Charlie Holiday 2

Shelley in promo pics

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1981

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the Charlie by Revlon brand. In 1981, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie that was geared towards the holiday season. "Tis the season for celebrating and Charlie" said the ad as it promoted the various Charlie cosmetics, personal care, and perfume products that could be slipped into stockings or under a tree. It also promoted the "Charlie Color Adventures" gift set which contained 4 Charlie eye shadows, 2 blushers, 3 lipsticks, 2 nail enamels, mascara, and lip gloss. It was a special holiday gift set that could be purchased for $10.00 for any $7.50 Revlon purchase. And Shelley, of course, appeared in the newspaper ad looking Charlie fabulous and Charlie gorgeous as always.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1981

Apple Dessert for the Holidays

a pic and a caricature of Shelley,

1979 and 1981

Shelley became a Hollywood superstar in 1979 when she joined the cast of the hit series Charlie's Angels. She was already a Supermodel when she joined the cast; she was known worldwide as THE Charlie Girl from the Revlon Charlie commercials and print ads. But becoming a Charlie's Angel was different. Shelley suddenly found herself in unfamiliar territory - rock star territory. "The thing is I haven't even done anything yet. I've been recognized before and I've signed autographs before but I get a part and suddenly find myself in the fishbowl," said Shelley. Suddenly her beauty routine, her personal and academic background, her lifestyle, and even her boyfriends were of interest to the public. Even her culinary endeavors were of interest.

Shelley's dessert recipe

(as well as her follow Angels

Farrah Fawcett's and Cheryl Ladd's recipes)

were featured in Celebrity Cookbook, 1981

A couple of Shelley's recipes was featured in Johna Blinn's column in 1979. A former food editor for Look magazine, Johna Blinn wrote a syndicated column called "Celebrity Cookbook." The column combined an exclusive interview with a celebrity with one or more kitchen-tested recipes by that featured celebrity. Along with an exclusive interview with Shelley, the column featured Shelley's Apple Brown Betty recipe and her Green Apple Pie. "I have a farm in upstate New York, where I grow my own vegetables and fruits," Shelley told Blinn. "I'm writing a cookbook about making preservatives, jams, jellies and chutneys," she added. Various celebrities were featured in the column such as Lucille Ball, Liza Minelli, Alfred Hitchcock, Kirk Douglas, Andy Warhol, Truman Capote and even Shelley's fellow Angels Farrah Fawcett and Cheryl Ladd. In 1981, the interviews and recipes were compiled in a 500-page book called (what else?) Celebrity Cookbook, which featured Shelley's Apple Brown Betty.

Shelley's Apple Brown Betty recipe

Moroccan Chic 2

a pic of Shelley used in a spread

on Seventeen magazine,

August 1970

Shelley appeared on many issues of Seventeen magazine from 1964 to the 1970s. In 1970, she appeared in the magazine's August issue, in a spread called "Moroccan Bazaar," which featured fashions inspired by the splendors of Morocco, vivid put-togethers inspired by a desert sheik. Shelley wore an ebony turtle top with long sleeves over a printed skoncho in colors of earth and sand... both by Duo by Ardee. She finished her look with matching boots by Sbicca. She accessorized her look with a turban by Odyssey, a fancy belt by Excelsior, and bangles by Accessocraft. Shelley also wore a colorful long-sleeved tied-dyed shirt by Granny Takes a Knit over an opulent mosaic of a drawstring maxiskirt by Maharajah. Her pattern-on-pattern look was accessorized with a matching orange headdress cum scarf by Baar & Beards, a couple of matching necklaces of Carpi beads by Elegant, and complementing cords around her waist by Elegant as well. And Shelley looked like a chic desert princess.

