Flower Print

a closeup of Shelley from a 1960s Penneys catalog spread

Shelley appeared in many of Penneys catalogs during her modeling career. In a 1960s issue, she appeared in a spread for the catalog called "The Flower Prints in Cotton Sailcloth" hwere she modeled The Color Explosion, a nature motif cotton dress in bright colors - blue and hot pink predominantly on a white background. The dress had a scoop neckline, an empire waist and puffed sleeves. Navy blue rickrack was used as trimming for the dress. Shelley looked young and sweet in her day dress.

 Shelley with Cheryl Tiegs in a spread for a 1960s Penneys catalog

From Among 150

Shelley in 1979

Shelley became Angel no. 5 in 1979. She was already a Supermodel by then and was known all over the world as THE Charlie Girl. She auditioned with the urging of her manager at the time; and eventually got the part, beating out almost 150 other candidates. Her first call went to her mother who was so excited; but it was her youngest sister Babe, a big fan of the series, who was the most excited.

Shelley in a 1979 news clipping

Dieting and Common Sense

Shelley on the cover of the booklet Dieting, Yogurt and Common Sense, 1974

Shelley appeared on the cover of the booklet Dieting, Yogurt and Common Sense. The booklet tells readers how to diet with, well, yogurt and a lot of common sense. The colorful booklet gave a lot of practical ideas for slimming down. It also showed readers how to start a calorie bank account, break bad eating habits, figure out how much weight should be lost and more.

1978 Leading Lady

Shelley in a 1978 publicity photo Notice the mag in her hand.
It's the June 1978 issue of Mademoiselle which she appears in. Check it out at:

 

 Mademoiselle Shelley 1978 Part 1

http://shelleyhack.blogspot.com/2015/11/mademoiselle-shelley-1978-part-1.html

Mademoiselle Shelley 1978 Part 2

http://shelleyhack.blogspot.com/2015/11/mademoiselle-shelley-1978-part-2.html

Shelley's first leading lady role was as Jennifer Corly in the 1978 feature film If Ever I See You Again. Joseph Brooks starred, produced, directed the film. He hired Shelley as his leading lady right off the bat. Shelley recalled, "I was amazed at how quickly Joe made up his mind. I didn't read for the part or take a screen test. I walked in and he told the other people in the room that I was the girl he was looking for."

Glossier

Shelley in an ad for Napier, 1976

Shelley appeared in many ads for Napier in the mid-1970s (The Napier Co. is an American jewelry manufacturing company that specialized in fashion-forward and affordable jewelry designs). In the ad "Napier is Glossier", she modeled a pair of earrings in a golden finish and a bracelet that came in both golden or silvery finishes. Shelley looked sensational in both.

Getting the Part

Shelley in 1979

Shelley became Charlie's Angel no. 5, Tiffany Welles in 1979. She recalls how she got the part, "I was in New York working for Revlon and one evening I called my manager and he was very excited and very busy and he said that I was testing, that I was going to do a screen test, for the show (Charlie's Angels). We talked about the advantages of possibly doing the show and I said, 'Great, it sounds terrific'. So I flew out to California and did the test. I'd stayed in Los Angeles after the test and one morning I was just getting out of the shower when my phone rang, and my agent called and he said, 'We’ve got to be at the producers' offices in an hour'. I said, 'But I’m dripping wet!' Obviously, I put myself together very quickly. I was still in the producers office when I picked up the phone and called my mother in Connecticut."

Highland Bright Look 1

closeups of Shelley from a 1967 Bobbie Brooks ad

Shelley appeared in many ad for Bobbie Brooks throughout her modeling career. In a 1967 version of the ad with the tagline "The Many Highland Bright Looks of Bobbie Brooks, she modeled a look perfect not just for the highlands but for anywhere. She wore a pocketeer cardigan over a kicky plaid kiltie skirt and textured tights. A crocheted skull cap, a matching scarf and a gold bracelet finished her look. Shelley looked ready for those highlands indeed.

