran - $250k Terry's career in current events began before he graduated from college. He became the editor of Lawrence University's newspaper, the Lawrentian. Always up for a challenge, he went straight on to participate in the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship scheme. He spent a year in Ireland on a completely self-devised project focusing on economic development and foreign capital investment. Over the years, he has won several prestigious awards and been described by peers as ldquoa brilliant writer and gifted storyteller... he has the ability to see the story no one else sees...rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d54b77604d4d1f3f8164161c779d272d5f9ab5ab32da98c7a8dc9227dfa9c003.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sean Hannity - $29m If you want drama, Sean Hannity is your guy. Famously partisan, Sean has an opinion on everything. He started out in radio, where he still hosts his own talk show today. Nationally syndicated, The Sean Hannity Show has boasted over 13.5 million listeners per week. He also hosts a cable news show, Hannity, on Fox News. But it wasn't always big bucks for him, although he's always been full of big talk. He started out as a volunteer host on college radio. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0945011fd1a9fd5fff16e73b379db1cffa68489955ce3112bdba594652d8d64b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Natalie Morales - $1m Named as one of the 50 Most Influential Latinas, Natalie is great at everything she puts her mind to. Born in Taiwan, raised in Brazil, Spain, and the US, she speaks three languages. When she entered into broadcasting, she took on every job, all at once! Her career's first home was at News 12 - The Bronx, and she was a camera operator, producer, editor, and anchor. Graduating summa cum laude, she went into banking before answering journalism's call. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39051f2564493f11dc4e30c289d6a715407732e5f66c693bb21a3164d2f8dfb2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Heidi Watney - $150k If it's physical and requires a body-hugging outfit, Heidi has taken part in it. She was a first runner-up in the Miss California USA pageant. At school, she was a diver, a hurdler, a gymnast, and a cheerleader! With a record like that, you might forgive her a low grade or two in the classroom, but Heidi was also a National Merit Scholar. Going to college on an academic scholarship, she graduated with honors. So what does an intelligent, hardworking sports fan do when they grow up? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/457acc6185dfacacc842f2c97873fb995e8d9f1be748f7551785971e64405527.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Bill O'Reilly - $20m The problem with being a reporter is that you need people to trust you. Bill worked hard to gain that trust, and at the height of his career was described as ldquothe biggest star in the 20-year history at Fox News.rdquo Over the years, he has anchored news shows, reported from war zones, presented the weather, and created his own podcasts. He's a multiple Emmy Award winner and has authored and co-authored a LOT of books. So why isn't he on our TV screens today? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9744e4e6ceb9e40c9655c12899a7c10dbb0b21a337b280775daeba28632424f4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Elizabeth Vargas - $750k Elizabeth is a fighter. The first evening news anchor of Puerto-Rican and Irish-American descent, she's only the third woman to anchor a network evening newscast. And she uses her position to fight for the underdog's rights across space and even time. Her efforts to de-stain the Bible's Mary Magdalene are legendary. She's won Emmys for her coverage of unfair treatment of women and those from ethnic minorities. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7c121033d0c34453107ecdd7fd59c83ed087f94e00682f8033bf2ef1ff9c352d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Meredith Vieira - $11m Meredith is two things in life a TV host and a woman with strong family values. Her career has been shaped by her commitment to her family, making her sometimes the subject of the headlines that she no longer reports on. She once described herself as ldquoa reporter who didn't want to report because it required a tremendous amount of travel.rdquo She has turned down roles that would interfere with her mothering and even left 60 Minutes when they couldn't accommodate part-time hours. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2ede6b28ac53427b0717ebbebd8fa4afab4ef436e53f332215d37b91cb77ffea.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kathie Lee Gifford - $2m Who hasn't heard of Kathie Lee? Not just your run-of-the-mill reporter, Kathie is successful in a multitude of different ways. You could devise a musical about her life, but you'd have to ask her to write it, script and lyrics. Oh, and then she could produce and direct it. Not forgetting starring as the lead. She'd do the same for you if you wanted to make a movie of it, and she'd be happy to do the voiceover if you made an animated version. Of course, it goes without saying that she could write you the book of the film. Last, but definitely not least, she'll sort you out for a music album to go with it all. Kathie is nothing if not multi-talented. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1b2e3008cc9732f91efda66e81cf59c1f340d38f6be0c596e84dfeb1fc3c22e5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Matt Lauer - $28m One of the top earners on our list, Matt's broadcasting work is known across the country. He's been in the business for forty years, initially dropping out of college to take up a producing role in West Virginia. He was soon promoted to on-screen work. Apart from a brief stint on ABC, Matt stuck to local stations for over 20 years. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at5-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae53ac11711829ae8576e71fe0bd18da764149069baf8e843fabc94ec75cee92.jpeg https://allthat80s.com/view/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/ Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Just like all of the athletes that make up your favorite sports team, it takes a lot of different people to make sports fun to watch on TV. Sports media has played a huge part in how popular watching games on TV have become all over the world. Some journalists and analysts make millions of dollars covering games. Want to know how much your favorite sports analyst makes? Keep reading to find out. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae9dfffc3f8b14a31b6a9813bba8eec09038e25c16e02d5a8f07bb948853034b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Charissa Thompson: $1 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c7f349acdceee19b3896208898b00173c96de61df674a65ee2d81e51bffdc982.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lisa Salters: $235,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cb0036a016e901a96cb1bb055c4471d72da85907ab0e346936cd1698be669124.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mike Golic: $5 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ed5254851c8759ac7c56cfd3cb1d6cd8d01a36445552f2001c758c08d70d5f36.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Molly Qerim: $500,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f09a783942d2708df26a3de8db2b1b3d4009cd1e7453489cab3f05923085b51b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Al Michaels: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b713edf9a26c4d12dc59cec9a11b4e2c9c6f4f05f207ae67f48733f5578b8039.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Holly Rowe: $800,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f5f2cc73b1bc64469f2551a744dfb8e6714fc150c9c567abb75b1b2ffa0ecf36.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Joe Buck: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/912812032bf84da1d98a870c71ce82652e9f4aacae32553e38cee787ae2255a4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wendi Nix: $800,000 https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a5032051526dadee682e86fb8fa828f61ea35f0b204179c63ef140efc44c2049.