a pic of Shelley used in a spread

on Seventeen magazine,

August 1970

Found Money TV Movie 15

Shelley in a screen capture

from the TV movie Found Money, 1983

Shelley appeared alongside comedy legends Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar in the 1983 TV movie Found Money. The movie was about computer expert Max Shepherd and security guard Sam Green, two former employees of First National Bank who have been let go with little to no benefits after decades of employment. Max uses his computer skills to create an account in the bank using the money from inactive accounts that are automatically transferred to the state when not claimed after five years. Using the name Seymour Good, head of The Invisible Friend Inc., he transfers the money to accounts of ordinary citizens who bring kindness to the world. After some convincing, Sam joins Max in his quest. As good Samaritans begin receiving the money, the story is picked up by the press and is covered by reporter Leslie Phillips (Shelley Hack) who becomes Max's love interest.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Shelley found both Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar "very generous to work with" but had to keep up with the their pace. "You had to work so fast, because everything was left loose," she told TV Guide. "I felt like I kind of jumped on a moving train," she added. As for Shelley's performance in Found Money, Television writer Fred Rothenberg said "Miss Hack's acting has improved since she played one of Charlie's Angels." Shelley said of the TV movie, "It's a whole type of distinctly American comedy, the closest to theater on film I'd ever gotten." Prior to Found Money, Shelley had starred in several stage plays in the early 1980s and had received excellent reviews for her performances. She was also cast in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she held her own in scenes opposite acting giant Robert De Niro; she got excellent reviews for her performance in the film as well. Shelley had come a very long way indeed.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Modest Price Gifts A

a pic of Shelley from a spread

on Lady's Circle mag,

January 1975

Shelley appeared on many magazines throughout her modeling career. In January of 1975, she appeared on the pages of Lady's Circle magazine. Lady's Circle was a popular American magazine for women in the 1960s and 1970s. It featured writeups about homemaking and crafts, food and nutrition, health and fitness, beauty and fashion advice, as well as writeups about the popular celebrities of the moment. Shelley appeared in the a spread called "Making Merry With Modest Price Gifts at Christmas." It featured the perfect presents for the holiday season that are easy on the budget (a month late though... maybe it was for the holiday season that year). Shelley modeled a pair of Aris driving gloves. The chevron-embellished driving gloves were deemed comfortable, had leather strips down the inner fingers and were made of a blend of nylon, Antron and Spandex. The one-size-fits-all gloves were also reasonably-priced. Shelley wore them with a classic long-sleeved shirt and looked as chic as ever.

Shelley in a spread

for Lady's Circle mag,

January 1975

Up For The Challenge

a promo pic of Shelley

from 1987

Supermodel and former Charlie's Angel Shelley Hack experienced a career upswing in the mid-1980s. On the big screen, she appeared in Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy (with Robert De Niro), in the horror/fantasy children's film Troll, and in Joseph Ruben's The Stepfather (with Terry O'Quinn). On the small screen, she was the lead in two TV series, Cutter to Houston and Jack and Mike. She was also seen in the TV movies Found Money (with Dick Van Dyke), Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer (with George Segal), Single Bars, Single Women (with Paul Michael Glaser), and Kicks (with Anthony Geary). For her efforts, she surprised many of her harshest critics, as well as fans who have followed her career throughout the years. There was a stigma associated with being a former Supermodel and Angel - instant fame was guaranteed, but critical acclaim went hardly noticed - and Shelley was not spared. But she was up for the challenge and was able to prove her worth as an actress.

a promo pic of Shelley

from 1987

Self-Confidence

Shelley, Olivia Newton-John and Cheryl Ladd

appeared on the cover of Super Teen mag,

March 1980

Quintessential Charlie Girl and Supermodel Shelley became Angel no. 5 in 1979 when she joined the cast of Charlie's Angels. Her character was Tiffany Welles, a classy Boston-bred policewoman who was the daughter of one of Charlie's oldest friends. The newest heavenly recruit came with the approval of not just executive producers Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg, but also of incumbent Angels Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd. The interest in Charlie's newest Angel was so intense, that so many articles about her, as well as news features, came out and appeared around the world. "I couldn’t believe it. What was I doing in the evening news?" Shelley exclaimed at the time.

