Rare Photos of Andy Warhol Partying With Famous Friends

Andy Warhol's allure and mystery drew attention from just about everyone from the '60s to the '80s—both peers and fans alike. The artist was notoriously private, but even still, he was a staple in New York City nightlife, and was frequently spotted out and about with A-listers, like Bianca Jagger, Liza Minnelli, and Elizabeth Taylor. From Studio 54 to the roller rink, check out these rare photos of the pop artist partying with the who's who of his generation.

The artist (second from the right, wearing dark sunglasses) looks on as partygoers do "The Twist" on the dance floor. He was at the opening of the Pop Art Exhibition at the Washington Gallery of Modern Art.

Andy Warhol and his most memorable muse, Edie Sedgwick, pose on a staircase in an undated photo.

The duo step out in style, this time at the Mod Ball in the Rainbow Room of Rockefeller Center.

Warhol attends a party in New York City for the popular band The Yardbirds. The event celebrated guitarist Jimmy Page (who later joined Led Zeppelin) joining the group. Warhol's seen here with singer Keith Relf (left) and Page (right).

The leading figure in pop art took on the role of babysitter at Long Island's Action House disco. Here, he holds the son of German singer and model Nico, while she performs at one of the venue's famous "Freakout" parties. Warhol was the manager of her band The Velvet Underground at the time.

Later, at the same party, Warhol has an intimate conversation with a go-go dancer.

Another one of Warhol's leading ladies, Susan Bottomly, gives the camera a coy look while out with the artist at a concert.

Once again with Bottomly (right), Warhol attends the premiere of Blow-Up, alongside singer Nico and actress Mary Woronov.

Warhol, known for wearing sunglasses inside, gets champagne with poet Gerard Malanga (left) and musician John Cale (right). The trio was at The Automat, following the premiere of Our Man Flint.

Edie Sedgwick sips on a beverage at The Factory—a.k.a. Warhol's New York City studio.

Little is known about Ingrid Superstar (far left), one of Warhol's most mysterious muses. Here, they pose with guests at The Night of the Generals premiere at Loew's Capitol Theater.

Actress Leigh Taylor-Young shows some skin, while Warhol draws a flower on her leg during a party at the restaurant L'Etoile.

Warhol meets up with poet/filmmaker/actor Gerard Malanga and singer Lou Reed at Salvation, a West Village disco.

Elizabeth Taylor clutches her purse, while greeting Warhol at an event in NYC.

Liza Minnelli, Warhol, Bianca Jagger, and fashion designer Halston were often inseparable. They're seen here on a night out at an event in New York City.

The artist shares a treat with model Jane Forth at the premiere of the movie Trash in Munich, Germany.

Actress Veronica Lake and model Candy Darling cozy up with Warhol on a couch, at a party thrown by photographer Jack Mitchell.

Warhol seems confused by actress Sylvia Miles's intimate interaction with him, as he arrives to the Fiddler on the Roof premiere at the Rivoli Theater, along with Candy Darling.

Geri Miller, another one of Warhol's stars, goofs off for the camera at an NYC premiere party.

Warhol arrives at the Trans-Lux East Theater for the premiere of his movie, Flesh for Frankenstein. He's joined by fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg and actress Monique Van Vooren.

In the righthand corner, you can spot Warhol having fun at politician Bella Abzug's birthday party at La Privé in New York City. Yes, that is Elizabeth Taylor in the forefront.

Warhol chats with West Side Story star Rita Moreno and politician Bella Abzug. They were at the premiere dinner for The Ritz at the Four Seasons Restaurant.

A young Dolly Parton chats with Warhol at the Windows on the World restaurant in the Big Apple. She was throwing an afterparty to celebrate her performance at The Bottom Line.

Warhol is seen deep in conversation with Mick Jagger at a party in New York City. He famously designed the cover for The Rolling Stones's 1971 album, Sticky Fingers.

Even at 50, Warhol kept up with the nightlife scene. He's pictured here at the famous Studio 54 with Liza Minnelli and Bianca Jagger.

Bette Midler shares a meal with the artist following one of her shows at the Palace Theatre.

Elton John and Jerry Hall are all smiles, as they chat with Warhol at a birthday party for model Grace Jones.

Designer Halston, director Jack Jr. Haley, actress Liza Minnelli, Warhol, and actress Bianca Jagger party at Studio 54 on New Year's Eve.

Warhol returns to Studio 54—this time with actress Lorna Luft and singer Debbie Harry. They were attending a party for Interview, the magazine Warhol founded in 1969.

Later that night, Warhol makes the rounds with Jerry Hall, Debbie Harry, Truman Capote, and Paloma Picasso.

Warhol skates around the Roxy Roller Disco in New York during a party for the U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team.

Joined by Italian journalist Daniela Morera and actress Raquel Welch, Warhol arrives at the 1980 Met Gala.

At Bette Davis's birthday party, he's spotted enjoying dinner with Bianca Jagger at Tavern on the Green.

Even while out on the town, Warhol finds time to take pictures. Here, he photographs actress Margaret Trudeau at Studio 54.

The artist, along with Calvin Klein, Brooke Shields, and Studio 54 co-owner Steve Rubell, hangs out at Studio 54.

Warhol dances with actress Lily Tomlin at a party celebrating a new magazine called The Movies at Kaufman Astoria Studios in Queens, New York.

Warhol is surrounded by a group of socialites—Camille Johnson, actress Cookie Muelle, and fashion designer Dianne Brill—at the legendary Danceteria nightclub in New York. They were out celebrating Brill's birthday.

Rocking neon yellow glasses, Warhol parties with Boy George, socialite Cornelia Guest, and singer Marilyn at a Hall & Oates concert afterparty.

With Cornelia Guest and Brooke Shields, the artist attends the launch party for Pierre Cardin's perfume, Maxim's, at Macy's New York flagship location.

Cornelia Guest and Warhol look as cool as can be in coordinating looks at a fashion show with top photographer Francesco Scavullo.

Warhol celebrated his 58th birthday at Mr. Chow Restaurant, snapping pictures on his camera from the table. Seated beside him is close friend and Duran Duran star Nick Rhodes.

At the same party, Nick Rhodes and a guest raise a glass in celebration of Warhol.

A young Sean Lennon, with mom Yoko Ono watching on, uses Warhol's camera to snap a picture at a fundraising event for AIDS.

At the same event, Warhol poses for a photo with model Grace Jones and artist Keith Haring.

Here, Warhol gets caught in the middle of a staring contest between Keith Haring and fellow artist Kenny Scharf at a birthday party for stylist Elizabeth Saltzman. They were at the A-list favorite restaurant, Il Cantinori.