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Pam Oliver: $1 Million Pam Oliver has been a big part of sports journalism for over 30 years. Her career began as she worked for various local networks for almost 10 years. It wasn't until 1993 that she joined ESPN. Two years later, in 1995, Oliver joined Fox Sports as an NFL sideline reporter alongside Patt Summerall and John Madden, two of the network's top broadcasters. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ff8efb7a5a06fa9fb3cbb001c5b2c4f5d9516714fb360061a805334ec215bee5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Colin Cowherd: $6 Million Colin Cowherd is a huge name in sports journalism. In fact, he is one of the highest-earning journalists at Fox Sports 1. Cowherd became a part of ESPN in 2003 when he started hosting an ESPN radio show. Later, he became one of the first hosts of ldquoSportsNation.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/073854151788536cd5159023bbbe4806202b8d348575394b2c8304c6acdd7072.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Leeann Tweeden: $1 Million Leeann Tweeden has done it all. She has been a model, a sports commentator, and a radio broadcaster. She started modeling when she worked as a hostess at Hooters and won first place in the Venus International Model Search. And that's what opened the door to the sports journalism industry for Tweeden. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/43ff72a74dbca91cc0b7c205615861bf866cb6df799a42760e493d6a592d4130.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? David Aldridge: 1-5 Million David Aldridge is a trailblazing sports journalist known for his impactful career in basketball reporting. Before entering the world of sports journalism, he worked as a music journalist in Washington, D.C. However, his passion for writing led him to transition into sports reporting, where he made a significant impact. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c271120b98d97c3c3755267dd17aedf0d42a01f4f06e76e8d0997020ad6d24a2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tom Rinaldi: 2 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b47c2ddf446b3c5bc12029f9b1a24c1936ab014cb0c5261f817f54437c4f32f4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michael Wilbon: $6 Million Michael Wilbon is a very recognizable face in sports journalism is a longtime reporter for the Washington Post. He spent more than 30 years with the news outlet where he became one of the best sports deadline writers. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bd1bd469b564e6655f4b725292932d8eef5a41031c88bd32beab2faf315dcce0.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jemele Hill: $1 Million Jemele Hill may be best known for being a part of ldquoHis and Hersrdquo and ldquoNumbers Never Lierdquo on ESPN. She has spent roughly 12 years with ESPN writing columns and hosting television shows. Hill and her co-host Michael Smith are a popular pair on EPSN and have worked their way to the 6 p.m. edition of ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo ldquoSC6.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5a6fdb8ed67a697b3364c2d8ac9f5e34a38ed49a9fe3d47eaa10b6d23f3703c6.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tony Kornheiser: $6 Million Tony Kornheiser is another successful, recognizable face in sports media who was also a writer for the Washington Post for a long time. He became a co-host of ESPN's ldquoPardon the Interruptionrdquo in 2001 with Michael Wilbon. ldquoPardon the Interruptionrdquo turned Kornheiser into a household name. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/acbe20459aec5069603cb337525be3d0d5ddefdc88899e10e458923bc3ae363e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mike Greenberg: $6.5 Million Mike Greenberg is best known as the co-host of the famous ESPN Radio show ldquoMike Mikerdquo with his co-host Mike Golic. ldquoMike Mikerdquo turned Greenberg into one of ESPN's highest-paid sports reporters. He has also hosted the popular weekday even show ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo usually on Mondays. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a95b179309323d1eab9b2d7e8d0810a0d04bee02fc62202f9f071acce16865e2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lindsay Czarniak: $1.5 Million Lindsay Czarniak currently hosts NASCAR coverage for Fox Sports 1. She worked for ESPN for nearly 10 years before leaving to join Fox Sports 1. During her time at ESPN, she worked as an anchor for ldquoSportsCenter.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/450c3d04116d5c9cfc96fe737730a85552465a66960d3911c4592b1b7f6db8e8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Terry Bradshaw: $2 Million Terry Bradshaw is known for being a former professional football player. He was the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. After his time playing on the field, Bradshaw was a television sports analyst and co-host on Fox NFL Sunday. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cafbc9f1fd04e4886e1749bbc51e10b6abc1d528c192ff83cc69fb711308e497.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Bob Costas: $7 Million Bob Costas is an award-winning sports broadcaster that has been around for decades. He is one of the most well-known sports reporters around the world. He worked with NBC Sports for nearly 30 years from 1980 to 2018. During that time, he won a number of awards including an Emmy. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/67e8465a36a3731cb486c238aa21ca8c8da396ce787420844012c396e754d674.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Andrews: $2 million Erin Andrews is both a television personality and sports journalist, as well as one of the most famous women in sports journalism. She worked as a freelance reporter until she was hired by ESPN in 2004. Andrews works as a sideline reporter for a variety of sports including basketball, baseball, and hockey. However, she is best known for covering NFL games. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae642e59c18377952bdc2b0e9054b0c6fd25dcef4738a295fca89b74b6739802.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Stephen A. Smith: $10 Million Stephen A. Smith is a well-known sports journalist. As a commentator on ldquoESPN First Take,rdquo he debates the hot topics in sports every day. ldquoFirst Takerdquo was a very popular show during its heyday and perhaps the most popular sports debate show on television. Smith had a comedic approach that made the show so popular. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1251a879370979d468e246b03b753faffb32a9082f338ce226b705382359d5f8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Linda Cohn: $3 Million Linda Cohn is a long-time anchor on ESPN. She started her career by becoming the first full-time female anchor on a national sports radio network in 1987after getting hired by ABC. Cohn has been working for ESPN since 1992. During her career, she has hosted over 5,000 episodes of ldquoSportsCenter,rdquo which is the highest count of all the show's anchors. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d0399cfbdedd52f50eeb43a8aebc1c3c0e54a4db5677c7098526e20e01a88875.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jim Rome: $30 Million Jim Rome is a very successful sports journalist and talk show host. He hosted his show ldquoJim Rome is Burning,rdquo which was also known by the name ldquoRome is Burning,rdquo on ESPN and TSN2. In 2011, Rome joined the CBS Network and left ESPN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c71e1e63cf6348e955715b4f64955de1e3d089f9d2ffceec34c584119dd3860.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Suzy Kolber: $3 Million Suzy Kolber is a very recognizable face on ESPN as she has been a sports journalist and on televised broadcasts for several decades. In fact, she was an original anchor on ESPN2 in 1992, the year it launched. Kolber spent three years with ESPN before going to work for Fox Sports for another 3 years until she decided to return to ESPN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/947180205229beab1c3fe40639b5be492acb3729120d0a93cf02b7d2313cd9e3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ahmad Rashad: Unknown Ahmad Rashad is an inductee in the College Football Hall of Fame and a former wide receiver in the Pro Bowl. After leaving the NFL, he began covering the NBA, MLB, and NFL as an anchor and reporter for ABC and NBC. Rashad hosted 16 seasons of ldquoNBA Inside Stuff.