Shelley appeared

on the cover and in a writeup

in Super Teen magazine,

March 1980

In March of 1980, Shelley appeared in the cover and in a writeup in Super Teen magazine. Super Teen magazine was one of the most popular magazines in the 1970s that catered to teenagers... the others being Teen Beat and Tiger Beat. Teen magazines were very popular during the 1960s up until the 1990s. The magazine usually featured teen idol/celebrity gossip, writeups on movies, music, dating and fashion. Posters of the current teen idols and celebrities were also a staple in these mags. Shelley (along with Olivia Newton-John and co-Angel Cheryl Ladd) was featured in a writeup called "Olivia, Cheryl & Shelley Teach You What They Know About Boys, Beauty & More!" It revealed the actresses' formula for success - hard work, dedication, and self-confidence. Although there were literally hundred of hopefuls for the role of Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels, Shelley still confidently auditioned and eventually won the role. Her self-confidence had also helped her override the nasty gossip and criticisms she undeservedly received after she won the role. The writeup said that a strong sense of self is most attractive and will help anyone win love and happiness.

Shelley in a promo pic

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics,1979

Charlie Holiday 1

Charlie (Shelley) and the Nutcracker,

Revlon Charlie's theme for the holidays

and for Macy's 55th Annual

Thanksgiving Day Parade, 1981

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the Charlie by Revlon brand. In 1981, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie that offered "Charlie's Nutcracker Collection of special holiday delights!" For that year, the theme of Revlon's float for the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was "Charlie And The Nutcracker." So gift sets for that holiday season were similarly themed. The Charlie gift sets had a Nutcracker theme on the packaging and were perfect gifts for that holiday season. They were priced from $6.75 to $50.00; and they contained various Charlie cosmetics, personal care, and perfume products. Also promoted in the ad was "Charlie's Color Adventures" which contained 4 Charlie eye shadows, 2 blushers, 3 lipsticks, 2 nail enamels, mascara, and lip gloss. It was a gift set that could be purchased for $9.00 when one buys $5.00 worth of Charlie fragrance. And Shelley, of course, appeared in the newspaper ad looking Charlie fabulous and Charlie gorgeous as always.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1981

Ready To Move On

Shelley with Mr. Lift

(from the William Morris Talent Agency)

at a party in New York, 1980

In February of 1980, it was reported that Valentine's Day cards were handed out to Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and David Doyle, inviting them to join the fifth season of Charlie's Angels. And it was also reported that Shelley didn't get one and that quickly spread. But the truth is Shelley wasn't fired. She signed a one-year contract with the show which had a three or five-year option. According to Glamour magazine in May of 1980, "Shelley isn't being fired", the producers of the show said, "Actually, Shelley must decide whether she wants to continue with the show." It was probably why she didn't get one? But then according that same Glamour article, Shelley said, "I'm not sure whether my option is being picked up for the next season." Well, as everyone knows, it wasn't. But then Shelley was okay with that, because, as she told TV Tales: Charlie's Angels in 2002, doing Angels for a year was already more than enough for her. She was ready to move on and take on the new opportunities before her... with the help of the William Morris Talent Agency (the agency that represented her).

a short writeup about Shelley

and her Angel status, 1980

Moroccan Chic 1

a pic of Shelley used in a spread

on Seventeen magazine,

August 1970

Shelley appeared on many issues of Seventeen magazine from 1964 to the 1970s. In 1970, she appeared in the magazine's August issue, in a spread called "Moroccan Bazaar," which featured fashions inspired by the splendors of Morocco, vivid put-togethers inspired by a desert sheik. Shelley wore the black and white cat's cradle vest (made of crisscrossed silk rope) by Naked Grape over an orange hooded long-sleeved T-shirt by Match II. With her hair tucked under the hood of her T, Shelley looked unique and downright chic. Shelley also wore a vest emblazoned with silky embroidery by Lady Barry over a shimmery shirt with a carved out collar and gathered long sleeves and matching pants, both by Modern Jrs. She finished her look with detailed scarves around her neck and waist and with Capri beads. With her hair tied back and with tendrils framing her face, Shelley looked like a chic desert doll.

