Easy-Care Uniforms

Shelley in a spread for Sears Fall and Winter 1972 catalog

Shelley appeared in many spreads throughout Sears Fall and Winter 1972 catalog. In the spread called "Easy-Care Uniforms", she modeled a "laboratory-tested" uniform that was both chic and practical. She wore a shift-style number that had a tuck stitched bib effect on the chest trimmed with a band-and-buckle. Medium-heeled footwear and neatly combed hair finished her look. Shelley looked fab in her buckle-trimmed uniform.

closeups of Shelley from the spread

Change of Heart Episode

Moonlighting/Jack & Mike promo, 1986
Shelley, Tom Mason and James Sloyan in screen captures
from a Jack and Mike promo, 1986
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bBFYtXjwAA
(highlight the link, right click
and choose "Open Link in New Tab" option)

Shelley's third TV series, Jack and Mike, was aired from 1986-1987. She played journalist Jackie Shea who was married to restaurateur Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason). The trailer for the episode "Change of Heart" is currently on YouTube (Thank you so much to Chuck D's All-New Classic TV Clubhouse for posting). In the episode, Mike's friend, Louie (played by James Sloyan), makes himself an unwelcome house guest; while Jackie suspects a heart-transplant patient may have been bypassed in favor of a man who donated a new wing to the hospital. Let's hope the series is finally released on DVD this year.

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Shelley in a spread for Vogue Italia, 1976

Shelley appeared on the pages for Vogue Italia in April of 1976. In the spread called "Vestito: Un Po Di Collegio Gli Fa Bene" or "Dress: A Little Colligiate for Spring", she modeled traditional silk dresses and the latest way they were to be worn for that spring - the way college students did then.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

She wore a silk dress accessorized (like college students would then) with a simple purse or some matching lipstick or a fancy piece of jewelry or a chic hat or a great pair of nylons. With any of them, Shelley looked sensational.

Charlie's Newest Angel Shelley Hack

Shelley with Charlies Angels co-stars Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd

Shelley became Charlie's newest Angel in 1979. She joined Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd to become Charles Townsend's latest crime-fighting team. Of course, tongues began wagging immediately after she joined the cast of the hit TV series. It was reported that the two blondes, she and Cheryl, were having problems. But to this day, both women has nothing to say but good things about each other.

a clipping of Shelley from 1979

"All Girl Look" 1968

a closeup of Shelley from the cover of Simplicity magazine, Jan 1968

Shelley began modeling in late-1964 and became a popular teen model by the late '60s. She appeared in numerous cover throughout the era and in January of 1968, she appeared with Molly Corby, Ulla Bomser, Lucy Angle and Colleen Corby on the cover of Simplicity magazine. The issue featured the "All Girl" Look for that year. And Shelley looked all girl in her outfit.

Shelley with Molly Corby, Ulla Bomser, Lucy Angle and Colleen Corby

on the cover of Simplicity magazine, Jan 1968

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Shelley in an infomercial for TheraCel, 1997

In 1997, Shelley did her second infomercial. It was for TheraCel, a unique new skin care regimen. The skin care system was said to tighten skin, moisturize and reduce wrinkles. Within a week of its airing, it ranked #5 on the infomercial charts and generated tremendous initial and continuity sales. It also received recognition from the prestigious Jordan Whitney firm.

screen captures of Shelley from the TheraCel infomercial, 1997

Shelley on the cover of See & Sew pattern 5779, around 1977

Shelley appeared in several pattern packages for See & Sew in the 1970s. In around 1977, she appeared in the package for pattern number 5779 - a top, jacket and pants sewing pattern. It had close fitting tank top with a scoop neckline and cut away armholes, semi-fitted jacket with a cardigan neckline, full-length sleeves and a tie belt, plus a straight-legged pants pair of pant with an elasticized waistline. Shelley modeled the floral over plain version of the pattern. She looked fabulous.

