Who was the highest paid Prime time Actor of 1970s and 1980s?

It's difficult to definitively say who was the highest paid primetime actor of the 1970s and 1980s, as salary information was not always publicly available and varied depending on contracts and syndication deals. However, some of the highest-earning actors during those decades include:

1970s:

* Telly Savalas (Kojak): Known for his iconic role in "Kojak," Savalas was one of the highest-paid television actors of the 1970s.

* Robert Wagner (Hart to Hart): Wagner, a popular actor throughout his career, commanded high salaries for his role in "Hart to Hart."

* Farrah Fawcett (Charlie's Angels): As one of the three "Charlie's Angels," Fawcett was a major television star and her salary reflected her popularity.

* David Hasselhoff (Knight Rider): While his fame peaked in the 1980s, Hasselhoff was already making a significant income in the 1970s.

1980s:

* Tom Selleck (Magnum, P.I.): Selleck's iconic mustache and role in "Magnum, P.I." made him a television icon and a top earner.

* Michael Landon (Little House on the Prairie): Landon was a successful actor, director, and producer who earned a significant income from his work on "Little House on the Prairie."

* Bill Cosby (The Cosby Show): Cosby's "The Cosby Show" was one of the most popular television shows of the 1980s, making him one of the highest-paid actors.

* Ted Danson (Cheers): "Cheers" was a massive hit, and Danson's role as Sam Malone made him a highly compensated actor.

It's important to note that this list is not exhaustive and that salaries could vary significantly depending on the popularity of a show, the actor's negotiating power, and the length of their contract.