Not to be outdone by Bianca Jagger, Liz Taylor also rang in her birthday at Studio 54. The gorgeous actress celebrated her 46th year of life at the nightclub, complete with a cake that boasted her own face. The star of the silver screen invited friends and family to her NYC celebration, where they all rang in the joy of a new year of life.
How could she celebrate anywhere else but at Studio 54? It was the place to be at the time. The list of famous Studio 54 regulars doesn’t stop there. In fact, almost every celebrity in New York City at the time found their way into the club at some point.
Studio 54 Is One of the Most Famous Nightclubs in History
While the 1970s were a time of dramatic cultural change, the decade also touted the benefits of individuality. The ‘70s arrived with a need to lean into the party lifestyle, and Studio 54 offered the perfect environment for people’s self-expression to run free.
Although Studio 54 was only open for three short years, the nightclub featured a guest list so exclusive that it went down in history as one of the most luxurious places to party. The biggest names in entertainment were installments at the club, though even a few of the most recognizable A-listers couldn’t get through the door.
Valentino Celebrated His Birthday In Studio 54’s Circus
Fashion designer Valentino joined the ranks of famous celebrities who celebrated another year of life at Studio 54. His partner, Giancarlo Giammetti, decided to host Valentino’s party at the nightclub just three days before it occurred.
Even in that short time, the club transformed into a circus with a circus ring and mermaids on trapezes. Valentino stepped in as the ringmaster and other guests wore clown costumes as they danced around the nightclub. While the party itself was amazing, the more incredible feat was putting together an entire indoor circus in such a short time.
How About Some Modern Technology?
Co-owner of Studio 54, Ian Schrager, believes that if the disco were to open nowadays, it would feature some high-tech gadgets. Despite the fact that it's been more than four decades, he believes the magic could be recreated and modernized. He said the place would feature sophisticated visual effects, LED lights, and even VR goggles.
The vibe would be the same as the excitement and thrill people got way back, only much more immersive. Schrager is confident that if Studio 54 were to open in modern times, people would still flock to experience the same excitement and thrill that they did in the '70s.
Sylvester Stallone Enjoyed a Visit to the Club
Soon after his iconic performance in 'Rocky', Sylvester Stallone capitalized on his fame by taking a quick jaunt over to Studio 54. He spent time with fellow actor John Travolta and his co-star in 'The Man Who Would Not Die', Joyce Ingalls. Surrounded by fellow successful people, Stallone relished the opportunity to take a night off and let loose at the famous nightclub. He was often joined by his wife, Sasha Czack.
The pair would dance all night long while they chatted with other big names in Hollywood. The presence of celebrities at Studio 54 was not limited to Hollywood A-listers. Even the legendary artist, Salvador Dali, could be found among the nightclub's guests. He was often seen wearing his famous waxed mustache and signature flamboyant outfits.