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e0fd7529d190dca2aaf88143bce8f0d89abb4a952e361ceaabc46838ff0f5d84.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Andrea Kremer: $4 Million Andrea Kremer is an Emmy award-winning sports reporter. She has become a very successful woman in sports media and made history several different times, including the recent event of her working with Hannah Storm to become the first all-woman commentator booth at a major men's team sport on ldquoThursday Night Football.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ba1e8476451cc41fc700aee63e1efdbe58cbd08d2d52fdb14e713c2439153a2a.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tracy McGrady: Unknown Tracy McGrady was a successful player in the NBA and was even inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame. Now, he is a very popular sports journalist. After he left the NBA, he started working for ESPN as a basketball analyst. You can see McGrady regularly appear on ldquoThe Jumprdquo with Rachel Nichols and contribute to ldquoSportsCenterrdquo on occasion. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f8535e3cf0e705450bf1d23096e546e0580c47b571b46c44f39af95c9c99a190.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Samantha Ponder: $4.9 Million Samantha Ponder is a very recognizable face on ESPN. She was a sideline reporter on ldquoCollege GameDayrdquo Saturdays, replacing Erin Andrews, as well as for ESPN's ldquoThursday Night College Footballrdquo for two years. Ponder was also on the Longhorn Network, ESPN'S Texas-oriented network, for a short time. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b454f07b1d015e2322570011ab3f8721460ef03cbfc99cdde0293f7504a66849.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michelle Beadle: $5 Million Michelle Beadle is a well-known name on ESPN. She started her career by hosting a variety of shows on several different networks such as the YES Network and College Sports Television. Her big break came when she joined ESPN in 2009 and later began hosting ldquoSportsNationrdquo on ESPN2. From there, she later hosted ldquoGet Up!rdquo with Jalen Rose and Mike Greenberg. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b9b7b917e45b0eb35d4fa56aada752e6126b666fe498e96eba858ce1f1cb7903.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Skip Bayless: $6 Million https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8035d8a2ac574d59b6c8654f474b54bdbc75688c79de33749a6cce6251c10a50.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kevin Garnett: Unknown Kevin Garnett is a former NBA player who participated in the NBA All-Star game 15 separate times and will be eligible for the NBA Hall of Fame in 2021. Also going by the nickname ldquoKG,rdquo Garnett started working as a sports journalist after retiring from the NBA. He became a part of the ldquoInside the NBArdquo team on TNT in 2016. A month later, he started hosting his very own segment, ldquoArea 21.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ce30074346d10fd1e42b220f2bf0cdff10f2e2120c57bfc17cf5bc91a9c71df9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? ldquoInside the NBArdquo Crew: Unknown The crew of ldquoInside the NBArdquo includes Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O'Neal. ldquoInside the NBArdquo is one of the most well-known sports talk shows as it has won nine Emmys and made history as the third show to be inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/45e1926b9041e4ee44097495ff8c3519cb102c0abe284cab286cc57a4b1df72b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? The Salaries of the World's Most Famous TV Anchors The art of peddling news is still very much alive and TV reporters are the cream of the crop. Always smart, always sharp. It's glamorous, hobnobbing with the elite, attending all the great events. Surely it's a dream job? But real reporting is hard work. For every film star interviewed, there's an undercover investigation going on. For every royal wedding covered, there's a scared reporter wearing camouflage in a live feed from a war zone. Their hours are long and often unsociable. They do endless hours of research for every minute of a triumphant scoop. And it shows in their paychecks - Take a look. Tomi Lahren - $200k Tomi started out on TheBlaze as a political commentator. She had her own show, Tomi. Her views were conservative, and she would often voice harsh comments on liberal politics. We knew her for the three-minute segment at the end of the show, Final Thoughts. There, she would give a round-up of her opinions on several current matters. Many of these videos went viral on social media, and she shot to fame, earning attention from all quarters. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b539527b07288aca33c3d83a9ac7da59687ee8c5ce4bf6a501f28d7660cb2f5f.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Anderson Cooper - $11m Yes, you read that right. Anderson takes home eleven million bucks for his contributions to journalism. He is a primary anchor on CNN and one of the most eminent faces of US TV. He has had his own daytime TV talk show. Now the paycheck makes sense. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0c667dffbf8bb916c8f67209e6f5493169c60e80ce814f59e1fe0fe50cc2531a.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Katy Tur - $500k Katy's resume is long and distinguished. She has worked for KTLA, News 12 Brooklyn, HD News/Cablevision, Fox 5 New York, The Weather Channel, and NBC. From weather girl to multi-award-winning journalist, Katy is a force to be reckoned with. She's chased storms. She's chased politicians. Her talents are far-ranging. In 2009, she earned her first award, the AP Best Spot News Award. A crane was collapsing on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, and Katy was there to cover the story as only she can. In 2017, she was awarded a Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/b98e11f0eec8acb3ccba9b10a483de235eed8fed602a0aad6c9cbb5768ca0b0b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Giada de Laurentiis - Minimum $3m After studying at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, Giada wanted to be a pastry chef. Alas, fate does not always bend to our whims. She worked as a chef in various restaurants before starting in food styling. Based in Los Angeles, she wasn't doing too bad. Her resume included places such as Wolfgang Puck's Spago and she was working for Food Wine magazine when her big break came. In 2002, the Food Network approached her with an idea for a show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f9adae6f6a58931bc0fc3732d85f3d8b98de329759a5272e389c139cfeac7680.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Burnett - $3m Erin didn't find journalism. Journalism found her. She was working in the financial industry, far from any spotlights, when she received an offer she couldn't refuse. Working at Goldman Sachs, she was a financial analyst when the call came. CNN asked her to join the network as a writer and booker for their economic news program, Moneyline. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/a2cadc44ab1d5758ed88dd6a1eb4f95cb486e8b5c6d7f692b01e5822a466ebc9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ainsley Earhardt - $400k It started at a young age for Ainsley. She was still working towards her degree at USC when she landed her first job in journalism. The local CBS station in Columbia, South Carolina, hired her to work as a reporter. She was at that station, WLTX-News 19, from 2000 to 2004, anchoring the morning and noon news reports. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2492315055818ec0a7e073d64a234061ffb7e8ba605d7f60183d849737d99737.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wendy Williams - $15m Wendy Williams may be worth a fortune, but she has worked hard for it. Not content with mere journalism, she is a fierce businesswoman. Fashion and jewelry are her things, with lines in both, including wigs. And just to back that up, she's written seven books. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/34cf3afcad07c70811ac9551a23ce2a3b803bfa927ad5e50a14ed6d738d93458.