Shelley in an ad for Bobbie Brooks, 1967

Furred 'n' Fabulous

a closeup of Shelley 

from a Simpsons Sears Fall and Winter 1972 catalog spread

Shelley appeared in several spreads throughout Simpsons Sears Fall and Winter 1972 catalog. In the spread called "Furred 'n' Fabulous", she modeled a fur-trimmed hooded winter coat. She wore the High-Fashion Tapestry-Look, a long coat in a rich tapestry-look fabric trimmed with long-hair lamb fur. Its buttons were concealed under fur trim; but also had a detachable button-and-tab closing outside. A pair of boots finished her look. And Shelley looked fabulous.

Shelley in a spread for Simpsons Sears Fall and Winter 1972 catalog

Shelley in a clipping from 1981

When Shelley strode out of Charlie's Angels, she immediately began working on the play Vanities, as high school cheerleader Mary. She had no stage experience but was ready to take up the challenge.  “I don't know how I got the guts to go right into a play immediately after leaving the series,” Shelley said. "I started doing theater for the first time in my life although I'd never been on a stage before." Shelley had something to cheer about though; critics lived her performance and gave her rave reviews.

Charlie Gorgeous

a closeup of Shelley from a 1982 Charlie perfume ad

Shelley first became famous as THE Charlie Girl. She became the image model of the Revlon brand in 1976 and catapulted herself and the brand to worldwide fame. Everyone wanted to be THE Charlie Girl, including the young Oprah Winfrey herself. Oprah said in 2008 that  wanted to stride like The Charlie Girl and be as fabulous.

Shelley in a 1982 Charlie perfume ad

The Stepfather '87

Jill Schoelen, Terry O'Quinn and Shelley Hack

in The Stepfather, 1987

Shelley starred in The Stepfather back in 1987. The psychological horror thriller film was directed by Joseph Ruben and filmed in Canada. It was released theatrically in 1987 and has gained a cult following ever since. The main cast (Jill Schoelen, Terry O'Quinn and Shelley Hack) gave excellent performances and received great reviews.

Sassier

Shelley in an ad for Napier, 1976

Shelley appeared in many ads for Napier in the mid-1970s (The Napier Co. is an American jewelry manufacturing company that specialized in fashion-forward and affordable jewelry designs). In the ad "Napier is Sassier", she modeled a pair of earrings in a golden finish and a necklace that came in both a golden and silvery finish. Shelley looked sensational in both.

Angels Reunited

Shelley Hack, Kate Jackson Farrah Fawcett

Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and Tanya Roberts

in a Charlie's Angels fantasy screen capture

It seems that of all the legendary shows that was ever on TV, the cast Charlie's Angels TOS - the '70s most legendary television show - never came together to reunite and talk about their phenomenally successful and groundbreaking series. Many Angels reunions have happened throughout the years, but it was never of the entire cast. Wouldn't it be great to see them all together (sadly, sans Farrah Fawcett) for just one time? This has been my dream since the series was cancelled in 1981. Wouldn't it be great to see Charlie's five living Angels come together?

a 1980 writeup about Shelley

It seems something is in the works. Jaclyn Smith mentions it in an interview for Extra where she opened up to a possible Charlie's Angels reunion. "We're thinking about a reunion," she said. "Maybe we would do a reunion and just talk about all those years," she added. Would that include all of the living TOS Angels?

Ski Sweets: News to Loop Up

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, November 1964

Shelley began modeling in late 1964. She appeared on the cover and pages of Glamour magazine November that year. That same month, she appeared on the cover of Seventeen magazine (with teen Supermodel Colleen Corby). Inside, she appeared in her first ever spread for Seventeen. It featured fashions for frolicking in the snow.

closeups of Shelley from a Seventeen mag spread, November 1964

In the one called "Ski Sweets: News to Loop Up", she modeled a crochet sweater that anyone could make for themselves with the new technique called looping. Shelley wore a sleeveless scoop-neck top with ruffle details on the neck and hem. It was perfect for those indoor social events during the cold months. And Shelley looked sensational in it.

