Original Rolling Stone magazine dated August 10th 1978, featuring John Belushi on the front cover. This issue captures Belushi at the height of his cultural impact, transitioning from cult television fame to full mainstream stardom.

The lead feature John Belushi From Samurai Night Live to Matinee Idol by Charles M Young charts his rise through Saturday Night Live, his explosive comedic persona, and his growing influence across film, music, and popular culture during the late 1970s.

Also included is a major feature on Boston, The Band From the Platinum Basement by Cameron Crowe, offering insight into one of the most commercially successful rock acts of the decade. The issue also covers Rolling Stones Back From Exile, documenting their return to prominence and continued dominance of the global rock scene.

This edition reflects Rolling Stone’s late seventies editorial strength, combining comedy, rock journalism, and cultural commentary in a single highly collectible issue. The John Belushi cover makes this a particularly desirable copy for collectors of comedy history, Saturday Night Live memorabilia, and classic Rolling Stone covers.

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