“Stevie Nicks Names the WORST Womanizers of the 70s: You Won’t Believe Who Made the List!”

Well, folks, hold onto your tambourines and lace shawls because the Queen of Rock herself, Stevie Nicks, has finally pulled back the velvet curtain and revealed the men who haunted her musical journey—and not in the way you’d expect. For years, the world has idolized the legendary Fleetwood Mac frontwoman as a symbol of grace, beauty, and raw, unapologetic talent. But at 77, Stevie Nicks is spilling the real tea about the seven notorious womanizers of the 70s, and let’s just say, the list is a shocker.

If you thought the rock ‘n’ roll era was all glitz, glamour, and carefree fun, think again. Behind the sweet melodies and timeless performances, there were egos as inflated as their fame—and boy, did those egos leave scars. Get ready for a ride through the wildest and most heartbreaking tales of love, lust, and betrayal in music history. Grab your mic, because this story is about to drop some major bombshells.

1. Lindsay Buckingham: The Romance That Turned Into a Royal War

If you’ve ever wondered why Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours feels like it has more emotional depth than the Game of Thrones finale, well, Stevie’s first entry on this list should give you all the answers. Lindsay Buckingham. Yes, her one-time lover, bandmate, and the man who provided the soundtrack to the most dramatic breakup in rock history.

What started as a passionate romance full of musical chemistry turned into pure chaos when their creative and personal relationship started imploding. Stevie recalls the magic and madness of her relationship with Lindsay, noting that his need for control and his egocentric tendencies gradually turned their shared space into a battlefield. “He was brilliant, but his cruelty was unmatched,” she said. Their love became a war zone that spilled over into every single song. The man who was her muse became her emotional prison, and in a dramatic twist, Stevie walked away from it all.

2. Don Henley: The Cool Perfectionist Who Couldn’t Handle the Heat

Next up, we’ve got Don Henley, the soft-spoken, cool-as-ice songwriter behind The Eagles. Henley had it all: the music, the fame, and the “poet” persona. But the truth? He was a manipulative perfectionist who couldn’t handle the heat from Stevie’s fiery soul. According to Stevie, Henley’s charm was all surface. Behind those dark eyes was a man who didn’t care to connect emotionally and was far too busy controlling everything in his path.

Their brief affair was nothing short of frustrating. Henley’s icy demeanor left Stevie disillusioned, and despite their chemistry, it felt like she was always trying to catch up with his cold, calculated behavior. Eventually, she walked away—and let’s just say, the “heartbreak hotel” Henley built wasn’t worth the stay.

3. Joe Walsh: The Chaotic Love Affair That Burned Fast and Furious

Then there’s Joe Walsh, the wild and free spirit of the 70s, known for living life like it was a never-ending road trip. To Stevie, he was everything she didn’t expect but needed. Wild, spontaneous, and full of energy, Joe was a breath of fresh air—until he wasn’t. Their passionate romance felt like a rollercoaster that went off the rails.

Stevie calls him the “love of her life,” but their time together was short-lived and filled with excess, addiction, and emotional crashes. “We were chaotic, funny, and tender,” she admitted. But the whirlwind romance was always destined to end in ashes. Despite the fun, Stevie realized that loving Joe meant dancing on the edge of self-destruction, and when it was over, a piece of her heart stayed behind with him.

4. Mick Fleetwood: The Secret Affair That Tore the Band Apart

Plot twist! The next womanizer on Stevie’s list is none other than Mick Fleetwood, the man who was both her bandmate and her secret lover. Their romance during the making of Rumours was nothing short of a soap opera. With both of them reeling from their own personal heartbreaks, their affair began in a haze of comfort and temporary solace. But the real drama? The band’s chemistry started to unravel as the two tried (and failed) to keep their relationship hidden.

“Every stolen glance, every note sung too close, added fuel to the fire,” Stevie reflects. When the truth came out, the fallout was catastrophic. The tension between Mick and Stevie escalated, and their affair left scars that no one in Fleetwood Mac could ignore. Talk about mixing business and pleasure—this was a royal mess!

5. David Crosby: The Troubled Poet Who Was Too Much to Handle

The next name on this list is the “philosopher of rock”—David Crosby. A poet with a mind sharp enough to cut through steel, Crosby charmed Stevie in the late 70s, and for a while, it seemed like a match made in musical heaven. But beneath that poetic exterior? Chaos. Crosby’s struggles with addiction and his volatile lifestyle quickly became too much for Stevie, who began to see how his self-destructive nature seeped into every corner of his existence.

Their relationship was short-lived, but the damage was done. From endless parties to wild mood swings, Crosby’s charm quickly turned into an emotional rollercoaster that Stevie wasn’t prepared to ride. “He was living between reality and dream,” she said. Unfortunately, the dream turned into a nightmare for Stevie.

6. Eric Clapton: The Troubled Soul Behind the Blues

Next, we have Eric Clapton, the guitar god who could make a six-string sing but couldn’t fix his own broken heart. Clapton’s fame was built on the blues, but in real life, he was a man haunted by his own demons—something Stevie realized quickly when they spent time together. Their brief connection was charged with intensity, but Clapton’s struggles with addiction and the aftermath of his infamous love triangle made him emotionally unavailable.

The chemistry between them was undeniable, but the emotional baggage was too much to overcome. Stevie describes Clapton’s sadness as a reflection of her own—a kindred spirit, but one who couldn’t heal his wounds. The relationship ended quietly, but the scars of Clapton’s emotional battles remained with Stevie long after.

7. Bob Welch: The Quiet Tragedy Behind Fleetwood Mac’s Success

And lastly, Bob Welch, the quiet genius who helped shape Fleetwood Mac’s sound before they became superstars. But as the group moved toward mainstream success, Welch’s brilliance was overshadowed by louder personalities and egos. To Stevie, Welch’s departure was a heartbreak that marked the end of an era for the band. The chemistry they once shared gave way to tensions that left Welch feeling pushed out. His quiet decline, fueled by depression and obscurity, was a reminder of the price of fame—something Stevie never forgot.

The Bottom Line: Rock Stars and Heartbreaks

Stevie Nicks’s reflections on the seven worst womanizers of the 70s reveal a side of the rock-and-roll world that fans rarely get to see. These weren’t just famous names—they were people who used their charisma to manipulate, control, and hurt those around them. From Mick Fleetwood’s secret affair to David Crosby’s self-destructive chaos, Nicks’s experiences serve as a cautionary tale for anyone who thinks the glitz and glam of the music world is all fun and games.

Stevie, as always, proves that while the music may be magical, the people behind the music are far more complicated. And in case you needed a reminder, the 70s were about more than just sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll—they were about surviving the chaos and coming out with your heart intact.

So, next time you hear one of these classic rock songs, remember: there’s more to the story than just the tunes. As Stevie shows, love and heartbreak are always a hit—but sometimes, they come with a price.