Simplicity Young Ideas 1

closeups of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley appeared in Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog in 1972. The catalog featured fashions readers could make themselves - young and up-to-date fashions. She appeared in many spreads throughout the catalog and one of them was called "Double Timers" which featured "she" along with a corresponding "he" patterns. Pattern 9923 was a pattern for a Western shirt that could be made with fun contrasting fabrics. Pattern 9991 was for jeans for both she and he. A fun belt and a bandana finished Shelley's look. And she and her "he" looked fab in their Western-inspired looks.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 11

screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

Shelley's third foray into series TV was Jack and Mike. It was about a married yuppie couple living in Chicago, trying to find time for each other in their busy schedules. Shelley played Jackie Shea, a star columnist at The Mirror, a widely-circulated Chicago paper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur about to open his third restaurant. The pilot was released in VHS format and distributed in Europe, in the Netherlands and Belgium; but only the pilot episode. The entire episode was kept as is; but subtitles in Dutch were burned into the media for the convenience of the target audience. The episode runs for 90 minutes and was originally aired in September 16, 1986.

more screen captures from the Jack and Mike pilot episode, 1986

To continue, Jackie goes to see lawyer Rick Scotti, at lunchtime. Rick is a high-profile lawyer who is known for taking on sensational cases. He didn't seem interested at first; but after some persuading, Jackie convinces him to take on the case. Leaving the restaurant, at a nearby shop, she spots a vintage radio that's perfect for Mike's new 1950s-themed restaurant. She goes in and buys it. But when she get to her car, as she's putting in her key into the door lock, a van almost runs her over. Unfortunately, she dropped the radio she just bought; it was ran over by the van. All that's left of it is the antenna, still in her hand. Jackie's nerves are rattled.

Beat the Weather 1

Shelley from a spread for Vogue, 1976

Shelley appeared in many magazines during her Supermodel days. On of them was Vogue. In October 1976, She appeared in a spread for the mag called "Everything You Need To Know To Beat the Weather" which featured fashions that were perfect for the cold weather. Layering was in; and Shelley wore the season's favorite, the suede-soft shirtdress in brown. With it, she wore sweater layers - a crewneck underneath and a cardigan to tie over it. All pieces were by McMullen. A fab shoulder bag finished her look. Shelley looked sensational.

Helen Hayes Party 2

Shelley was seen at the event, The Love Boat Honors Helen Hayes, in February 2, 1980. The star-studded affair was held at the Beverly Hills  Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Shelley wore a sexy, form-fitting golden evening gown that had a halter neckline. Shelley was stunning.

Stephan Casuals

Shelley in an ad for Stephan Casuals, 1976

Shelley appeared in several ads for Stephan Casuals in the 1970s. Stephan Casuals was the fashion line of the Abe Schrader Corporation that specialized in fashions for the young and snappy. In 1976, she appeared in an ad modeling a snappy woman's suit worn with a blouse with a tie collar. A matching belt and open-toe footwear finished her look. Fancy earrings and a two-strand pearl necklace accessorized the outfit. Shelley looked fab.

a closeup of Shelley from the 1976 ad

Confused Fans

a writeup about Shelley

from Glamour magazine, 1980

Shelley was cast as one of Charlie's Angels in 1979; and before she even filmed anything for the series, she was hounded by the press and the paparazzi. Everyone wanted to get to know this fabulous Charlie Girl; and everyone was excited by Aaron Spelling's choice to take over Kate Jackson's Angel duties. She was pure class and looked fantastic with Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd; and with the new season's emphasis on the latest in fashion, Shelley, a New York clotheshorse, fit right in.

Shelley in a silk sweater

by Richard Callahanand 

and shorts by Betsy Gonzalez

When the season began (with the first episode "Love Boat Angels") the ratings went through the roof. The episode finished at no.1, at the top of the ratings. Clearly, viewers were interested in this new Angel and what she brought to the table; and, predictably, the critics lambasted the show, especially Charlie's newest recruit. The second episode "Angels Go Truckin'", finished high in the ratings; Shelley meshed perfectly with Cheryl and Jaclyn. The three had chemistry and were fun to watch.

writeup about Shelley

from May, 1980

But the next two episodes focused on just one Angel - Jaclyn Smith (The cast wanted more time off, so single Angel episodes were produced). The episode after those focused on Farrah Fawcett (she was fulfilling her obligation to appear on the show for 3 episodes for one more season). The next episode focused on Cheryl Ladd. By the time the episode focused on Shelley ("Angels on Campus"), viewers had lost interest in her and the show and the rating had taken a plunge. Too bad, because Shelley was great on her first solo episode. In fact, she was great during the latter part of the season, when her part got bigger.

Shelley in a Theodore Design Studio

peach cotton sweatshirt and pants
and Chris Craft Footwear tennis shoes

By Feb of 1980, gossip about Shelley being replaced were circulating. It seemed she was being blamed for the ratings decline - which was very unfair. How could she be responsible for that when you hardly saw her in the show? Plus, when her part got bigger, the ratings had already plummeted. Things seemed to be working against her. Yet despite all of that, Charlie's Angels still managed to finish within TV's top 20 shows for the season - at no. 18, tied with CHiPs.

Candy Smith reported that Shelley signed a one-year contract with a four-year option. Either her option wasn't picked up for the next season or Shelley decided that a year was enough for her. Like Kate Jackson before her (it was unclear whether Kate was fired or not), Shelley's departure from the series was left unexplained. A 1980 Glamour mag writeup attempted to clarify everything; but, actually, it left more fans confused.

Cotton Knit Mix

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads for the Sears catalogs from the 1960s to the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in a spread for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog called "Red And White Join The Navy In A Cotton Knit Mix" which featured outfits in red, white and navy. She wore a cotton knit pullover with a square bottom and a four-button trim over a pantskirt with an elasticized waist and patch pockets. Both were in the red, white and navy theme, of course. Shelley looked cool and comfortable in her summer outfit.

Shelley in a spread
for Sears Spring Through Summer 1971 catalog