a closeup of Shelley from the pattern cover

1960s Bride

Shelley in a spread for Penneys in the 1960s

Shelley started modeling in the mid-1960s and appeared in numerous ads and spreads in various magazines. One of them was the Penneys catalog (which in the 1970s became JCPenney). In the bridal section of the catalog called "Memories are Made of This", she modeled a white princess-style bridal gown with a lace bodice and  lace sleeves and flower appliques on the skirt which had a train. It came with a matching veil. A pearl necklace and white patent leather shoes finished her look. Shelley looked radiant in her bridal attire.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

Cathy Long

Shelley in a screen capture with Robert De Niro

from the film The King of Comedy, 1983

Shelley played her cards well after she left Charlie's Angels in 1980. She was determined to get better at this new craft she found herself in and took on roles that would help her hone her acting skills. She first tackled stage and won praises for her work in Vanities and Close Ties. The she got a part of a lifetime.  A supporting role (receptionist Cathy Long)  in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she was going to work alongside the great Robert De Niro. "I couldn't work because I read for The King of Comedy, and got the part. The picture was delayed and I couldn't take a chance on doing anything else." The film wasn't a box office smash but has gained a following as years went by. It is now considered a classic and one of the great films Scorsese has ever made.

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Shelley in a spread for Vogue Italia, 1976

Shelley appeared on the pages for Vogue Italia in April of 1976. In the spread called "Vestito: Un Po Di Collegio Gli Fa Bene" or "Dress: A Little Colligiate for Spring", she modeled tradional silk dresses and the latest way they were to be worn for that spring - the way college students did then.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

She wore a silk dress with short white socks and flat sandals, and accessorized it with a white visor and a smart earrings and necklace set - a less severe, young and fun take on the traditional Swiss boarding school look at the time. With her hair causally tied back, Shelley looked sensational.

Refuses to Talk About Her Past

Shelley in a writeup from 1979 for Activa mag

Shelley was already a world famous Supermodel in 1979. But when she joined the cast of Charlie's Angels, she became even more famous. Interest in her and everything about her was at an all-time high; but Shelley was determined to keep her private life private. So writeups about her determination to keep her private life private were written. One writeup about her on the Spanish-language mag Activa even had the title "Shelley Hack: The Famous Refuses to Talk About Her Past". Shelley prevailed though. She's one of Charlie's most low profile Angels.

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Shelley modeled the perfect bra for Vogue in 1974

Shelley appeared in the October 1974 issue of Vogue in a spread called "What to Wear Under Black at Night". In it, she modeled lingerie that women could wear underneath their fabulous black evening outfits. One of them was the bra everyone was looking for - the lightweight, comfortable strapless bra. It was by Vassarette, and had thin lace on the edges and was perfect underneath the little black dress. The pics were taken by her then boyfriend photographer Steen Svensson.

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Shelley in an infomercial for TheraCel, 1997

In 1997, Shelley did her second infomercial. It was for TheraCel, a unique new skin care regimen. The skin care system was said to tighten skin, moisturize and reduce wrinkles. Within a week of its airing, it ranked #5 on the infomercial charts and generated tremendous initial and continuity sales. It also received recognition from the prestigious Jordan Whitney firm.

screen captures of Shelley from the TheraCel infomercial, 1997

Caped Cover Girl

Shelley on the cover of McCall's pattern book, October 1971

Shelley appeared on the cover of  McCall's pattern book in October of 1971. On the cover, she wore pattern number 2927 - a misses' cape that came with a hood. Shelley also appeared throughout the pattern book. 

a closeup of Shelley from the cover

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Shelley in a spread for Harper's Bazaar, 1977

Shelley appeared on many spreads throughout Harper's Bazaar's September 1977 issue. In the spread called "The New Ways of Layering", she and fellow model Linda Tonge showed readers how to layer furs, jackets, vests and coats in order to achieve the luxurious look of the season. Earth tones accented with soft blues and rose, a mix of lengths and textures was what it was all about.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread for Harper's Bazaar, 1977

