The brightest stars of the ’80s: Would you recognize them today?

Elizabeth McGovern, Lady Cora Crawley Countess Grantham

Elizabeth McGovern, the Downton Abbey star of Downton Abbey began her career as an actress in 1979. Her role as Lady Cora Crawley has had a major influence on her acting career. She was able later to secure roles in TV and films like Once Upon a Time in America The Wings of the DoveThe Handmaid’s Tale. She decided to not hire a lawyer for a prenup before marrying Simon Curtis. They have been married since 1992.

Eddie Murphy – Buchwald Lawsuit

Eddie Murphy has been rated as one of the best stand-up comedians to ever live. Eddie Murphy is known for his iconic voices, including those of Donkey from the animated series Shrek or of Mulan’s dragon in Mulan. Art Buchwald sued Eddie for using their script ideas. Art Buchwald won a summary judgement after Eddie hired an attorney to defend him.