a pic of Shelley used in a spread

on Seventeen magazine,

August 1970

Found Money TV Movie 14

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Shelley appeared alongside comedy legends Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar in the 1983 TV movie Found Money. The movie was about computer expert Max Shepherd and security guard Sam Green, two former employees of First National Bank who have been let go with little to no benefits after decades of employment. Max uses his computer skills to create an account in the bank using the money from inactive accounts that are automatically transferred to the state when not claimed after five years. Using the name Seymour Good, head of The Invisible Friend Inc., he transfers the money to accounts of ordinary citizens who bring kindness to the world. After some convincing, Sam joins Max in his quest. As good Samaritans begin receiving the money, the story is picked up by the press and is covered by reporter Leslie Phillips (Shelley Hack) who becomes Max's love interest.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Shelley found both Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar "very generous to work with" but had to keep up with the their pace. "You had to work so fast, because everything was left loose," she told TV Guide. "I felt like I kind of jumped on a moving train," she added. As for Shelley's performance in Found Money, Television writer Fred Rothenberg said "Miss Hack's acting has improved since she played one of Charlie's Angels." Shelley said of the TV movie, "It's a whole type of distinctly American comedy, the closest to theater on film I'd ever gotten." Prior to Found Money, Shelley had starred in several stage plays in the early 1980s and had received excellent reviews for her performances. She was also cast in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she held her own in scenes opposite acting giant Robert De Niro; she got excellent reviews for her performance in the film as well. Shelley had come a very long way indeed.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Needle-Work 1975

a closeup of Shelley wearing

the Autumn Motif poncho, 1971

Shelley appeared on many magazines throughout her modeling career. She appeared on the pages of Lynn Brooks Needle-Work fall 1975 issue. The magazine contained various patterns for garments and accessories that could be knit and crocheted by readers. Shelley appeared in the spread called "Light and Lovely for Fall" which featured various ponchos that were perfect for fall that season. Shelley wore the Autumn Motif poncho, a crocheted poncho in various shades of autumn colors. She wore it over a dark turtleneck top and dark trousers, which she tucked into matching boots. A dark cowboy hat finished her look. And Shelley looked chic and sensational. (note: The pic was previously used on the cover of a 1971 booklet. For more, check out: Autumn Motif)

Shelley in a spread

for Lynn Brooks Needle-Work,

fall 1975

L.A. Airport

a paparazzi pic of Shelley

at the L.A. Airport, 1979

Shelley's debut episode on Charlie's Angels, "Love Boat Angels," was partly filmed in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. By then, Shelley's Angels casting was widely known around the world and press coverage on the new Angel was at an all-time high. "Yesterday, I was a schnook, and today I can't get across the street" is how Shelley described her sudden rise to Hollywood superstardom. When they arrived at the Caribbean, she said in astonishment, "When I got off the plane, there were maybe eight million paparazzi. I looked around for Sophia Loren. It was for me. I couldn't believe it." The same was true when they returned from the Caribbean. The paparazzi was at the L.A. Airport, waiting for their arrival. But this time, Shelley was ready with her chic dark sunglasses.

a paparazzi pic of Shelley

at the L.A. Airport, 1979

Shooting Stars

Shelley with Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd

in a promo pic for Charlie's Angels, 1979

Shelley became Charlie's newest Angel in 1979, and she jumped from being Revlon Charlie's Supermodel to becoming TV's latest Superstar Angel, joining incumbent Angels Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd. "It has been quite a whirl," said Shelley. She was instantly propelled to international superstardom; and her face appeared on magazines, tabloids and newspapers all around the world. Télé-Junior, a youth-oriented magazine that was produced from 1977 to 1983 in France, featured all the Angels (Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, Shelley Hack, and Tanya Roberts) in their September 1981 issue. The issue featured a short history about the hit TV series and a catch up on what each Angel has been up to since. Anyway, the writeup translates as follows:

CHARLIE'S ANGELS

Shooting Stars

You'll find the famous Charlie's Angels team in comic-strip form, embarking in crazy adventures. As you might have noticed in the strip published in this issue, while Cheryl Ladd and Jaclyn Smith are still around, Shelley Hack has left the team. As you know, in the United States, Shelley has already been replaced by Tanya Roberts, who plays Julie in the series. So, we're publishing the adventures of this new trio as a preview, before they air it here on television.