Whim Coat

a closeup of Shelley from a Glamour magazine spread, 1965

Shelley appeared in many mags throughout her modeling career. Early on, in October of 1965, she appeared in a spread for Glamour magazine called "A Great Coat or a Whim Coat". She modeled the Whim Coat, a "marvelous frankly-fake fur" coat that looked like broadtail by Mademoiselle Arlette by Terina. With it, she wore a white persian lamb hat by Adolfo, gloves by Wear-Right and earrings by Richelieu. Shelley looked whimsical and fab.

Shelley in a spread for Glamour magazine, 1965

Charlie's Superstar

a poster of Shelley from Co-ed magazine, March 1980

Shelley's face was very much associated with Charlie perfume back in the mid-1970s. She was the Revlon brand's Supermodel and was recognized all over the world. In 1979, she auditioned for Charlie's Angels and got the part. She wasn't just Revlon Charlie's Girl anymore, she became one of Charlie's Superstar Angels.

Outdoorsy Jacket

Shelley in an ad for JCPenney 1972

Shelley appeared on many ads for JCPenney in the 1970s. In one 1972 ad, she modeled one of their outdoorsy jackets in navy that was perfect for the country and the city, wherever you're at. Shelley looked fab in it.

a closeup of Shelley from the 1972 JCPenney ad

Possible Reunion

a bogus Vanity Fair cover with the Angels from Charlie's Angels TOS

It seems that of all the legendary shows that was ever on TV, the cast Charlie's Angels TOS - the '70s most legendary television show - never came together to reunite and talk about their phenomenally successful and groundbreaking series. Many Angels reunions have happened throughout the years, but it was never of the entire cast. Wouldn't it be great to see them all together (sadly, sans Farrah Fawcett) for just one time? This has been my dream since the series was cancelled in 1981. Wouldn't it be great to see Charlie's five living Angels come together?

Jaclyn Smith on a ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Reunion,
Plus: Her Baby Clothing Line
http://extratv.com/videos/0-4bdksxwl/
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It seems something is in the works. Jaclyn Smith mentions it in an interview for Extra where she opened up regarding a possible Charlie's Angels reunion. "We're thinking about a reunion," she said. "Maybe we would do a reunion and just talk about all those years," she added. Would that include all of the living TOS Angels? When will it happen?

Sterling

Shelley in an ad for Napier, 1976

Shelley appeared in many ads for Napier in the mid-1970s (The Napier Co. is an American jewelry manufacturing company that specialized in fashion-forward and affordable jewelry designs). In the ad "Napier is Sterling", she modeled a bangle and ring set that had a silvery finish. Shelley looked sensational in it.

Bridesmaids

a clipping about Bridesmaids

with Sela Ward and Shelley Hack, 1989

Shelley starred in the TV movie Bridesmaids back in 1989. It was about a group of friends who come together for the wedding of a fifth friend. Sela Ward, Brooke Adams and Stephanie Faracy co-starred. It is well-paced  and an interesting watch.

Ski Sweets: A Way to Bloom

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, November 1964

Shelley began modeling in late 1964. She appeared on the cover and pages of Glamour magazine November that year. That same month, she appeared on the cover of Seventeen magazine (with teen Supermodel Colleen Corby). Inside, she appeared in her first ever spread for Seventeen. It featured fashions for frolicking in the snow.

closeups of Shelley from a Seventeen mag spread, November 1964

In the one called "Ski Sweets: A Way to Bloom", she modeled a V-neck sweater worn over a wool turtle-neck top and woll pants - all by Huddlespun, all in pink. She also modeled a nautical-inspired knitted sweater by Catalina, also in pink. And Shelley looked sensational both.

