Fashions of the Times A

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

for Fashions of the Times, Aug 1972

In 1972, Shelley appeared in a spread for Fashions of the Times, a magazine that came with The New York Times which featured the latest in city fashion. She appeared in a spread called "Wear Sportswear. Be In Step With Today." and wore several looks that were the latest in autumn 1972 daywear. The outfits she wore could be found in retail stores around New York. In one pic, she wore a bias plaid tent coat which was zipped over a camel sweater and wool melton pants ensemble - all pieces were by Lewiston. Matching hose, footwear and a hat by Adolfo Realites finished her look. Shelley looked in step with the times.

Shelley with Joyce Walker from a spread

for Fashions of the Times, Aug 1972

Charlie Girl Angel

Shelley in a promo pic from 1979

Shelley joined the cast of Charlie's Angels during it's 4th season and was stunned and delighted with the opportunity she got. It was previously reported that Barbara Bach got the part and that was all over the entertainment news at the time. David Doyle, who played John Bosley in the series, even began researching about Ms. Bach, thinking she would be his new co-star. But the mistake was quickly corrected and it was announced that Shelley got the part. "THE Charlie Girl is Charlie's newest Angel" became the latest entertainment headline and Shelley's casting was announced in the evening news. Everyone was excited to see the Supermodel work for Charles Townsend and get the bad guys.

Shelley in a writeup from 1979

THE Charlie Perfume Girl

Shelley in an outtake pic for a Charlie perfume ad, 1979

After finishing her schooling, Shelley signed on full-time at her modeling agency, Ford Models Inc., and became one of the top models in the United States, booking countless fashion spreads, print and TV ads as well as magazine covers including Glamour, Mademoiselle and Vogue. In 1976, she jumped to Supermodel status via a Revlon commercial for Charlie Perfume. She was one of first models able to negotiate previously unheard of, lucrative and exclusive deals with a giant cosmetics company. Shelley's image catapulted the Charlie brand to iconic status. Everybody in the world wanted to be a Charlie Girl because of Shelley. Her portrayal of the confident, fabulous and independent woman who was unapologetic and happy about that fact captured the imagination of many worldwide and made Charlie one of the best-selling brands in history.

Shelley in an outtake pic for a Charlie perfume ad, 1979

Diagnosis Murder Guesting 1

Diagnosis Murder Season 5 Part 1 DVD set,

Diagnosis Murder Season 5 DVD set,

Diagnosis Murder The Complete Collection,

released in 2013, 2013 and 2016 respectively

Shelley guest-starred in the Dick Van Dyke TV series Diagnosis Murder in 1997. Diagnosis Murder was a TV series that aired from 1993 to 2001 and starred TV legend Dick Van Dyke. He played Dr. Mark Sloan, a former US Army doctor who served in a MASH unit and consequently became a renowned physician who consults with the local police as his son, Steve (played by Barry Van Dyke) is a homicide detective. Dr. Sloan's fellow doctors at Community General Hospital help him out as well. The series was a spin-off of Jake and the Fatman and was initially three TV movies before becoming a regular TV series.

screen captures of Shelley 

from the Diagnosis Murder episode "Looks Can Kill" 1997

Shelley appeared in the season 5 episode "Looks Can Kill" playing celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Elaine Denell. Dr. Denell's clinic was a profit-driven entity that specialized in quick surgical procedures with no questions asked. When a patient of the clinic suddenly dies at Community General Hospital, Dr. Sloan takes a closer look at Dr. Denell's practice and investigates for possible malpractice. Shelley's performance in the episode was stellar. She had become well-seasoned and it showed. The part fit her perfectly and she knew how to handle her character. Plus, her rapport with Dick Van Dyke (whom she starred with in the 1983 TV movie Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer) was very evident. Jill Whelan and Anthony Michael Hall appeared in the episode as well. If you can get it, watch it!

more screen captures of Shelley 

from the Diagnosis Murder episode "Looks Can Kill" 1997

Bobbie Knits Collection

a closeup of Shelley from an ad for Bobbie Brooks, 1972

Shelley appeared in many clothing ads throughout her modeling career. She appeared in many ads for Bobbie Brooks, a label that specialized in women's apparel, in the 1960s and '70s. In 1972, she appeared in their ad that featured dresses from The Bobbie Knits Collection. She wore the striped and belted dress in lilac with aqua. Matching sandals and hair clip finished her look. Shelley looked summer ready.