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Rachel Maddow - $7m Rachel is a trailblazer in Primetime news, as the first openly lesbian anchor in the US. And now we've got that (frankly irrelevant to her ability to report the news) fact out of the way, let's look at why she's earned every penny of her seven million. First, she trained for it. Rachel has not one, but two university degrees, one from Stanford and the other from Oxford. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/239372fa028947cf51f92d14a5bc9f2aa91437acd22023e3374ad258884ab162.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Brian Williams -$10m Look up lsquoanchor' in the dictionary and you'll find Brian's name. In his distinguished career, he has been the face of many a news program. And he doesn't just report the news. He has been the managing editor, no less, as well as the anchor of his own show. Not even accusations of misrepresentation of events (for coverage of the Iraq War) can keep Brian from our TV screens. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8b5d46eb58cef466d81e6c4ada4952d369d372dc029733eefb68d3d367153c95.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Robin Meade - $750k The multi-talented Robin Meade is not afraid to try new things. She wanted to be in the public eye and laid the foundations for her achievements in college. Her majors were in radio/television production, programming, and performance at Malone and Ashland Universities. She first concentrated on performance. Robin became Miss Ohio and went on to finish as a semi-finalist in the Miss America pageant. This gave her the break needed to get into broadcasting, working with a number of stations before settling at HLN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/506e412e81335b0db7f02a5467d0d1efe3b5fdd3eee898dc41111ba693f84e57.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jimmy Fallon - $16m Everyone knows Jimmy! He's been gracing our screens, both small and big, for years. Although he started college studying computer science, it had been his dream since childhood to star on Saturday Night Live. He switched majors to communications, but his ambition pushed him on before he graduated and he left early to become a comedian. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cc599500c27636aa1b758382c0b6a1b7398942d52efe8a4081cd61ba4c83fed2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kate Bolduan - $200k If you've got what it takes, it's a simple path to the top, and Kate has walked it with ease. First, a bachelor's degree in Journalism from George Washington University. Then, general assignment reporter for WTVD-TV in North Carolina. Follow that up with production assistant for NBC News and MSNBC. Throw in roles at Dateline NBC, NBC Nightly News, and House Garden Magazine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7412e93938a80a76c42efd66180b1a7b30c2ab10f3320f4531325aec9f3257c9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lindsay Czarniak - $1m Lindsay is a sporting specialist. Her first sporting job was as co-host of the George Michael Sports Machine with WRC-TV. But, that wasn't her first reporting experience. She interned with WUSA in Washington, DC before becoming a production assistant for CNN. From behind the scenes to on-screen, her first reporting gig was with WAWS in Florida. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d1e53566ced0f777644033f56d2219ef6841db3a61fa0a7dc2fb136862caf135.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Andrea Mitchell - $750k Andrea has been in the business for over 40 years, which is impressive. Add to that the fact that she has been with the same network, NBC, for most of those years. That's some staying power. Andrea started as she meant to go on. She became the news director of WXPN, the student radio station at the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied. Transitioning into the working world with ease, she joined KYW radio after graduation. She soon became their City Hall correspondent. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6645b3d5d4b6e90a2efadd2b40329f9879c5000b4aed8d9408a5c1c73c8b4950.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Molly Qerim - $100k If you want a girl to watch the game with, you can't do better than Molly Qerim. Nowadays she is the face of First Take, ESPN's sports talk show. She took over as permanent host after proving her aptitude for acting as interim host in July 2015. Molly has been with ESPN since 2008 and has won an Emmy for her contributions to the network. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f80d6213cfb47462307da00058f46f7b945d59d7882dc7c596109690c99d436c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chris Cuomo - $2.5m Chris knows his stuff. All his life he's been around politics, with a father and brother as governors of New York. Yale-educated, he gained a Juris Doctor from Fordham and, to this day, remains a licensed attorney. As an investigative journalist, Chris has uncovered many a problem lurking under the surface of America's society. His work has led to product recall and even policy change resulting in an industry cleanup. He's appeared on all the big networks. CNBC. MSNBC. CNN. Fox News. ABC. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/cf947b4effeb4d2d54e345ddc51b5d30e30461bf97ba5ea82b9a20ddb7a5ac23.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Don Lemon ndash $10 Million CNN's renowned journalist Don Lemon is one journalist that is not afraid of touching delicate subjects and issues. Many say that he deserves every penny he gets. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/547afc0e7e3ee6eb532d3a30d85450dca53f13301da3041336c25fa2bd9557b8.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Shepard Smith - $10m He's been in the business for over 30 years, starting out in TV reporting in Florida. He moved to Los Angeles as a correspondent for A Current Affair, but then he started his own affair with Fox. This was to last 23 years, during which he covered some of the most prestigious stories of the world. He announced his retirement in October 2019. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/50d9cd4a4182625402cfaf9b916aa2e903fec5187533877a4ecdc06c3192c836.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Hoda Kotb - $2m Hoda grew up in Virginia, where she attended university to earn her degree in Broadcast Journalism. But it was back to her Egyptian roots that she went for her first paying job. In 1986, she was a news assistant in Cairo, Egypt, of CBS News. Since then, she has authored four books, judged on a reality show, survived cancer, and won a Daytime Emmy Award. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0a8f4e43d9be39bcf3153d2703bf7d441a1ccddda2aa2d08790403d6f3f41d3b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Nancy Grace - $3m Nancy intended to be an English professor when she left school but changed direction with the murder of her fianceacute. She moved into prosecution, working for close to a decade in Atlanta, Georgia. She has always been controversial and has faced reprimands for prosecutorial misconduct. It's this fire that first attracted the TV execs to her. Court TV approached her with an offer she couldn't refuse. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8f7a2004b2a48a783e739c1f71243bccbea0e4ee89aa0ec866812ac56285cfc4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Erin Andrews - $1m Erin is a fascinating mix of tomboy and girl power. Her father was a reporter for WFLA-TV, and winner of six Emmys. They would watch the game together, and she would spend her breaks at school talking sports with the boys. It's no wonder that she grew up to be a sports presenter. On the flip side of the coin, Erin has danced for much of her childhood. She was on the Florida Gators Dazzlers dance team at college. After finishing third one year in Dancing With the Stars, she now hosts the show. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e2b425c29f582e18529e576f40edba246d5852b5dc838ab5b9f6739185ef6112.