Just as it is in fairy tales, the every Angels episode begins with the line "Once Upon a Time..." And once upon a time, indeed, there was a beautiful love story between TV viewers and a series that began airing in our country on January 8, 1978, on the second channel. Charlie's Angels, renamed Funny Ladies in France, made its debut on Jacques Martin's The Little Reporter and caused an avalanche of phone calls from the show's viewing audience.

So, who were these astonishing detectives in real life, whose beauties were only surpassed by their humor, their poise, and, of course, their efficiency?

Shelley with Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett,

Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, and Tanya Roberts

on the pages of Télé-Junior,

September 1981

IMMEDIATE FAVORITE

Of the three leads, it was Jill Monroe who immediately garnered the most fans. Indeed, the youngest of the three actresses, Farrah Fawcett-Majors was destined for fame. Legend has it that, faced with the enormous Hollywood machine, this Bogart in a skirt could very well hold her own against the Hollywood establishment.

The former superwoman of the small screen, fighting against the bullies, announced to any journalist who would listen that "money will never force her to do anything", a statement she immediately put in practice.

Even better, when her salary was increased from $5000 to $75,000 a week, she went as far as to sue her producers for damages. The tempestuous Farrah then divorced Lee Majors and relentlessly pursued just one goal: to make movies.

CURSED MOVIE CAREER

But in support of the series' producers, major American production companies refused to work with the flamboyant star. Numerous male stars, including Al Pacino, Harrison Ford, Roger Moore, and Dustin Hoffman, vehemently declined offers to act alongside Farrah.

Furthermore, despite the significant promotional campaigns for her films Sunburn and Saturn III, Farrah's feature films proved to be resounding failures.

She later returned to the series as a guest star, as stipulated in her settlement. This led to her reappearance in "Fallen Angel" with Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, and Shelley Hack. Six additional episodes were filmed, allowing her agents to sell 5 million T-shirts bearing her image.

As for her acting skills, a well-respected American newspaper provides a categorical response: "Farrah Fawcett should keep her mouth shut. She should take some acting lessons before aspiring to take on a role!" a columnist from The New York Times coldly stated.

FROM FARRAH TO CHERYL

Meanwhile, the series moved on, and Kris Monroe stepped in at the last minute to replace her sister Jill, they (questionably) swapped Farrah Fawcett's character with Cheryl Ladd's. It was reported that the first day of filming was a very trying time for new Angel Cheryl. She had a hard time being accepted as a full-fledged member of the trio. For her part, Jaclyn Smith is the only one to keep her role, that of Kelly Garrett, a sensitive and sweet orphan, more sentimental compared to her co-Angels.

a closeup of Shelley

from a Charlie's Angels promo pic,

1979

FROM KATE TO SHELLEY

Of the original trio, Kate Jackson, daughter of a real estate developer, played the role of intellectual Sabrina Duncan, a character that would later disappear entirely (replaced by Tiffany Welles, as portrayed by top model Shelley Hack). It was in August of 1978 that tensions quickly rose between Kate and Cheryl Ladd on set.

To make things worse, American critics harshly lambasted her replacement Shelley, publishing scathing articles describing her as "too thin, not pretty, and a bad actress." Within weeks, Shelley was sent packing and returning to her 250-acre family farm in upstate New York.

FROM SHELLEY TO TANYA

As Shelley writes her memoirs about her brief stint with Charlie's Angels, it appears that Tanya Roberts is the latest recruit in this constantly evolving team. But the end of their adventures is on the horizon, and it's rumored that the newest Angel will only have a short run.

But going forward, unemployment isn't a problem for any of them. Because as we go to press, we've learned that Farrah Fawcett will star in Murder in Texas, a TV movie where she will play the wife of a sadistic doctor. Jaclyn Smith will bring to life former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, in a TV movie entitled Self Portrait. And finally, Cheryl Ladd will portray the late Jean Seberg in another TV movie.

With Shelley Hack retired and Tanya Roberts seemingly brimming with new projects, all the actors who played gangsters, drug traffickers, and thugs of every stripe are going to be out of work with the disappearance of these tough detectives, who certainly gave them a hard time.

