Did you ever get in to Studio 54? Probably not. Why? Because you probably aren’t Mick Jagger, Andy Warhol or Cher. But also because the iconic club was only open for 3 years. However short its existence, Studio 54 was a cultural phenomenon. Since today marks the 40th anniversary of the grand opening we decided to scour the Internet for the best photos that perfectly sum up just how wild and crazy a place it was. Buckle up!

And here’s a list of just some of the celebrities who attended the Studio 54 opening on April 26, 1977:

  • Cher
  • Dolly Parton
  • Donald Trump (!!)
  • and an 11-year-old Brooke Shields (chaperoned by Robin Leach of “Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous”)

Both Warren Beatty and Frank Sinatra waited outside but went home before they could get into the club!

Still can’t get enough of the disco era? Check out this awesome Studio 54 megamix!

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