Shelley in an ad for Bobbie Brooks, 1972

Busy Actress

Shelley with Jim Metzler in Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley was already a Supermodel when she got her big break as Tiffany Welles in Charlie's Angels in 1979. But after her Angels stint, she was determined to learn her craft and give this acting opportunity a try. In the early 1980s, she wowed her critics and earned positive reviews for her stage work in Jack Heifner's Vanities, Elizabeth Diggs' Close Ties and the classic play Born Yesterday. She also got the same from her theatrical work in Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy and the TV movies Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer with George Segal and Found Money with Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar. By the end of 1983, she was back to series TV with Cutter to Houston alongside Jim Metzler and Alec Baldwin.

Shelley with Alec Baldwin in Cutter to Houston, 1983

Maternity Separates

closeups of Shelley from a spread

for Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalog spreads throughout her modeling career. She appeared in many catalogs for Sears. In the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog, she appeared in the spread which featured fashions for the pregnant woman. The "Maternity Separates" spread featured tops, pants, skirts and jerkins designed for the expectant mother.

more closeups of Shelley from a spread

for Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Shelley wore the striped cotton top with the stretch denim shorts. She wore the printed cotton top with the stretch Capri pants. She also wore the checked gingham jacket over the checked gingham stretch Capri pants. She wore the tattersall-checked jacket over the tattersall-checked Capri pants. She wore the solid-colored blouse over the solid-colored Capri pants. And finally, she wore the solid-colored blouse over the solid-colored skirt. And in all of them, Shelley looked absolutely sensational.

Shelley in a spread 

for the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Gloria Sachs Separates

a closeup of Shelley from an ad for Jacobson's, 1975

Shelley appeared in many ad during her Supermodel days. She appeared in several ads for Jacobson's which was a regional department store chain that focused on  high-end apparel, fine jewelry and home furnishings. It was known for personalized fashion shows as well as its posh atmosphere. Shelley modeled "The Young Wools" by Gloria Sachs for Jacobson's in 1975. Gloria Sachs was a fashion designer known for stylish and comfortable clothes for the working woman. She designed separates that could be easily mixed and matched - perfect for the on-the-go lifestyle of women in the workforce. And Shelley looked sensational in them.

Shelley in an ad for Jacobson's, 1975

All You'll Hear is Laughter

Shelley and Cheryl Ladd on a break from filming

the Charlie's Angels episode "Angel Hunt," 1979

Shelley joined the cast of Charlie's Angels during it's 4th season and got along well with her co-stars Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd. "Shelley seemed like a doll and we were going to have a lot of fun working together," Cheryl Ladd said at the time. "She was sort of like the debutante" Jaclyn Smith said about the highly-charged, energetic and intellectual East Coast girl. "Jackie, Cheryl and I hit it off immediately." Shelley said, "Put your ear to the wall, all you'll hear is laughter."

Shelley and Cheryl Ladd on a break from filming

the Charlie's Angels episode "Angel Hunt," 1979

Halston 1972

a closeup of Shelley

from a 1972 fashion pic for Halston

Shelley was among the models who appeared in a spread for Vogue wearing Halston's latest creations for 1972. Vogue ran pictures of Halston in their December 1972 issue with models wearing his latest designs. Aside from Shelley, the other models were Anjelica Huston, Pola (Paula Klimak), Lynn Woodruff, Chris Royer, Emmanuelle, Apollonia Van Ravenstein, Denise Hopkins, Karen Bjornson and Pat Cleveland. "He (Halston) didn't want a bunch of blank-faced models," Anjelica Huston said, "He wanted girls with personality. It was about attitude. It was about the way you walked. Character." And that's what all of his models had.