Dear Glamour 2

a closeup of Shelley from a "Dear Glamour' portion

of Glamour magazine, 1965

Shelley appeared in many mags throughout her modeling career. Early on, in October of 1965, she appeared in the "Dear Glamour' portion of Glamour magazine - which was a portion of the mag that gave readers fashion tips and advice on problems readers themselves would write in. One reader asked for an outfit appropriate for morning weddings. The mag recommended the wedding-guestlook, a velveteen overblouse which came with a matching alabaster wool coat and skirt set - all by Jr. Sophisticates. A beret by Adolfo and gloves by Wear-Right finished the look. And Shelley looked sophisticated indeed.

Shelley in a "Dear Glamour' portion of Glamour magazine, 1965

Blind Fear 1989 Movie

Shelley in publicity stills for the feature Blind Fear, 1989

Shelley appeared in the film feature Blind Fear in 1989. She played Erika Breen - a blind employee at a New England lodge invaded by a gang of killers. Shelley had to wear contact lenses that blocked her vision for the role which literally made her blind. She really couldn't see anything while they were filming.

On the Box

a coupon (part of a Charlie perfume ad)
from the Dutch mag Story, May 1980

Shelley was the quintessential Charlie Girl. She was the epitome of the brand's perfect woman - gorgeous, sexy, young, as well as independent, confident and free. A promotional campaign was created in 1980 loyal customers and interested consumers. Revlon Charlie coupons were printed in magazines. It gave buyers a huge discount when presenting the coupon upon purchase. The box used in the promo had Shelley's image on it and the tagline "Charlie Makes You A Star!". And Shelley definitely was a Revlon Charlie and Charlie's Angel star then.

Shelley appeared on the Charlie perfume box itself in 1980
in the promo box with the tagline "Charlie Makes You a Star!"

Guest Spots on DVD

Some of Shelley's guest spots on several TV series are currently out on DVD. Shelley made a total of six guest appearances in her acting career so far. In 1979, she appeared in Married: The First Year (episode 3, "Full House"). In 1980, she appeared on The Love Boat. In 1993, she appeared in SeaQuest DSV and Tales from the Crypt. In 1994, she appeared in LA Law. And in 1997, she appeared in Diagnosis Murder. All her guest spots are currently out on DVD except for Married: The First Year  which was a short lived series that lasted for only 4 episodes. Nevertheless, let's hope it's released somewhere, maybe on Netflix or YouTube.

In 2005, the first season of SeaQuest DSV was released on DVD. The Steven Spielberg produced series was a science fiction show about the goings on in the  deep-submergence vehicle (DSV). Shelley appeared in the pilot episode "To Be Or Not To Be" as Capt. Marilyn Stark, the former captain of SeaQuest out to take revenge on her former colleagues. The episode is also in SeaQuest DSV The Complete Collection, a 20-disc pack released in 2013. It's also included in SeaQuest DSV The Complete Collection Limited Edition Aluminum Case, an 18-disc pack released in 2016.

In 2007, the sixth season on Tales on the Crypt was released on DVD. Shelley appeared in the episode "The Assassin". The episode is one of the most memorable in the entire series with its unique twist in the end. Shelley played Janet McKay, a helpless suburban housewife held hostage by assassins out to get her husband. Corey Feldman, Jonathan Banks and Chelsea Field also appeared in the episode.

In 2013, the sixth season of Diagnosis Murder was released on DVD. The 6-disc pack contained all episodes including "Looks Can Kill", the episode Shelley appeared in. She played Dr. Elaine Denell, a popular plastic surgeon who owns a profit-driven beauty clinic. She finds herself in hot water when one of her patients dies. Jill Whelan and Anthony Michael Hall appeared in the episode as well.

In 2016, the eight season of LA Law was released on DVD. Shelley appeared in the episode "Whose San Andreas Fault Is It Anyway" - as  Lynn Barnett, an ad agency exec accused of sexual harassment by her former subordinate and lover.  The episode was quite unique at the time because the sexual harassment defendant was a woman not a man. 

