Jaclyn Smith

Jaclyn Smith is an American actress and entrepreneur whose career in television, film, and fashion has spanned more than five decades. While in New York, Smith began her career as the Breck Girl, which led to partnerships with brands such as Wella Balsam and Max Factor. Hollywood soon followed, with Smith appearing in television series including "McCloud," "The Rookies," and "Switch."

Smith is best known for her role as Kelly Garrett in the television series "Charlie's Angels," where she was the only original female lead to remain with the series throughout its entire run. The show brought widespread recognition to Smith and her co-stars, including a feature on the cover of Time magazine. Smith is also the only cast member from the original television series to appear in the movie adaptations, including an uncredited cameo in "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle" and a cameo in "Charlie's Angels."

After "Charlie's Angels," Smith starred in the title role of the television movie "Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy," earning a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress. She appeared in several acclaimed mini-series, including "Rage of Angels," "George Washington," "Rage of Angels: The Story Continues," "The Bourne Identity," and "Family Album." Smith's filmography includes more than 50 film and television appearances, and she has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her appearance on the Emmy telecast led to her role as the celebrity host of Bravo's reality series "Shear Genius."

Smith entered the business world with the launch of her women's apparel collection for Kmart, pioneering the concept of celebrities developing their own brands. Her fashion line has reached millions of women, with high brand recognition among women aged 35 to 60. Smith's collection was sold at Kmart for 36 years before she relaunched her brand in collaboration with Nordstrom Rack and HSN, continuing her presence in the fashion industry.

Smith remains active in Hollywood, attending events such as the Paley Honors Spring Gala at The Plaza Hotel alongside fellow "Charlie's Angels" co-star Kate Jackson. She is also committed to philanthropy, serving as honorary chair of AbilityFirst's Stroll & Roll event, supporting the Farrah Fawcett Foundation, and advocating for breast cancer awareness and early detection screenings. Smith's career bridges acting, entrepreneurship, and advocacy, making her a prominent figure in entertainment and fashion.