But American television is no stranger to sequels, so they will most certainly continue their adventures. It's up to you to choose which actress (from among the six lovely ladies who graced our TV screens) you'd like to see again.

Chic Skiwear

a closeup of Shelley

from a pic featured

in an ad for White Stag, 1971

Shelley appeared in many ads during her tenure as a Supermodel in the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in an ad for White Stag. White Stag was a popular brand of clothing that specialized in skiwear, sportswear, and activewear. "We Make Beautiful Clothes for Active People" was their tagline at the time. In the ad, Shelley wore a bright-colored winter ski jumpsuit with a contrasting collar and a contrasting zip front closure. Contrasting zippers were used for the pockets as well; and a matching belt was also included. Matching ski boots, ski goggles, and gloves finished her look. A scarf accessorized her look. And Shelley looked warm, chic and stylish in her chic skiwear.

Shelley in a pic featured

in an ad for White Stag, 1971

Steady Date

Shelley with John Leone

in a paparazzi pic taken

outside a Japanese resto,

January 1980

Shelley became a household name in 1979 when she joined the cast of Charlie's Angels. She went through all the things all the Angels before her went through, superstardom and constant media attention. She told People magazine in 1980, "I feel like I've been sunbathing on Three Mile Island." The very private star was under constant scrutiny by the press, viewers and critics alike. Her looks, her background, her lifestyle, and even her boyfriends were under scrutiny. In 1979, after getting the part of Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels, the tabloids reported that Shelley and her then boyfriend writer/director Nicholas Meyer called it quits. Then by 1980, Shelley was dating writer/director John Leone, Meyer's more outgoing friend. Shelley and John were spotted dining, dancing, and laughing together at fashionable clubs and restaurants around Los Angeles. In February of 1980, Shelley and John attended the event The Love Boat Honors Helen Hayes which was held at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

a tabloid writeup about Shelley

and writer/director John Leone, 1980

1983 Medical Show

Shelley in a promo pic

for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley starred in  the 1983 TV series Cutter to Houston. The title referred to the computer link (a groundbreaking innovation at the time) between a clinic in small town Cutter, Texas, and the Texas Medical Centre in Houston, Texas. Shelley played Dr. Beth Gilbert, an ambitious surgeon from San Francisco who wanted out of Cutter and had her eye on the big-city hospital in Houston. To prepare for her role, Shelley spent time with a woman surgeon, watched her perform operations and tried to find out as much as she could about being a doctor. And she found out that doctors need that protective wall between them and their patients to buffer the emotional impact that came with their profession. This Shelley told Leta Powell in an interview. "It is a medical show and it tries to deal with people's problems and people's fears, because we all have certain fears," said Shelley. "And we also try to have a light side to it too. I mean, we think we have some fun," Shelley added, "I mean the three of us (Shelley and her co-stars Jim Metzler and Alec Baldwin) certainly have a lot of fun doing it."

Shelley in a promo pic

for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Found Money TV Movie 13

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Shelley appeared alongside comedy legends Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar in the 1983 TV movie Found Money. The movie was about computer expert Max Shepherd and security guard Sam Green, two former employees of First National Bank who have been let go with little to no benefits after decades of employment. Max uses his computer skills to create an account in the bank using the money from inactive accounts that are automatically transferred to the state when not claimed after five years. Using the name Seymour Good, head of The Invisible Friend Inc., he transfers the money to accounts of ordinary citizens who bring kindness to the world. After some convincing, Sam joins Max in his quest. As good Samaritans begin receiving the money, the story is picked up by the press and is covered by reporter Leslie Phillips (Shelley Hack) who becomes Max's love interest.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Shelley found both Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar "very generous to work with" but had to keep up with the their pace. "You had to work so fast, because everything was left loose," she told TV Guide. "I felt like I kind of jumped on a moving train," she added. As for Shelley's performance in Found Money, Television writer Fred Rothenberg said "Miss Hack's acting has improved since she played one of Charlie's Angels." Shelley said of the TV movie, "It's a whole type of distinctly American comedy, the closest to theater on film I'd ever gotten." Prior to Found Money, Shelley had starred in several stage plays in the early 1980s and had received excellent reviews for her performances. She was also cast in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she held her own in scenes opposite acting giant Robert De Niro; she got excellent reviews for her performance in the film as well. Shelley had come a very long way indeed.

