The 1970s were defined by disco, punk rock, and new Hollywood stars, many of whom are still in headlines today. But, these six actresses were the ones everyone crushed on.
From the stars of Charlie's Angels to an actress now married to John Corbett, keep reading to find out which six women from the 1970s were everyone's hall passes and what they look like today.
© Getty ImagesGoldie Hawn then and now, her trademark blonde waves and bright smile unchanged over the decades.
Goldie Hawn
Goldie Hawn rose to fame in the late '60s when she won an Academy Award for her role in Cactus Flower. During the seventies, she went from a film darling to the it girl. Goldie's signature blonde hair and infectious laugh were extremely crush worthy.
But, she only had eyes for one man. Goldie started dating fellow actor Kurt Russell in 1983 and the couple are still together 43 years later. At 80, Goldie is living an incredible life. She spends a lot of time with her famous family – children Kate, Oliver, and Wyatt – and recently published a best-selling children's book.
© Getty ImagesLynda Carter then and now: as Wonder Woman in the 1970s, and at a recent red carpet event.
Lynda Carter
Lynda Carter starred as Wonder Woman for four years during the 1970s, skyrocketing her to the top of many crush lists. That same decade, she was crowned Miss World USA. Lynda became a pop culture icon, with her face adorned on hundreds of bedroom walls and lockers during the '70s.
At 75, Lynda is still making headlines. She is a singer-songwriter, actress, and advocate. In October 2026, Lynda spoke to HELLO! at New York's Angel Ball, sharing her skincare secret. "My skincare honestly and truly it's soap and water," she revealed.
© Getty ImagesCheryl Ladd pictured in the late 1970s alongside a recent appearance, decades apart but with the same smile.
Cheryl Ladd
Cheryl Ladd is best known for portraying Kris Munroe in the 1970s series Charlie's Angels. The actress replaced Farrah Fawcett in the show's second season, and quickly became a fan favorite due to her girl-next-door attitude and gorgeous blonde hair.
Cheryl celebrated her 75th birthday in July 2026 and has remained a familiar presence on screen after handing in her Angel credentials. In April 2026, she revealed that she had been treated for an aggressive form of breast cancer and credited her husband Brian Russell, her doctors and her fellow Angels with supporting her. Now cancer-free, she reunited with Kate Jackson and Jaclyn Smith at PaleyFest, proving that the bond between television's most famous crime-fighting trio remains strong.
© Getty ImagesJaclyn Smith then and now, from her Charlie's Angels days to a recent red carpet appearance.
Jaclyn Smith
Speaking of Charlie's Angels, Jaclyn Smith was one of the biggest celebrity crushes in Hollywood during the 1970s. The actress starred as Kelly Garrett in the crime drama show and her classic beauty, plus dozens of commercial campaigns, landed her on many crush lists.
Jaclyn turned 81 on October 26 and still maintains a youthful appearance. She shared her secrets with People, revealing: "[I prioritize] clean living, eating properly, getting the proper amount of sleep and a lot of vitamins."
© Getty ImagesSusan Dey, then and now: a youthful black-and-white portrait beside a recent photograph at a public event.
Susan Dey
Susan Dey became a household name in the '70s after starring as Laurie Partridge in The Partridge Family. She was 18 when the musical sitcom premiered, and her sweet teenage character appeared on dozens of posters and teen magazines at the time.
The actress experienced the dark side of Hollywood, when she developed an eating disorder during The Partridge Family's run. Susan's now 73 and lives a quiet life after choosing to leave Hollywood altogether in 2004, with an appearance in two episodes of Third Watch marking her final acting credit.
© Getty ImagesBo Derek, then and now, from her famous cornrows look to a recent red carpet appearance.
Bo Derek
Bo Derek became an overnight sensation in 1979 after starring in 10. The romantic comedy featured a scene of the actress running down a beach in slow motion, wearing cornrows and a flesh-toned swimsuit, and became a core memory for many that year.
Five decades later, Bo, 69, is married to fellow actor John Corbett. The couple tied the knot in 2020 after first meeting in 2002 on a blind date. Despite being a '70s it girl, Bo now prefers a quieter life on her Santa Barbara ranch which she shares with John and their multitude of animals.
