Guests Bring the Party Spirit

In a photo capturing the essence of Studio 54’s heyday, co-owner Steve Rubell is captured seated with Rod Stewart and his song’s muse, Maggie May. Steve and Rod believed that the key to a great party was its guests.

This philosophy saw Studio 54 host an array of big names, making it the epitome of the 70s and 80s party scene. The club thrived from 1977 until its final closing in 1986. It was a magnet for superstars like Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol, Cher, and Liza Minnelli, who reveled in its unparalleled atmosphere. This photo symbolizes the club’s legacy as a place where the an era-defining experience was built.