The 1970s produced plenty of actors who left a mark that lasts to this day. From iconic film roles to unforgettable TV appearances, these stars ushered forward the decade’s style, drama, and humor. Parents remember their faces, their voices, and the way the characters made them feel. Some became leading men and women in Hollywood, while others turned supporting roles into the most quotable moments in cinema history. Here’s a look at 15 ’70s actors your parents are still talking about to this day.
Al Pacino
Star of The Godfather (1972) and Serpico (1973), Pacino’s intense performances made him one of the decade’s most unforgettable leading men.
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Diane Keaton
Known for her quirky charm in Annie Hall (1977), Keaton brought a unique style and humor to ’70s cinema.
John Travolta
Travolta became a household name with Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease (1978), defining disco-era cool.
Faye Dunaway
Dunaway delivered powerful performances in Chinatown (1974) and Network (1976), earning critical acclaim and iconic status.
Robert De Niro
De Niro’s The Godfather: Part II (1974) and Taxi Driver (1976) showcased his intensity and method acting mastery.
Jane Fonda
Fonda starred in Klute (1971) and Coming Home (1978), blending social awareness with award-winning performances.
Harrison Ford
Before Indiana Jones and Star Wars fame, Ford appeared in The Conversation (1974) and Star Wars (1977), cementing his status.
Sally Field
Field charmed audiences in Smokey and the Bandit (1977) and won awards for dramatic roles, becoming a ’70s icon.
Robert Redford
Star of The Sting (1973) and All the President’s Men (1976), Redford combined charm and talent to define the decade’s leading men.
Goldie Hawn
Hawn’s comedic timing shone in Shampoo (1975) and Foul Play (1978), making her one of the decade’s most beloved actresses.
Clint Eastwood
Known for westerns and thrillers like Dirty Harry (1971), Eastwood embodied cool toughness and decade-defining grit.
Dustin Hoffman
From Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) to All the President’s Men (1976), Hoffman’s versatility made him unforgettable.
Cher
Iconic in both music and film, Cher starred in Moonstruck precursors and became a ’70s fashion and pop culture icon.
Jane Birkin
Known for Slogan (1969) and European films through the ’70s, Birkin brought French-British chic and charm to the decade’s screens.
Alain Delon
The French actor defined European cool with films like The Swimming Pool (1969) and ’70s thrillers, leaving a stylish legacy.
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