Before Wonder Woman ever twirled into action in the big city, she was the jewel of Paradise Island, and no one made that magical homeland sparkle quite like Lynda Carter.

Surrounded by Amazons in flowing gowns and sun soaked beaches that looked like a dream vacation spot, Carter glided through the island with regal grace and a twinkle in her eye that said she was destined for something bigger.

Paradise Island was meant to be a mythical utopia, but thanks to Carter it felt like the most glamorous getaway on television.

Rewatching those scenes now is pure nostalgic joy. With Carter’s radiant smile and effortless poise, even a simple walk across the island became iconic. The bright costumes, the colorful mythology, the campy elegance of it all, it was television magic wrapped in satin and sunshine.