Nostalgic Journey Through ’80s Celebrities: Then And Now

By Edmund Blake

Mr. T

The larger-than-life professional wrestler and “fool pitier,” Mr. T, cemented his place in pop culture as the tough B. A. Baracus on “The A-Team” and the formidable Clubber Lang in “Rocky III,” where he famously squared off against Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboa.

In a poignant gesture of empathy, he decided to stop wearing his signature gold chains and accessories after Hurricane Katrina, believing it would be disrespectful to the survivors of the disaster. In 2017, he showcased his versatility by participating in the popular dance competition show “Dancing with the Stars,” where he finished in an impressive 10th place.