Iconic Photos of Celebrities Partying in the 1970s

John Lennon, all smiles in denim overalls and a black jacket, chats easily with someone off-frame at a 1971 party in London. Beside him, Yoko Ono stands quietly, hands tucked in the pockets of her sleek velvet coat, calm and observant.

There’s a softness to the moment—Lennon’s laid-back charm meeting Ono’s quiet poise. It doesn’t feel like a glitzy event, more like a gathering of thoughtful creatives, wrapped in layers and easy conversation. This was a couple constantly under the microscope, yet here they seem at ease, just part of the crowd.