1. Farrah Fawcett: The Queen of the Feathered Hair
It’s hard to think of the 70s without instantly picturing Farrah Fawcett’s sun-kissed blonde hair and iconic smile. That Charlie’s Angels swimsuit poster was everywhere. Taped, pinned, or framed, it was more than just a poster—it was a pop culture phenomenon. Farrah’s feathered hair practically became a rite of passage for teenage girls to attempt in front of the mirror with their blow dryers. And for the boys? Well, let’s just say she was the heartthrob they could only dream about.
2. John Travolta: The King of Disco
Before he was dancing through Pulp Fiction, John Travolta was everyone’s favorite triple threat. Whether it was the brooding high school bad boy, Danny Zuko from Grease, or the smooth, disco-dominating Tony Manero from Saturday Night Fever, Travolta’s smoldering gaze made him poster royalty. If you had his face staring down from your wall, you were probably belting out “You’re the One That I Want” in secret.
3. Shaun Cassidy: The Original Teen Idol
Who could forget the silky, strawberry-blonde locks of Shaun Cassidy? Whether you loved him from The Hardy Boys or were hooked on his sugary pop hits, he was every girl’s dream boyfriend. With his trademark tight jeans and sparkly smile, he was plastered all over bedroom walls, staring into the eyes of love-struck fans while their cassette tapes played “Da Doo Ron Ron.”
4. Bruce Lee: The Martial Arts Legend
Bruce Lee was more than just a movie star; he was a symbol of strength, agility, and discipline. His posters hung proudly in bedrooms where kids would attempt their own roundhouse kicks after watching Enter the Dragon for the hundredth time. In a sea of heartthrobs, Bruce brought a different energy to those walls—one that screamed confidence and unstoppable power.
5. David Cassidy: The Partridge Family Dreamboat
In a decade filled with boyish charmers, David Cassidy stood out with his feathered hair and sweet, sensitive look. As Keith Partridge, he was the ultimate crooner, and his face was a constant presence on teen magazine covers and, naturally, bedroom walls. With a guitar slung over his shoulder, David had a way of making every fan feel like he was singing just to them.
6. Linda Ronstadt: The Queen of Rock
Linda Ronstadt was a powerhouse. She wasn’t just another pretty face on a poster—she was the voice of the 70s rock scene. With her denim cut-offs, bare feet, and natural beauty, her posters captured a blend of toughness and softness that made her a role model for girls and a heartthrob for boys. Ronstadt was the girl next door with the pipes of a superstar.
7. The Fonz: The Coolest Guy on TV
“Ayyyy!” If you didn’t have a Happy Days poster with Fonzie giving his famous thumbs-up, were you even living in the 70s? Henry Winkler’s character embodied the rebellious cool every kid wanted to emulate. And while you might not have had a leather jacket and a motorcycle, you definitely felt cooler just having The Fonz on your wall.
8. Mark Hamill: The Galaxy’s Favorite Farm Boy
Star Wars took the world by storm in 1977, and Luke Skywalker—and by extension, Mark Hamill—was instantly the poster boy for dreamers. His wholesome, wide-eyed determination made him the hero every kid wanted to be. Whether you were swooning over his blue eyes or pretending to wield a lightsaber in your room, his poster was a must-have for any Star Wars fan.
9. The Bee Gees: Kings of Disco
You could practically hear the beat of Stayin’ Alive when you walked into a room that had a Bee Gees poster hanging up. Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb in their perfectly coifed hair and white suits epitomized 70s disco. The Bee Gees didn’t just own the dance floor—they owned the walls of teenage fans who wanted to be part of the fevered, glittering nightlife.
10. Cher: The Goddess of Pop
No one could work a beaded gown and feathered headpiece quite like Cher. Her Sonny & Cher TV appearances and her unique voice turned her into a legend, but it was her unapologetic style and larger-than-life persona that made her a poster queen. Having Cher on your wall meant you were in tune with the cutting edge of fashion and music.
11. Steve McQueen: The Ultimate Cool
Steve McQueen wasn’t just an actor—he was a walking, talking symbol of rebellion and rugged independence. Whether it was in Bullitt or The Great Escape, McQueen’s blue eyes and “don’t care” attitude made him a must-have poster for any boy dreaming of fast cars and freedom. He was the king of cool, and his presence on your wall meant you were ready for action.
12. Donny Osmond: The Sweetheart in Purple
Donny Osmond, with his toothy grin and perfectly manicured hair, was every mom’s favorite teen idol. But let’s face it—those purple socks and his bubblegum pop tunes were kind of irresistible. Posters of Donny, with his wholesome, clean-cut image, were often part of sibling rivalries—his pictures on one side of the room, Shaun Cassidy’s on the other.
13. Lynda Carter: Wonder Woman in Every Way
Lynda Carter was Wonder Woman, and she made sure everyone knew it with her beauty, strength, and elegance. With her tiara and golden lasso, she was a beacon of female empowerment. Her poster didn’t just capture her grace but also a sense of hope that any girl could be strong and powerful—and look fabulous while doing it.
14. Paul Michael Glaser & David Soul: Starsky & Hutch
These two detectives were the ultimate duo, and if you couldn’t choose between Starsky’s rugged, curly-haired appeal or Hutch’s blonde, laid-back vibe, you didn’t have to. Most of the posters featured both in their leather jackets, ready to take on whatever 70s crime was thrown their way. It was like having a crime-fighting team hanging out in your bedroom.
15. Burt Reynolds: The Mustache That Stole the Show
Burt Reynolds’ iconic centerfold in Cosmopolitan might have made headlines, but his charm had already won over the hearts of moviegoers everywhere. Whether it was his cowboy hat from Smokey and the Bandit or his laid-back grin that was never far away, Reynolds embodied a sense of adventure that made his posters a staple in any 70s bedroom. That mustache, though—it was practically a supporting actor.
The magic of 70s posters is in the way they captured our imaginations and froze a moment in time. Back then, bedrooms were a canvas for our personalities, and who you had on your walls said a lot about who you were or who you wanted to be. Unlike today’s fast-paced digital world where images are swiped away, those posters stuck around, slowly curling at the edges but still proudly holding their place in our hearts. When you look back at them now, they’re more than just faded paper—they’re windows into who we were and the stars who lit up our world.