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Billy Bush - $3m It could be said that Billy Bush had a bit of a head start in the race for stardom. The nephew of one US President and the first cousin of another, he has been raised in the spotlight. However, he earned the roles he landed on TV. Upon naming him one of their 10 Men in 2005, Esquire described him as ldquoa furious, inventive interviewer, unafraid of playing the fool in exchange for a true reaction.rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/eb311a2c44debc921c116daffea1c22796047b58b8353a9df8f3a474029e8a6e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Savannah Guthrie - $1m We know Savannah for her well-regarded interviews with high-profile figures. She's been on TV since graduating for the first time in 1993 with a degree in journalism. Local TV in Arizona gave way to the national news when she joined WRC-TV, covering major stories such as the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon. Then, not content with one degree, Savannah went back to school. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3c871dbeb313ab40036c2034b88510ebec3c3f9ac373ef7baf46854d19933377.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Martha MacCallum - $8m Award-winning journalist Martha studied political science at St. Lawrence University. But, before she started down that career path she took time out to study at the Circle In The Square Theater School. She founded the Miranda Theater Company in New York, then moved on to work as an associate in corporate relations. It wasn't until 1991 that she found journalism. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9a81a4a555b1930211f0942d3a88086bff3d5f06d7080c89c7fbbcdda33b6491.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jon Stewart - $25m Where's the money made? In comedy, that's where. Jon is our highest earner so far. There's no way we can get much more than a movie trailer's worth of information on Jon's impressive career into this list. Here are some highlights. After graduating with a psychology major, Jon did some job-hopping. He tried out everything from puppeteer to contingency planner. He suffered from stage fright, so it took him quite a while to make the first step of his career: Joining the comedy club circuit. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fc4d19dc9c15c54467f941405e70dc50b0e9d3adff89444f904ebea871a859fa.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sage Steele - $400k If you can score points playing it, Sage knows all about it. Today she's the co-host of ESPN's SportsCenter. She travels across the nation, covering major sporting events for SportsCenter On The Road. Football, golf, baseball, Sage has them all covered. And it's hardly a surprise when we look at to whom she's related. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bb95e7e5289be9e255b7bdbd4f972b78ae79affedf4fb1a7722bc3461e80bf41.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? David Muir - $20m Simply put, America loves David. He's been one of the most visible journalists in the country. World News Tonight with David Muir has become the most-watched newscast in the country. TV Week has called him one of the 12 to watch in TV news. And let's not forget that People Magazine has named him one of the Sexiest Men Alive. Throw in a few Emmys and an Edward R. Murrow award or two, and what's not to like? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ca714e9b66db2ed4b748befa3f483c641288356803e526f86837d83e6a7984bd.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sam Champion - $2m We don't care if the weather is bad, as long as Sam is the one telling us about it. He has a BA in broadcast news from Eastern Kentucky University, and he's put the skills he learned to good use. Apart from his TV career, Sam has spent years bringing charitable causes to our attention. He has been Grand Marshall, Chairman, and Master of Ceremonies for various money-raising events. He even shared his battle with cancer with us to raise awareness. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fda34dbec2f387fcc6c9b86d1d681bd369b38338d9a1a5c58ec2d541f81346dc.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ginger Zee - $125k What drove Ginger to meteorology? ldquoI saw a waterspout on Lake Michigan when I was eight... I was mesmerized. I really thought it was the coolest thing I had ever seen.rdquo Well, we are inclined to agree that waterspouts are pretty amazing. We don't blame Ginger for studying meteorology with the single-minded aim of being on The Today Show before she hit 30. With a vocation burning in her since age eight, we're not even surprised that she did just that. It can't have been easy, especially as she has been diagnosed with narcolepsy since age 21! https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f0ad90317a6f8091df56018cfefbf0723e60ff76df22ecfe0dc51e0a938d088c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Cari Champion - $1m Cari has two passions in life: Tennis and fighting for the underdog. The first drew her to journalism. ldquoI wanted to give people a voice that didn't have a voice... That's why I love journalism.rdquo After graduating from UCLA in 1998, Cari's broadcasting career started out small. It took ten years of station-hopping for her to find her second passion and her new home. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5b74afbaf7824842c674ea39ced1ffacde9949dddee3ae90c34c8c9d8815e042.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Charissa Thompson - $500k Armed with a BA in Law and Society, Charissa set out to work in broadcasting straight from school. It was all that she had ever wanted to do. And it didn't take her long to land a national gig covering Major League Baseball. She joined Fox, reporting from the sidelines at the NFL. She's covered college football and basketball and hosted various sports shows. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3f0c5b80d725bd16b190ab31dbf968f45547c9b8ac2e070caeeccec1fa38a784.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tom Brokaw - $8m Tom Brokaw - a legend in his own lifetime. He's best known for his remarkable achievement of anchoring and editing NBC Nightly News for 22 years. He's the only person to have hosted all three major NBC News programs. He was one of the lsquoBig Three' news anchors in the US for three decades. Nowadays, at nearly 80 years old, he is a special correspondent for the network. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/10916d1eb12e0a66bec94c790f07223b13ceabe2ec7177375647c8f66986689d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Leslie Stahl - $1.8m Leslie is remarkable in this list for how many jobs she hasn't had. Unlike most of our intrepid reporters, Leslie found a home near the beginning of her career, and she lives there still. In 1972, she was one of the first women reporters hired by CBS. It may have been the burgeoning field of political correctness that bought her that job, but CBS has never regretted its decision. She immediately went to cover Watergate, giving the network the scoop on the story. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/59eb9f88c910b5b7df524a2f9a8d7d474cb75c0ac49bb146c25a89a0ef4a3b68.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Brooke Baldwin - $1.5m Brooke hails from Atlanta, Georgia. Her journey to national fame has included college in North Carolina, undergraduate study in Mexico City, reporting and anchoring in Virginia, and reporting in Washington, DC. Since joining CNN in 2008, Brooke has been nominated for an Emmy and a Peabody Award. Her documentary To Catch A Serial Killer won a Silver World Medal. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c0f0e87daa751167f5f460519577bf29f3f0b62c2f744e4e7705eadf64d13b48.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Megyn Kelly - $15m Legal eagle Megyn trained in law and practiced as a corporate defense attorney. It was still early in her career when her path took a slight turn and she got a job as a general assignment reporter. She conducted the live coverage of the confirmation hearing for US Supreme Court Justices. From there, Fox News gave her a segment, Kelly's Court, during Weekend Live. She also appeared on a weekly segment on the network's number one show, the O'Reilly Factor. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/8ebbee9e648e004ab79d9513f1b944fee82202c9858c66ffdde4d568f0358274.