Say Evie

a closeup of Shelley from a 1971 ad for E.V. women's apparel

Shelley appeared in many ads when she was a model in the 1970s. In 1971, she appeared in an ad for E.V. with the tagline Say "Evie." Evie or E.V. was a clothing line that specialized in ladies' and misses' apparel. In the ad, Shelley modeled the Laced-Up Pantsuit in yellow. White lace-up pumps and a matching choker finished her look. In the ad, she also wore a short cropped wig. Shelley looked sensational.

Shelley in an ad for E.V. women's apparel, 1971

Jack and Mike Pilot 19

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 the ice cream parlor where Rose Panico works - Rose is the victim in the rape case that has similarities to the Sykes case. She asks if they could talk, and Rose agrees. Jackie informs Rose that her rape case was reduced to disorderly conduct. Rose is surprised and angered. She had no idea that that had happened, and she insists she was raped. Jackie shows her a picture of Chris Sykes, asking her if he was her rapist. Rose says he isn't the man who raped her. Back at Detective Gill's former precinct, Councilman Kazan and a CPD detective inquires about the same case Jackie inquired about just a few hours ago. The officer hands over the file on his desk. Puzzled, the two ask him why it was out, and the officer tells them Jackie was there a few hours ago inquiring about the same case.

The Expandables 2

Shelley in a spread for Woman's Day magazine, 1975

Shelley appeared in a spread on Woman's Day magazine in May of 1975. The spread was called "The Expandables: 2 Basic Outfits. Each Translated into 5 Great Looks." She modeled one of the smart two-part outfits that could be expanded into a smashing spring wardrobe. Hers was the out-of-the-blue skirt and shirt ensemble which was made up of a soft shirt and a six-gore flared skirt, both by Koret of California.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

To continue, the second look had the shirt worn as an overblouse with the waist defined by grosgrain ribbons secured in place with a flower. Any kind of ribbon was fine - in fact, even a belt would have had the same effect. A silver chain strap bag and pearl button earrings finished her look. And Shelley looked smashing.

When Harry Met Shelley

Shelley and her husband, director/producer Harry Winer

at the 37th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards, 1985

Shelley started dating director/producer Harry Winer in the mid-1980s. They first worked together in 1984, in the telefilm Single Bars Single Women where Shelley was one of the leads and which Harry directed. They were spotted many times in each other's company throughout the 1980s. They eventually tied the knot, and, in 1990, had a daughter together. They named her Devon Rose. Rose is a 2013 graduate of Columbia University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Sustainable Development. Shelley and Harry must be very proud of her.

Be Yourself or Something Else

Shelley in an ad for Today's Girl, 1972

Shelley appeared in many ads during her modeling days. One of them was for Today's Girl panty hose. In their 1972 ad with the tagline "Be Yourself or Something Else," she modeled the two panty hose lines the brand carried, the sheer and the opaque. The Sheer-Toe-To-Waist Panty Hose was the same color all over and was perfect under any fashion look. The Opaque Panty Hose was a wear-anytime set that could be used to complete any wardrobe. it came in six fashion colors. And Shelley looked fab in either.

closeups of Shelley from the ad

Gossip Column Magnet

tidbits about Shelley, Charlene Tilton and Michael Douglas

from Modern Screen magazine, 1980

When Shelley joined the cast of Charlie's Angels in 1979, she immediately became a gossip column magnet. Everything about her was news - even before she filmed anything for the TV series. It wasn't unusual though. Every Angel that came before her (and even after) experienced the same thing. Shelley told E! in 2002, "I had press people crawling in my windows." But Shelley was determined to keep her privacy - and the privacy of her family. She didn't want them to undergo the scrutiny she was going through just because she joined the hit series.

a tidbit about Shelley from  1980

The Mirror Makers

a closeup of Shelley from a spread on Seventeen mag, 1967

Shelley appeared on many issues of Seventeen magazine from 1964 to the 1970s. In 1967, she appeared in their November issue, in the spread called "The Mirror Makers." The spread featured colorful dresses adorned with contrasting applique trim. She wore a dress anyone could make for themselves, using McCall's Pattern 9039. It was a mini-dress with a flaring shape and a narrowed square neckline that had adornments around the chest and around the arms. Embroidered appliques and silver-mirror paillettes were the recommended adornments. Stockings by Hummingbird and shoes by Nina finished her look. With her hair tied in a braid, Shelley looked ready to party, 1967-style.

