Rolling Stone is an American music, politics, and popular culture magazine founded in 1967. This copy is dated August 23, 1979, priced $1.00 / UK 60p, and comes from the late‑1970s era when the magazine regularly featured major figures from music, film, and politics on its covers.

The cover features Robin Williams, photographed shirtless and smiling, promoting his casting as Popeye in the upcoming Robert Altman film. This cover captures Williams at a key transitional moment, moving from television fame (Mork & Mindy) into major film roles, making it one of his most recognisable Rolling Stone appearances.

Additional cover features and headlines include:

Robin Williams – Mork stars as Popeye: What a concept!

Ralph Nader – Harsh words for Jimmy Carter, Jerry Brown and the energy hoax

Troubadour – Memories of L.A.’s rock scene

The Cars – New album stalls

Death of a Godfather – Anatomy of a gangland murder

The layout reflects classic late‑1970s Rolling Stone design, with a framed border, bold masthead, and a mix of music, film, politics, and investigative journalism.

Condition:

Cover present with visible edge wear, creasing, handling marks, and paper toning consistent with age. Spine stress visible. Bagged for protection with a later price sticker present.

Format: Standard magazine

Publication: Rolling Stone

Issue Date: August 23, 1979

Country: United States / United Kingdom distribution