Shelley wore Hopsack Vest Over A Sweater look. It was a Oxford-blue shirt worn over a slim gathered skirt topped with a matching big-collared sweater and a natural hopsack vest - all by Blassport. An ascot-like scarf around the neck, a skullcap, a scarf in natural material over the shoulders and button earrings finished her look.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread for Harper's Bazaar, 1977

Shelley also wore the Cotton Twill Vest Over Mohair look. It was a silk shirt over a tweed skirt topped with a hooded jacket and a cotton twill vest - all by Bill Kaiserman for Rafael.  A plaid scarf and shiny earrings finished her look. And Shelley looked fantastic in both looks.

SHMC

Shelley with producer Ted Harbert in the 1990s

In the 1990s, Shelley slowly transitioned from being an actress to becoming a political activist and producer. She became active in numerous organizations that put women in the forefront. She also delved into political fund-raising and even intended to run for office herself but was disqualified due to a technicality. She later established SHMC - Shelley Hack Media Consultancy - and would go into war-torn countries and help them establish democracy through media, which was often done with the help of televised political debates.

Spring Summer 1972

Shelley in a spread for Spiegel Spring and Summer 1972 catalog

Shelley appeared on the pages of Spiegel Spring and Summer 1972 catalog. in one spread, she modeled a spring and summer look that was made up of a Bandana Print pullover top with collars and a Chain Belt Shortie, a pleated mini skirt with a decorative chain across the front. Matching knee-length lace socks and fun footwear finished her look. Shelley looked all ready for all those spring and summer shindigs.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

Overcoming Huge Hurdles

Shelley in a writeup for the 1989 TV movie Bridesmaids

Shelley had to overcome huge hurdles after her stint in Charlie's Angels (In fact, all the women who starred in the 1970s TV phenomenon had to overcome the same thing). Upon leaving the series in 1980. Shelley was able to win over some of her critics with projects such as the plays Vanities and Born Yesterday, TV outings like Cutter to Houston and Trackdown, as well as movies like The King of Comedy. But the hurdles were still there and she had to work harder. In 1987, she gave one of her best performances in the feature film The Stepfather and was able finally win over many of her detractors.

Shelley with Brooke Adams, Stephane Faracy and Sela Ward 

in a still for the 1989 TV movie Bridesmaids

The Fabulous Charlie Girl

Shelley a still for Charlie Perfume, 1979

Shelley was THE Charlie Girl from 1976 to 1982 and her image turned the brand into one of the most visible and most successful brands during her tenure. Charlie was a worldwide phenomenon due to the glamorous, self-assured and confident image she projected which was in sync with the rise of the women's movement at the time. Many women (and men) wanted to become Charlie Girls, even the young Oprah Winfrey. There's no doubt that Shelley was an icon of the era.

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Shelley in an infomercial for TheraCel, 1997

In 1997, Shelley did her second infomercial. It was for TheraCel, a unique new skin care regimen. The skin care system was said to tighten skin, moisturize and reduce wrinkles. Within a week of its airing, it ranked #5 on the infomercial charts and generated tremendous initial and continuity sales. It also received recognition from the prestigious Jordan Whitney firm.

screen captures of Shelley from the TheraCel infomercial, 1997

Easy-Care Robes

Shelley in a spread for Sears Spring Through Summer 1974 catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads throughout Sears Spring Through Summer 1974 catalog. In the spread called "Easy-Care Robes", she modeled a simple shirt-style robe in a colorful giant-floral-printed fabric. It had a button-front, raglan shoulders, a full ankle-length skirt and side-seam pockets. A comfy pair of matching heeled slippers finished her look. Shelley looked sensational.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

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a closeup of Shelley from the spread for Harper's Bazaar, 1977

Shelley appeared on many spreads throughout Harper's Bazaar's September 1977 issue. In the spread called "The New Ways of Layering", she and fellow model Linda Tonge showed readers how to layer furs, jackets, vests and coats in order to achieve the luxurious look of the season. Earth tones accented with soft blues and rose, a mix of lengths and textures was what it was all about.