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, 1967

The Place Is Jumping

a closeup of Shelley from a Penneys ad, 1970

Shelley appeared in many ads for the department store chain Penneys (renamed JCPenney in 1971) during her modeling days. In the ad with the tagline "Penneys. The Place Is Jumping," she modeled their jumper and turtleneck ensemble. It was a jumper dress that came with its very own turtleneck top. Shelley wore the plaid-printed jumper over a solid-colored turtleneck combination. Matching knee socks, a knitted beret and her signature smile finished her look. And Shelley looked fab in her jumper ensemble.

Shelley in an ad for Penneys, 1970

Jack and Mike Pilot 18

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 rendezvous with Detective Gill at an agreed part of Chicago. They don't talk face-to-face though; Gill thinks it too dangerous. He tells her to go to his former precinct and look for a case filed a month ago initially as rape but was reduced to disorderly conduct. He indicates that she's dealing with some very powerful people. The next day, Jackie goes to Detective Gill's former precinct, inquiring about disorderly conduct reports going back a month prior. The officer in charge, who recognizes her as the wife of the "restaurant king," gives her a pile of d.c. reports. Jackie finds the report Gill was referring to - the m.o. and description of the perpetrator are similar to the Sykes case. She asks the officer why the rape case was reduced to disorderly conduct. The officer is perplexed himself, but points out that it was initialed by their commander. Jackie asks for a copy but the officer is reluctant. When she promises him a guaranteed reservation at one of Mike's restaurants, he gives in.

The Expandables 1

Shelley in a spread for Woman's Day magazine, 1975

Shelley appeared in a spread on Woman's Day magazine in May of 1975. The spread was called "The Expandables: 2 Basic Outfits. Each Translated into 5 Great Looks." She modeled one of the smart two-part outfits that could be expanded into a smashing spring wardrobe. Hers was the out-of-the-blue skirt and shirt ensemble which was made up of a soft shirt and a six-gore flared skirt, both by Koret of California. The first look was the ensemble on its own, finished with matching footwear and clutch, a straw hat and accessorized with a silk flower and a bracelet. Shelley looked smashing.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

17 Years After

Shelley in a clipping from Le Lundi, 1997

Over the years, the interest in the actresses who became Angels in the landmark 1970s TV series Charlie's Angels never waned. Writeups about them popped up all over the world from time to time. In 1997, a short writeup about Shelley appeared in Le Lundi, a French-language celebrity magazine. It updated fans about the latest goings-on in Shelley's life. The writeup translates as:

Shelley Hack: 17 years after Charlie's Angels 

Shelley Hack, who played Tiffany Welles in the TV series Charlies Angels from 1979 to 1980, now divides her time between the movies and stage. She appeared a few months ago in the TV movie Frequent Flyer, alongside Jack Wagner. Shelley, who was for several years THE Charlie perfume model, is now married and a mother to 7-year-old daughter Devon Rose. 

Shelley Hack and her husband

at a reception in Beverly Hills

Shelley and her husband, director/producer Harry Winer in 1997

Renaissance of Romance 2

Shelley in an ad for Alfred Angelo, 1972

Shelley appeared many ads during her modeling days. One of them was for Alfred Angelo. One of the ads she was in featured the "Renaissance of Romance" collection, a collection of wedding ensembles that echoed the romance and lavishness of the Renaissance era - as interpreted by Alfred Angelo, of course. Alfred Angelo was the world's largest manufacturer and retailer of wedding dresses and gowns. But aside from those, the company also designed fashions for other members of the wedding party such as the bridesmaids, the mother of the bride, the flower girls, etc. And Shelley made a perfect Alfred Angelo bride.

a closeup of Shelley from the ad

International Superstar

a writeup about Shelley

from the Spanish-language

magazine Vanidades, 1979

Shelley was one of the highest-paid Supermodels of the 1970s. Her face and name became known to the world as the face of Charlie perfume. But when she was cast as Tiffany Welles in the hit TV series Charlie's Angels, she became a bona fide Hollywood Superstar. Her face and name became known to the world as the newest Hollywood actress to watch out for. Writeups about her came out in the US, Latin America, Europe and Asia. She was an international sensation.