screen captures from the TV movie

Found Money, 1983

Show-Case by Charlie

Shelley in promo pics

for Charlie perfume, 1976 and 1977

Shelley first became famous in the 1970s as THE Charlie Girl. In 1976, she was hand-picked to represent the Revlon Charlie brand, as she was the embodiment the brand's ideal – gorgeous, sexy and young. Makeup artist Rick Gillette recalls, "Shelley Hack was really the perfect girl for Charlie." In 1977, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie called "Charlie's Show-Case." It was a promo that offered the Charlie's Show-Case, a fashionable mirrored boutique box/case that contained 3 shades of Charlie's dazzling eye shadows, Charlie's crème blush, Charlie's frosted lip gloss, Charlie's Fresh New Makeup, and 3/4 oz. of Charlie's purse perfume. It was available for just $6 with any $5 or more purchase from the Charlie Collection by Revlon. Now wasn't that a great Charlie purchase.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

1996 Movie Premiere

Shelley with Harry Winer and Devon Rose

at the premiere of House Arrest, 1996

By the mid-1990s, Shelley was beginning to pay more attention to her other ventures and was seen less and less on the big and small screens. Her last appearance on the big screen (so far) was the 1996 theatrical comedy House Arrest. It starred Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Pollack and a very young Jennifer Love Hewitt. Kyle Howard played Grover Beindorf, the main character in the movie. It was directed by Shelley's husband Harry Winer. Shelley and Harry's daughter Rosie also appeared in the film and her name appears on the credits. But Shelley, who had a cameo playing Dr. Erica Gilliland, Ph.D., was left uncredited. She was in two scenes in the movie. She first appeared on the TV screen promoting her character's book Feel the Fear and Go For It. Then she appeared on the back cover of that very book in the scene where Grover was reading it in the library. It was fun to watch her in her short appearances. (For more, check out: 1996 Cameo)

Shelley with Harry Winer and Devon Rose

at the premiere of House Arrest, 1996 

A Super Transfer

Shelley with Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd

on the cover of Télé-Junior, May 1981

Shelley became Charlie's newest Angel in 1979, and she jumped from being Revlon Charlie's Supermodel to becoming TV's latest Superstar Angel, joining incumbent Angels Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd. "I still have not really recovered from the surprise of landing the part," Shelley said at the time. "It has been quite a whirl," she added. She was instantly propelled to international superstardom; and her face appeared on magazines, tabloids and newspapers all around the world. Télé-Junior, a youth-oriented magazine that was produced from 1977 to 1983 in France, featured Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and Shelley Hack on their May 1981 cover. Included in the mag was an iron transfer image of the current Angels lineup. Iron transfers were popular at the time. They were images printed on HTV (Heat Transfer Vinyl) that could be transferred onto fabrics like T-shirts, blouses and other pieces of clothing by merely ironing it on. And Télé-Junior encouraged its readers to check out "UN SUPER TRANSFERT: DROLES DE DAMES" ("A SUPER TRANSFER: CHARLIE'S ANGELS").

Shelley with Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd

in a promo pic for Charlie's Angels, 1979

Young and Stylish

a closeup of Shelley

from an ad for Cone Mills, 1976

Shelley appeared in many ads during her tenure as a Supermodel in the 1970s. In 1973, she appeared in an ad for Cone Mills which featured an outfit by Garland. The Cone Mills Corporation was a textile manufacturing company that produced cotton fabrics like corduroy, flannel and denim. Young Timers was a fashion brand in the 1970s that produced clothing specifically sportswear.  In the ad, Shelley wore a smock top and big skirt ensemble. It came in a variety of colors -  mahogany, mocha, pine green, brick, Prussian blue, and indigo. A matching scarf finished her look. And Shelley looked young and stylish in her smock and skirt ensemble.

Shelley in an ad

for Cone Mills, 1976