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Lester Holt - $4.5m Lester Holt secured his place in history when he became the first African-American solo anchor for a network nightly newscast. He achieved this when Brian Williams was demoted from the role on NBC Nightly News in 2015. Lester had already been anchoring the weekend edition of the program for eight years. He also anchors Dateline NBC. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1e0c24c85846fe1fff3bbcf556c4776bedcae20a437de0b922a0828f3eeb006d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Jim Rome - $30m Jim Rome is our first radio star featured on this list. Generally, radio is where our stars have started out before transitioning into TV. But Jim is a radioman at heart. Despite various successful TV jobs, he has never abandoned his first love. Nowadays, he has been named as one of the most influential talk radio personalities by Talkers Magazine. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6e4bdcb69c90c761ceb2af82db1a90cfda4e521217ab0fd5c625ff417bc5166b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Ann Curry - $5m Born in Guam to an American father and a Japanese mother, Ann lived in Japan, then Oregon. She holds a bachelor of arts in journalism, and today she runs a multi-platform media start-up company. She is active in charitable works and has received three Emmys, a Gracie Award, and four Golden Mikes, among other awards. She sponsors a scholarship program at the University of Oregon, where she graduated. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/409b56b341e418f63a17be753c7a4206be927e75299ce1e5be2a1e1105eb1bb3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kelly Ripa - $16m Kelly wasn't always in journalism. In fact, she spent twelve years starring in a soap opera! She has studied ballet since age three. She plays the piano. She was a cheerleader in high school and starred in school and local theatre productions before attending college. It was her performance in The Ugly Duckling during her senior year that got her discovered. After a few local TV gigs, Kelly made it onto Dancin' On Air. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f223d6d92f74b5a3bdcc6fb7856ec0c29b8331fc9a0aa82c695b5df91bc05113.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Maria Bartiromo - $6m Maria started how she meant to go on. She studied journalism and economics at NYU whilst working as an intern at CNN. None of this working through a collection of local stations for Maria. Upon graduating, she went straight into CNN Business News as a producer and assignment editor. But she wanted to be in front of the cameras. After five years, she made her first report live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. She was the first journalist to do so. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bf58583905e0e51bafdcc2b1490c432497424134bc5e7158a8d481941e078c8e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michael Strahan - $17m It's a common occurrence for retiring athletes to join their former sport's commentary teams, but it takes talent to progress far into TV celebrity. Michael played with the New York Giants in the NFL for 15 years. In his final year before retirement, the Giants won the Super Bowl with him on the team. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/85a6c91e98ecb449e0fe61de371ded4e90800af5352baba9cc1757b8a9bf75a5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Samantha Steele Ponder - $5m Samantha's life has read like a modern-day woman's fairy tale. She went to college in New York City, where she joined ESPN, eventually getting an internship with them. She then moved on to be a researcher assistant for the college football studio show on ABC-TV. Jobs started finding her at that point, and she transferred universities to take an opportunity offered at Liberty Flames. She was a sideline reporter for the Virginian sports television network until 2009. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5b462449131208e927585c8352a2cbdea49222adc6f5b9ed29db30dbab7658db.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Martha Raddatz - $2.5m Martha was so eager to get to work that she couldn't wait to finish studying at the University of Utah. So she didn't bother, going straight into the working world before her graduation. She joined a local station before going to Boston to work at WCVB-TV as the chief correspondent. In 1993, she made a foray into radio, covering the Pentagon for National Public Radio for 5 years. In 1999, Martha was welcomed into the ABC network, with whom she is still working. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7ad5806f0a302da4079a85716c6f5425d845007fb5b880363b0ba98036b47237.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Joe Buck - $3m Multiple award winner Joe has sportscasting in his blood. Son of Jack Buck, an inductee of various Halls of Fame for his sportscasting work, Joe has followed in his father's footsteps. He is now the proud winner of numerous Sports Emmys and three National Sportscaster of the Year awards. He also holds some network TV records: He is the youngest man ever to announce a regular slate of NFL games, and in 2018, he called the most games of any play-by-play announcer. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/bb1621800da60bc5c78930d15fe5bb193d868ce7b0dc14c83c7d9762eec58fcd.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Amy Robach - $300k From Michigan to Missouri to Georgia, Amy had traveled the country before getting into journalism! But she hadn't quite seen enough, so she took her degree with high honors in broadcast journalism to Washington, DC. There, she took a job at WTTG before going national with MSNBC in 2003. Four years of anchoring plus substituting on Morning Joe and Countdown with Keith Olbermann led her to NBC proper. Amy became a co-anchor of Weekend Today before changing allegiance in 2012 to ABC News. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4a7d287b9a97691bb8ea12672786b9a762c8b9cdb4bc675079dd2e7e7ecb4af4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Dan Rather - $6m Dan was one of the Big Three news anchors of the nation. In his long years covering the news, he has been at the forefront of many historical events, including the civil rights movement and the Vietnam War. He received his big break with CBS when luck had him nearly on the grassy knoll with Oswald when he pulled the trigger. Although he didn't witness the actual event, his prompt arrival to report on-screen earned him the position of White House correspondent in 1964. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fe55d94bc875ea64c39f70683b1ffa3a319e6b5114cc66ac3a968081c84881a4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Michelle Beadle - $600k Italian-born Michelle once didn't know what to do with her life. After studying law, her experiences working at the capitol in Austin put her off that career path. It took her three years of job-hopping, in Canada and the US, to settle on a new vocation. Her father helped her to get an internship for the San Antonio Spurs, where she had her first opportunity to do some reporting. Since then, she's kept her talent sharp working for such diverse networks as Fine Living Network, the Travel Channel, Animal Planet, and the Discovery Channel. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39fb3a4b1808da67962330b97c034790c10b610148ea2bccbf068dae4d25870c.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Wolf Blitzer - $5m German-born Wolf, whose surname translates to lightning, has got to be the most aptly named person to take up journalism. His parents were refugees from Auschwitz, and he speaks fluent Hebrew. He has a BA in history and an MA in International Studies. It's no surprise, with that history, that Wolf quickly landed a job in Tel Aviv working for Reuters. For 17 years, he wrote for a few different newspapers, in English and Hebrew, most notably the Jerusalem Post. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/382727f41546b6febfe88e0ed7de5fe4446e6136f56fad134ee5f69718936b03.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Paula Faris - $600k Paula's degree is in broadcasting, with an emphasis on television production, and she started her career behind the cameras. She held several communications-based roles, basing herself in Ohio. At one point, she branched out into radio sales whilst waiting for a TV opportunity to present itself. The wait was worth it, and Paula sneaked in some reporting and anchoring at WKEF/WRGT whilst working as a production assistant. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/f53c32ab13e3e94a1c2a5b4e8a785f3b38be956f1232e6bb44a45a685cddc974.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Mika Brzezinski - $2m Mika is not afraid to tell it like it is - but only if she believes it's important enough. Outspoken Mika is idealistic about what should be important in journalism. She doesn't like to report on entertainment trivia when hard news is afoot, once trying to burn such a story's script on air. If anyone can recognize an important political story, it's Mika. She's the daughter of a National Security Advisor, descendant of a Czech president, and sister to an Ambassador and a military expert. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d9dbdea3e9276ff7097fc8bce1166b2619be511a47863191abddfeb7ffcd4a89.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Elisabeth Hasselbeck - $1m Elisabeth is a survivor - literally! She first rose to fame as a contestant in the second season of Survivor The Australian Outback. With had no plans to become a journalist, Elisabeth studied large-scale paintings and industrial design at college. She went to work for Puma as a designer whilst still at college in Boston. Then she finished fourth in the Survivor show, which was enough to get her noticed by TV execs. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/6312818faf99b9ecae383c3797f980a060f7c9ea6f4c7a878536b48fbe4dd826.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Nancy O'Dell - $3m She's an entertainment reporter, a former beauty pageant star, and an avid scrapbooker. With that resume, it might surprise you to know that Nancy has changed the law with her reporting early in her career. Working as a crime reporter at WCBD-TV in South Carolina, Nancy's reports earned her a Best Report of the Year Award. The subject was the leniency that the State Police habitually showed on DUI cases. The result? A State Law Enforcement Division investigation and more stringent directive put in place. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/50a011ec166378456b37a582953f5ea4c98fb3bc3fc30eb58892a12c97d96b88.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chris Matthews - $5m Chris is a true public servant, aiming his entire career at working towards bettering society. After his graduation, he served in the US Peace Corps in Swaziland. Then, he was an officer with the US Capitol Police. He's worked for four Members of Congress. He's even run for Congress himself and considered running for the Senate. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/57a2cc35b34ff69f5e963cb0103e06aac2e802beec232392a1d4df8be96a7d4f.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Barbara Walter - $12m Barbara has not been seen publicly since 2016, but her legacy lives on. Barbara is now living her retirement in peace. This is the lady that first gave women a voice in journalism, opening doors across the years for the faces of today. She started working in the industry in 1951, but it wasn't until the early 60s that she first appeared on air. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7fc64e1c3f869e7334d546819656a12660761b8f390c8d71f44d191b69e138fb.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Scott Pelley - $5m Scott is a Texas man, born and bred. Raised in Lubbock, he then studied journalism there at college. He didn't wait until graduating to start work, joining the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal as a copy boy at age 15. Although he never graduated from Texas Tech, nearly 50 years later they named him an Outstanding Alumnus. Pelley's teams have, over the years, won a plethora of awards, including multiple Emmys and Peabodies. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c17688c20e360bd09c1551e6e18c7cc4213c4f9ab9ab74f26a477b276f4adbf6.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Christiane Amanpour - $2m Often-controversial Christiane has a rich cultural heritage. Born in England and raised until age 11 in Iran, her father was a Persian Muslim and her mother a British Catholic. Fluent in both English and Persian, Christiane attended boarding school in England before going to college in the US. She was married to a Jewish American and now lives in London. It's no wonder that she is Chief International Anchor for CNN. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/fa9c3b964a0f215af799ff66065a019c4914790d97b8345326c3cc4df64ca344.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Al Roker - $8m Al is America's favorite weatherman. Born in 1954, he's been predicting storms on-screen for 45 years. But it wasn't what he planned to do when he grew up. At school, he was a member of the Cartooning Illustration Club. He wanted to be a cartoonist. He fell into meteorology when still at university and never looked back. When Al does a job, he does it to the fullest. In 2014, he completed his first Rokerthon, a non-stop, record-breaking, 34-hour weather forecast to raise money for charity. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/e02442b0fb3156bf58b1741fe5753706e539a84f16027363edd0d14a4cbb5c41.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Thomas Roberts - $1.5m Thomas minored in journalism and majored in communication in Maryland, where he grew up. That's where he had his first broadcasting job, reporting for a local cable station. But ambition is a powerful propellant, and soon enough Thomas had traveled across the nation in pursuit of the perfect story. Stops on his way to national news include California, Nebraska, Florida, Georgia, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, and New York City. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/87bfc986570c9865ad587f381f860504007e666cddf1d667493d9c1614819da3.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Chuck Todd - $750k Always a political animal, Chuck started out working on initiative campaigns in Florida. Then came national campaigns based in Washington, DC, culminating with his work on the 1992 presidential campaign of Senator Tom Harkin. All before he left college! Two years before he would leave George Washington University, Chuck was working for National Journal's The Hotline. There, he was editor-in-chief and got his first taste of hosting on the web with Hotline TV. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/35c073401428023765096c40d154345b172ac2229652eff583da3212c6525ab7.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Tamron Hall - $1m Tamron has had a keen interest in crime reporting ever since her sister's murder. She had been the victim of domestic abuse before her death, and Tamron has suffered guilt for not doing something earlier. She is now a spokesperson against domestic violence. It was this experience that led her to host Investigation Discovery's Deadline: Crime, and Guns on Campus: Tamron Hall Investigates. Not afraid of a challenge, Tamron has also appeared on Running Wild with Bear Grylls. Roast squirrel, anyone? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7496fa4bd5ef4e95d3d9d4d2bfffc9136808be68392db1cd132fc1de23a35a57.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Josh Elliott - $4m Fuelled by ambition, Josh has never been afraid to aim for the stars. It's a shame that he always seems to miss. At college, he planned to play water polo but ended up working at the university paper. He joined 20th Century Fox to work in comedy development, then physical production. He moved over to print, covering major events for Sports Illustrated. Josh then went to ESPN as a panelist for Around the Horn and Jim Rome Is Burning, a guest co-host for Cold Pizza, the host of Classic Now, and an anchor on SportsCenter. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/5057c1aca10c71f406ee1d8c71c0189c199fc2d8e396b5018fc1c754c8bd00a2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Robin Roberts - $14m Robin is an inspiration to us all, battling illness and meeting controversy head-on. She's an award-winning journalist, an honorary Harlem Globetrotter, an LGBT icon, and a mentor for Disney's DreamBigPrincess campaign. With a sister already a TV anchor, Robin chose to study journalism at college, where she won a tennis scholarship. She was a basketball star with a 27.6 average. