Jaclyn Smith
Jaclyn Smith is an American actress best known for playing Kelly Garrett on the television series Charlie's Angels (1976–1981).
Jaclyn Smith is an American actress best known for playing Kelly Garrett on the television series Charlie's Angels (1976–1981). She later appeared in television films and miniseries and has also worked as a designer and businesswoman. Smith was the only original female lead to remain with Charlie's Angels for its full run.
Early life and education
Jaclyn Smith was born Jacquelyn Ellen Smith in Houston, Texas. Sources indicate that she attended school in Texas before entering modeling and acting.
Breakthrough with Charlie's Angels
Smith's breakthrough came with Charlie's Angels, where she portrayed Kelly Garrett from 1976 to 1981. She was the only original female lead to remain with the show throughout its full run.
Television films and later work
After Charlie's Angels, Smith became closely associated with television films and miniseries. Notable projects mentioned in sources include Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Rage of Angels, and The Bourne Identity.
Other business activities
Beyond acting, Smith has been identified as a designer and businesswoman. This part of her career is noted in biographical sources but is less detailed in the provided results.
Key facts
- Smith became widely known for Charlie's Angels, where she played Kelly Garrett.
- She was the only original female lead to stay with the series for its entire five-season run.
- She reprised Kelly Garrett in cameo appearances in the film Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003) and the 2019 film Charlie's Angels.
- She received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in the television film Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy (1981).
- After Charlie's Angels, she appeared in numerous television films and miniseries, including Rage of Angels and The Bourne Identity.
Frequently asked questions
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaclyn_SmithSupports: Birth date, birth name, Charlie's Angels role, film cameo appearances, and Golden Globe nomination.
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000646/bio/Supports: Birth name, birthplace, Charlie's Angels career details, and later television film work.
- Turner Classic Movies — https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/179776%7C0/Jaclyn-SmithSupports: Birth information and career overview centered on Charlie's Angels.
- Jaclyn Smith official website — https://www.jaclynsmith.com/aboutSupports: Biographical overview describing her as an award-winning actress, designer, and role model.