It's In The Stars

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, 1967

Shelley appeared on many issues of Seventeen magazine from 1964 to the 1970s. In 1967, she appeared in their November issue, in the spread called "It's In The Stars." The spread featured colorful dresses adorned with shiny star studding. She wore a youthful colorblock dress by Artbro in sunny yellow, hot pink and bright blue studded with shiny metal stars around the bodice and the hips. Finishing her look was a pair of textured stockings by Christian Dior, a hairbow by Christa and a matching bracelet. Shelley looked stunning in her star-studded dress.

a closeup of Shelley from the spread

Simplicity Young Ideas 7

a closeup 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 "Go Together, Sew Together", which featured his and hers summer/beachwear, look-alike fashions.

Shelley modeling Super Simple pattern number 9939, 1972

Shelley modeled pattern 9939, an easy-to-make, super simple top and short ensemble. The top was a simple cropped halter top and the shorts were simple short shorts with an elasticized waist. Matching or complementing fabrics could be used and appliques could be added as a personal touch. And Shelley looked ready for those fun summer days at the beach.

Shelley in a spread for Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Jack and Mike Pilot 17

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's article comes out in the next day's issue of The Mirror and it greatly affects the outcome of the Sykes rape case. In court, Sykes' attorney Rick Scotti argues the points Jackie brought up in her article. The judge postpones the sentencing and grants a 60-day continuance - which elates Chris and his wife Holly but leaves victim Ann Pulaski disappointed. Later, Jackie follows the lead Councilman Brown gave Mike. She goes to the mounted police headquarters looking for Detective Gill. She finds him and asks him about the Sykes case. Initially, he's reluctant to speak; but he changes his mind and decides to meet Jackie elsewhere later, where nobody can hear them talk.

THE Fabulous Charlie Girl

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie perfume, 1979

Shelley became known as THE Charlie Girl in the mid-1970s when she became the face of Revlon's Charlie perfume. There were a slew of other girls before her; but it was Shelley who captured the imagination of the world when she began endorsing the brand. In fact, now, whenever Charlie perfume is mentioned, it is her image that immediately comes to mind. She was gorgeous, sexy, independent and confident - every bit the modern woman.

Angels Valentine's Day Party 3

Shelley in Beverly Hills, 1980

Shelley became a huge superstar after her casting as Tiffany on Charlie's Angels. Like all the Angels before her, she garnered a lot of media attention. At the Charlie's Angels Valentine's Day Party on February 10, 1980, the paparazzi was all over her. It was held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, and was attended by the other current Angels cast members Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and David Doyle.

Renaissance of Romance

Shelley in an ad for Alfred Angelo, 1972

Shelley appeared many ads during her modeling days. One of them was for Alfred Angelo. One of the ads she was in featured the "Renaissance of Romance" collection, a collection of wedding ensembles that echoed the romance and lavishness of the Renaissance era - as interpreted by Alfred Angelo, of course. Alfred Angelo was the world's largest manufacturer and retailer of wedding dresses and gowns. But aside from those, the company also designed fashions for other members of the wedding party such as the bridesmaids, the mother of the bride, the flower girls, etc. And Shelley made a perfect Alfred Angelo bride.

a closeup of Shelley from the ad

Death Car TV Movie

Shelley with George Hamilton in a promo pic

for Death Car on the Freeway, 1979

When Shelley became a Supermodel, it wasn't soon for Hollywood to come knocking at her door. She got ready for the eventuality, of course. She took acting lessons at the Herbert Berghof Studios in New York. Her first taste of acting came as a passerby in the Academy Award winning film Annie Hall. Then came a lead role in the film feature If Ever I See You Again and a guest role in the TV series Married: The First Year. Then came her first lead role in a TV movie. It was Death Car on the Freeway; and its cast consisted of some of the industry's most respected veterans including Dinah Shore, Peter Graves, Harriet Nelson, Abe Vigoda, Barbara Rush, Frank Gorshin to name a few. George Hamilton played Shelley's ex-husband in the movie.

