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9 retro magazine covers from 1976 to transport you back in time
In 1976, everyone was obsessed with John Travolta.
The summer of 1976 was huge, with both the Bicentennial and the Montreal Olympics making it an extra hot one.
But the fall of 1976 was equally exciting. Here's what the world was like four decades ago, through the lens of magazine covers. Do you remember any of these events or people? Take a look.
People
PeopleWhen people think of Cher in the 1970s, they think of Sonny Bono. But let's not forget the performer was married to Gregg Allman during the latter half of the decade, and gave birth to her second child, Elijah Blue. We must say, Gregg looks thrilled to be a new dad.
PeopleWho remembers Phyllis George? The former Miss America became a sportscaster in the 1970s, turning her fame into a formidable career.
Time
TIMEIf there are two things Americans love, it's football and politics. Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter entered the home stretch of their campaigns right around the time football season kicked off. Carter won the presidency, and the Oakland Raiders won the Super Bowl.
TIMEAfter more than 30 years in power, China's Mao Zedong died on September 9, 1976, leading everyone to wonder what would happen to the communist country in his wake.
TV Guide
TV GuideThe fall television season was right around the corner, and TV Guide was giving us a sneak peak.
TV GuideOne of the biggest shows to debut in 1976 was Charlie's Angels, which vaulted Farrah Fawcett to superstardom. Other shows to debut that year were Alice, The Muppet Show and The Bionic Woman.
Rolling Stone
Rolling StoneFun fact: In September 1976, Neil Diamond sang a duet with Henry Winkler of Happy Days at a concert in Los Angeles.
Tiger Beat
Tiger BeatIn the '70s, Tiger Beat couldn't get enough of the Osmonds, the Cassidy Brothers and John Travolta. This issue asks the important question: Will success change John Travolta? Spoiler alert: It did.
Ladies Home Journal
Ladies Home JournalBarbara Walters has interviewed everyone throughout her illustrious career, including herself! In this issue of Ladies Home Journal, Walters asked the tough questions, and answered them too. We wonder if she made herself cry...
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