Def Leppard Jumps on '80s Throwback Trend

Rock band puts a spin on the viral 'what were you like in the '90s' challenge.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 11:30pm

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Def Leppard has joined the viral 'what were you like in the '90s' trend, but with a twist - the band is throwing it back to the 1980s instead. The band posted a video that starts with current clips of the members, followed by throwback photos from the '80s set to their hit song 'Photograph' from 1983.

Why it matters

Def Leppard is one of the most iconic rock bands of the 1980s, known for their hard-hitting sound and classic hits. By participating in this viral trend, the band is engaging with their fans and capitalizing on the current social media craze, while also highlighting their musical legacy from the '80s.

The details

The viral trend has celebrities and social media users posting a current video of themselves, followed by photos and videos from the '90s, often set to the Goo Goo Dolls' song 'Iris.' However, Def Leppard put a spin on the trend by throwing it back to the 1980s instead. The band's video starts with current clips of members Joe Elliott, Phil Collen, Rick Savage, and Rick Allen, followed by several throwback photos of the band in the '80s, with the clip soundtracked to their 1983 hit 'Photograph.'

  • Def Leppard recently wrapped a Las Vegas residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
  • The band is set to launch a tour of India on Wednesday, with a European tour to follow.

The players

Def Leppard

An iconic British rock band known for their hard-hitting sound and classic hits from the 1980s.

Joe Elliott

The lead singer of Def Leppard.

Phil Collen

The lead guitarist of Def Leppard.

Rick Savage

The bassist of Def Leppard.

Rick Allen

The drummer of Def Leppard.

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What they’re saying

“All I've got is a photograph #defleppard #80s.”

— Def Leppard

What’s next

Def Leppard is set to launch a tour of India on Wednesday, with a European tour to follow.

The takeaway

Def Leppard's participation in the viral '80s throwback trend showcases the band's enduring popularity and ability to connect with their fans through social media, while also highlighting their iconic musical legacy from the 1980s.