Shelley in a spread for Harper's Bazaar, 1977

Shelley wore The Fox Jacket, a sleeveless jacket of Magellan fox by Bill Blass for Maximillian, New York, over a silk shirt and  gathered skirt topped with a cardigan vest and a tweed jacket - all by Blasssport. Fancy button earrings, unusual bracelets and knitted gloves finished her look. And Shelley looked sensational.

A Cult Classic

Shelley with Jill Schoelen and Terry O'Quinn on the set of The Stepfather, 1986

Shelley starred in the 1987 cult classic The Stepfather. Filmed entirely in Canada, the movie was shot in 1986 and released in 1987. The main cast, Shelley, Jill Schoelen and Terry O'Quinn all gave above average performances in this horror/thriller directed by Joseph Ruben. Shelley had a scene where she is hit on the face and blood (from a blood capsule in her mouth) explodes and drips down her face. That day, she had lunch with blood all over her face she told fans in 2009 at the Hollywood Collectors Show.

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Shelley in a spread for Woman's Day, July 1971

Shelley appeared on the pages of Woman's Day, the July 1971 issue. In the spread called "Piggybank Boutique", quick easy amusing and inexpensive ways to personalize any wardrobe was featured. It showed readers ways to individualize store-bought play clothes and make it their own. Shelley modeled a Pre-Gathered Sari that can be whipped right on, anytime, with a matching bra top - perfect for summer events. A fun necklace of circles and a wooden=bead armlet finished her look. Shelley looked fab.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

The Heroines of Charlie's Angels

Shelley with Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd in a writeup

from a French edition of OK! magazine, 1980

Charlie's Angels was one of the, if not THE, biggest hit on TV in the 1970s. And it was popular all over the world. Images of all the six women who became Angels (Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, Shelley Hack and Tanya Roberts) were plastered on magazines and everything else all over the world - from Latin America to Europe to Asia. And everyone had their favorite Angel, of course.

closeups of Shelley from the writeup

The Shiny Charlie Girl

a closeup of Shelley in Zoran from a 1981 Charlie perfume ad

Shelley was THE Charlie Girl from 1976 to 1982 and was the one responsible for catapulting the brand (and, in turn, herself) to iconic status. THE Charlie girl was every woman and was photographed striding around in the latest designer fashions. In one of the versions of the ad, Charlie Girl Shelley donned a fabulous modern pantsuit in a soft shiny metallic fabric by none other than Zoran or Zoran Ladicorbic, a Yugoslavian-born American fashion designer known for his minimalist, understated designs made from high quality natural fabrics such as silk, linen and cashmere wool.

Shelley in an glamorous ad for Charlie Perfume, 1981, wearing Zoran

Single Bars

Shelley on the box cover of the Single Bars, Single Women VHS format release

Shelley starred in the 1984 TV movie Single Bars, Single Women. Paul Michael Glaser, Tony Danza and Christine Lahti stattered in it as well. Shelley's performance in the telefilm surprised many as she was better that most expected. She handled her scenes very well and gave an over all good performance. Let's hope it's released on DVD soon.

Sleep-And-Loungewear

Shelley in a spread for Sears Wish Book for the 1975 Christmas Season catalog

Shelley appeared on many spreads throughout Sears Wish Book for the 1975 Christmas Season catalog. In the spread called "Sleep-And-Loungewear... in a pretty print and frosty white", she modeled outfits that could be worn to sleep or for lounging around at home. She wore the Long "Granny" Gown, a white pullover style sleeping gown that had an old-world charm. It had a ruffle-edged front and back yoke, a front slit and a bow-tie. It had long sleeves with elasticized wrists. She also wore the Pajama, a top and pants ensemble in a printed fabric. It had ruffled edges around the neck, the front and wrists - as well as a self-tie belt. The pants has a straight leg and elasticized waist. Shelley looked super in both outfits.

closeups of Shelley from the spread