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/4da1d2350c94ed67ee3ddb942b1d9561c4fb4f1a73a3a47d933f96c69f3f9592.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Katie Couric - $15m With a variety of posts across both TV and digital networks, Katie has done it all. America's Sweetheart has dabbled in movie and TV series cameos, written two children's books, and owns a media production company. She's lost a sister and a husband to cancer and works tirelessly to promote cancer awareness. Katie worked first for the ABC News Bureau, then for CNN. It didn't take her long to start collecting awards, including an Associated Press, an Emmy, and a Peabody. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7d6136d443e9c109a983196755507f89b01024810eb476d3655844dcd6cf270e.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? George Stephanopoulus - $10m George's profile can be seen everywhere these days. He's the chief anchor and political correspondent on ABC News, co-anchor on Good Morning America, and hosts This Week. He regularly anchors on ABC World News Tonight, and he's on the 1 euro Greek postage stamp! His father wanted him to become a lawyer or a priest, and George has an MA in Theology from Oxford University. His real interest was politics, however, and after deciding against the priesthood, that's where he headed. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/c473798f6be53d65c7a4ae5567e0924bca281ac59e1ba797fa212aaa664e97a9.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Giovani Benitez - $750k Giovani is of Cuban descent. Born and raised in Miami, he is a fluent speaker of English and Spanish and holds a BA in Anthropology and Sociology from Florida International University. He was 22 when he graduated, but he hadn't waited that long to get into the industry. He started his first broadcasting job at 17, working as an assistant at CBS4, WFOR Television. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/3d7d51599fa9afd6acd0dfa5247b7db69d3466f68b86fd89da0b47351b6836c0.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Terry Moran - $250k Terry's career in current events began before he graduated from college. He became the editor of Lawrence University's newspaper, the Lawrentian. Always up for a challenge, he went straight on to participate in the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship scheme. He spent a year in Ireland on a completely self-devised project focusing on economic development and foreign capital investment. Over the years, he has won several prestigious awards and been described by peers as ldquoa brilliant writer and gifted storyteller... he has the ability to see the story no one else sees...rdquo https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/d54b77604d4d1f3f8164161c779d272d5f9ab5ab32da98c7a8dc9227dfa9c003.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Sean Hannity - $29m If you want drama, Sean Hannity is your guy. Famously partisan, Sean has an opinion on everything. He started out in radio, where he still hosts his own talk show today. Nationally syndicated, The Sean Hannity Show has boasted over 13.5 million listeners per week. He also hosts a cable news show, Hannity, on Fox News. But it wasn't always big bucks for him, although he's always been full of big talk. He started out as a volunteer host on college radio. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/0945011fd1a9fd5fff16e73b379db1cffa68489955ce3112bdba594652d8d64b.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Natalie Morales - $1m Named as one of the 50 Most Influential Latinas, Natalie is great at everything she puts her mind to. Born in Taiwan, raised in Brazil, Spain, and the US, she speaks three languages. When she entered into broadcasting, she took on every job, all at once! Her career's first home was at News 12 - The Bronx, and she was a camera operator, producer, editor, and anchor. Graduating summa cum laude, she went into banking before answering journalism's call. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/39051f2564493f11dc4e30c289d6a715407732e5f66c693bb21a3164d2f8dfb2.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Heidi Watney - $150k If it's physical and requires a body-hugging outfit, Heidi has taken part in it. She was a first runner-up in the Miss California USA pageant. At school, she was a diver, a hurdler, a gymnast, and a cheerleader! With a record like that, you might forgive her a low grade or two in the classroom, but Heidi was also a National Merit Scholar. Going to college on an academic scholarship, she graduated with honors. So what does an intelligent, hardworking sports fan do when they grow up? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/457acc6185dfacacc842f2c97873fb995e8d9f1be748f7551785971e64405527.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Bill O'Reilly - $20m The problem with being a reporter is that you need people to trust you. Bill worked hard to gain that trust, and at the height of his career was described as ldquothe biggest star in the 20-year history at Fox News.rdquo Over the years, he has anchored news shows, reported from war zones, presented the weather, and created his own podcasts. He's a multiple Emmy Award winner and has authored and co-authored a LOT of books. So why isn't he on our TV screens today? https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/9744e4e6ceb9e40c9655c12899a7c10dbb0b21a337b280775daeba28632424f4.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Elizabeth Vargas - $750k Elizabeth is a fighter. The first evening news anchor of Puerto-Rican and Irish-American descent, she's only the third woman to anchor a network evening newscast. And she uses her position to fight for the underdog's rights across space and even time. Her efforts to de-stain the Bible's Mary Magdalene are legendary. She's won Emmys for her coverage of unfair treatment of women and those from ethnic minorities. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/7c121033d0c34453107ecdd7fd59c83ed087f94e00682f8033bf2ef1ff9c352d.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Meredith Vieira - $11m Meredith is two things in life a TV host and a woman with strong family values. Her career has been shaped by her commitment to her family, making her sometimes the subject of the headlines that she no longer reports on. She once described herself as ldquoa reporter who didn't want to report because it required a tremendous amount of travel.rdquo She has turned down roles that would interfere with her mothering and even left 60 Minutes when they couldn't accommodate part-time hours. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/2ede6b28ac53427b0717ebbebd8fa4afab4ef436e53f332215d37b91cb77ffea.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Kathie Lee Gifford - $2m Who hasn't heard of Kathie Lee? Not just your run-of-the-mill reporter, Kathie is successful in a multitude of different ways. You could devise a musical about her life, but you'd have to ask her to write it, script and lyrics. Oh, and then she could produce and direct it. Not forgetting starring as the lead. She'd do the same for you if you wanted to make a movie of it, and she'd be happy to do the voiceover if you made an animated version. Of course, it goes without saying that she could write you the book of the film. Last, but definitely not least, she'll sort you out for a music album to go with it all. Kathie is nothing if not multi-talented. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/1b2e3008cc9732f91efda66e81cf59c1f340d38f6be0c596e84dfeb1fc3c22e5.jpeg Sports Analysts Make How Much Money? Matt Lauer - $28m One of the top earners on our list, Matt's broadcasting work is known across the country. He's been in the business for forty years, initially dropping out of college to take up a producing role in West Virginia. He was soon promoted to on-screen work. Apart from a brief stint on ABC, Matt stuck to local stations for over 20 years. https://allthat80s.com/engine/static/articles/sports-analysts-salaries-at8/images/https://media.wazimo.com/images/ae53ac11711829ae8576e71fe0bd18da764149069baf8e843fabc94ec75cee92.jpeg