Shelley in a promo ad for Death Car on the Freeway, 1979

Color Tells a Fortune

Shelley in a spread for Seventeen mag, 1967

Shelley appeared on many issues of Seventeen magazine from 1964 to the 1970s. In 1967, she appeared in their November issue, in the spread called "Color Tells A Fortune." The spread featured fashions any gypsy fortune-teller would suggest - fashions that pack a caravan of colors from head to toe.

closeups of Shelley wearing the fit-and-flare coat

She wore the hot pink fit-and-flare coat by Jackie Stewart. It was accessorized with a crocheted beret by Yearounder and gloves by Kayser Roth. Matching tights printed tights by Prestige and shoes by Nina finished her look. She also wore a pretty black dress with tambourine bands at the knee by Knitique. Earrings by Accessocraft, black stockings by Hanes and matching color-striped shoes by Sbicca finished her look. And in both ensembles, Shelley looked fab.

closeups of Shelley wearing the season's pretty black dress

with shocking yellow and pink color bands at the knee

Simplicity Young Ideas 6

Shelley in a spread for 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 "Dresses... On  The Flip Side", which featured pantdresses for those active summer days.

a closeup of Shelley from Simplicity Young Ideas Catalog, 1972

Shelley modeled pattern 9986, a pantdress that came in two lengths - the mini-pantdress and the short pantdress. Shelley modeled the short pantdress which had modified-tulip sleeves, convertible collars and a shorter pantdress hemline. It was made using a nautical-print fabric and accessorized with a matching belt, bracelet and a bandana on the hair. And Shelley looked ready for those active summer days.

Jack and Mike Pilot 16

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 is in her office, getting her article ready for tomorrow's edition of The Mirror when she hears footsteps approaching. She's slightly alarmed; but then it's followed by the sound of a saxaphone playing a familiar tune. She comes out of her office and Mike is there, playing their song on the sax. They embrace and apologize to each other. Mike tells Jackie about how well-attended the restaurant opening was, how great the opening was, how he wished she were there with him sharing the experience. Jackie apologizes and promises she'll be there next time; but Mike tells her he understands why she couln't make it. He proceeds to tell her that Councilman Brown took him aside during the festivities and told him something very important, something that will help her in the Sykes rape case. Afraid there could be bugs in The Mirror's office, Jackie and Mike go where it will be safe to talk freely. At the printing room, Mike tell Jackie everything the councilman told him.

Super Skin '72

Shelley in an ad for Super Skin

Shelley appeared in many ad campaigns during her Supermodel tenure. On of them was for Super Skin from the Natural Wonder line by Revlon. Super Skin was a facial cleanser that cleaned the face and kept it looking super all day. Not only did it clean the skin, it kept it in great shape as well. It came in two formulations. In the normal or dry skin formulation, it cleaned and moisturized. In the oily skin formulation, it cleaned and normalized oily skin. Clad in a pink Cacharel by Mallory outfit, Shelley showed how Super Skin kept you looking super all day long.

a closeup of Shelley from the ad

Angels Valentine's Day Party Too

Shelley in Beverly Hills, 1980

Shelley became a huge superstar after her casting as Tiffany on Charlie's Angels. Like all the Angels before her, she garnered a lot of media attention. At the Charlie's Angels Valentine's Day Party on February 10, 1980, the paparazzi was all over her. It was held at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, and was attended by the other current Angels cast members Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and David Doyle.

Putting Green Fashions

Shelley in an ad for Leon Levin, 1975

Shelley appeared in a number of ads for Leon Levin in the 1970s. Leon Levin was and is a women's apparel line that specializes in outfits for the putting green. Shelley wore the collared pullover top with a button placket and short sleeves over the A-line skirt with buttons in front and butterfly appliques, all by LL line of course. Matching golf shoes with fringe plackets, gloves and a headband to catch sweat finished her look. And Shelley looked ready to hit that hole in one.

a closeup of Shelley from the ad

Supermodel Angel

a writeup about Shelley from the Polish mag Film, 1983

Shelley was already a world-renowned Supermodel when she joined the cast Charlie's Angels in 1979. But the role of Angel Tiffany Welles turned her into a world-renowned Hollywood Superstar. She became known as the classy Charlie's Angel. Both her Supermodel and Angels image left a lasting impression that was still felt long after she left the series and stopped modeling. In 1983, the Polish mag Film featured her along with a writeup that translates as:

Shelley Hack

She was a later addition to the hit series Charlie's Angels, replacing Kate Jackson who went on to do comedies on the big screen. But even so, she quickly gained the admiration of the viewing public, many of whom were familiar with her face from the teen magazine covers she graced, especially Seventeen magazine. Her film debut was a leading lady role in the film "If Ever I see You Again" with Joe Brooks.