In January of 2017, the third season of The Love Boat was finally released on DVD. It came in two disc sets - Volume One and Volume Two. Shelley's episode appears in Volume Two. In the episode "Dumb Luck/Tres Amigos/ Hey, Jealous Lover, she played Carol Ketay, a nuclear physicist friend of Julie McCoy who had trouble getting a date. Julie advised Professor Carol to play dumb and see what happens. Carol is pleasantly surprised.

Moodier

Shelley in an ad for Napier, 1976

Shelley appeared in many ads for Napier in the mid-1970s (The Napier Co. is an American jewelry manufacturing company that specialized in fashion-forward and affordable jewelry designs). In the ad "Napier is Moodier", she modeled a necklace and bracelet set that had both golden and silvery finishes. Shelley looked sensational in it.

New Sex Symbol

Shelley joined the cast of Charlie's Angels in 1979 and was immediately tagged as Tinseltown's newest sex symbol. Everyone wanted to meet the newest Angel in town and journalists scrambled to get an exclusive interview with her. Photo Screen magazine was able to get one with her in November of 1979. At the time, the series was still riding high in the ratings and Shelley was hot property. The interview gave fans a peek into Shelley's very private life.

News In Go-Coats: Snow Coats

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, November 1964

Shelley began modeling in late 1964. She appeared on the cover and pages of Glamour magazine November that year. That same month, she appeared on the cover of Seventeen magazine (with teen Supermodel Colleen Corby). Inside, she appeared in her first ever spread for Seventeen. It featured fashions for frolicking in the snow.

closeups of Shelley from a Seventeen mag spread, November 1964

In the one called "News In Go-Coats: Snow Coats", she modeled a hooded snow coat by Macwil, which was so cozy it was like wearing a warming hut, over a pair of stretch pants by aspen. Snow boots, a pair of sunglasses and an effervescent smile finished her look. And Shelley looked sensational in the snow.

Dear Glamour

a closeup of Shelley from a "Dear Glamour' portion of Glamour magazine, 1965

Shelley appeared in many mags throughout her modeling career. Early on, in October of 1965, she appeared in the "Dear Glamour' portion of Glamour magazine - which was a portion of the mag that gave readers fashion tips and advice on problems readers themselves would write in. One reader asked for an outfit appropriate for morning weddings. The mag recommended the wedding-guestlook, a velveteen overblouse which came with a matching alabaster wool coat and skirt set - all by Jr. Sophisticates. A beret by Adolfo and gloves by Wear-Right finished the look. And Shelley looked sophisticated indeed.

Shelley in a "Dear Glamour' portion of Glamour magazine, 1965

Blind Fear 1989

Shelley in publicity stills for the feature Blind Fear, 1989

Shelley appeared in the film feature Blind Fear in 1989. She played Erika Breen -  a blind employee at a New England lodge invaded by a gang of killers. Shelley had to wear contact lenses that blocked her vision for the role which literally made her blind. She really couldn't see anything while they were filming.

Cultural Icon of the '70s

Brooke Shields and Claudia Schiffer endorsing Charlie perfume in 1994

Watch their Entertainment Tonight segment at:
Revlon Ad Claudia Schiffer 1994
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofbaC58z2iM

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Charlie perfume has been around a very long time and many women have become Charlie Girls throughout the years. In 1994, Brooke Shields and Claudia Schiffer took over the reins - Brooke for the original Charlie scent and Claudia for the new Charlie Red. Entertainment Tonight did a segment on the making of their commercial which, of course, mentioned Shelley Hack, the quintessential Charlie Girl. It said Shelley THE Charlie Girl was a "cultural icon of the '70s" and showed footage of Shelley in her 1979 Charlie perfume commercial with Mel Torme.

footage of Shelley THE Charlie Girl 

from a 1994 Entertainment Tonight segment 

about Charlie perfume