Shelley with Halston and 10 other models

in Halston fashions, 1972

Medical Recruits

Shelley in a promo pic for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley's second foray into series TV was Cutter to Houston. It was about three young doctors who were recruited to run a small hospital in the fictional rural town of Cutter, Texas. When they encountered problems their facility couldn't handle, they got in touch with a big city hospital in Houston, Texas, via computer and helicopter - hence, the title. Jim Metzler and Alec Baldwin played the other two doctors. Jim played idealistic GP Dr. Andy Fenton, who grew up in Cutter and was glad to be home. Alec played internist/ladies man Dr. Hal Wexler, who was getting through his probation, having been relegated to Cutter for being a little too fast and free with his prescriptions. And Shelley played Dr. Beth Gilbert, an ambitious surgeon on temporary assignment in Cutter who aspired to be a heart surgeon in Houston.

Shelley with Jim Metzler and Alec Baldwin

in a promo ad for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Quintessential

Shelley in an outtake pic

for a Charlie perfume ad, 1979

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and was Revlon Charlie's image model from 1976 to 1982. Charlie was one of the first mega-successful lifestyle brands in the world. The phenomenal success of the brand was due in part to Shelley's unforgettable image. Although there were a slew of other Charlie models before her, it was Shelley's image that catapulted the brand to iconic status. Everybody in the world wanted to be a Charlie Girl because of Shelley. Her portrayal of the confident, fabulous and independent woman who was unapologetic and happy about that fact captured the imagination of many worldwide and made Charlie one of the best-selling brands in history.

Shelley in a pic used for a Charlie perfume ad, 1979

Star Columnist

Shelley in a promo pic for Jack and Mike, 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. The other cast members were: Nora Adler (Jacqueline Brookes), Jackie’s editor;  Anthony Kubecek (Kevin Dunn), Jackie's assistant; Carol (Holly Fulger), the head waitress at Mike's restaurant, Brennan's Grill; and Rick Scotti (Vincent Baggetta), an attorney who appeared occasionally. The series, created by Sara Davidson, was filmed on location in Chicago, Illinois.

Shelley on a writeup for Jack and Mike, 1986

Polka Dots

closeups of Shelley from a spread

for Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalog spreads throughout her modeling career. She appeared in many catalogs for Sears. In the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog, she appeared in the spread which featured fashions for the pregnant woman. She wore the Polka Dots dress, a black dress with crisp white polka dots, white ribbon band and bow accents and a button-trimmed ribbon highlight down the front of the dress. A matching headband finished her look. And  of course, Shelley looked sensational.

Shelley in a spread

for the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Busy Ford Model

a closeup of Shelley from the cover

of Ingenue magazine, 1971

Shelley was a very busy model in the 1970s. She appeared on many covers and spreads throughout the decade. She was one of the busiest models represented by Ford Models Inc. Eileen Ford, the FMI matriarch, said of Shelley, "She is a very good model and an intelligent, well-educated lady." Ford added, "Modeling was just a vehicle she used to get educated. It was never a thing where she wanted to be the best model in the world. She simply became one of them despite herself."

Shelley on the cover of Ingenue magazine, 1971

Comedy Album

a closeup of Shelley from a still

for The First Family Rides Again comedy album, 1981

Shelley participated in the political satire comedy album The First Family Rides Again in 1981. The others were Rich Little, Melanie Chartoff, Michael Richards, Jenilee Harrison, Earle Doud, Bonzo and Vaughn Meader. The album pokes fun at President Ronald Reagan and his years in the White House. Shelley's pic appears on the back cover of the album.

Shelley in a still

for The First Family Rides Again comedy album, 1981

Top Dividend

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

for Aldens 1976 Spring and Summer catalog

Shelley appeared on many different catalogs in the 1970s. In 1976, she appeared in Aldens 1976 Spring and Summer catalog. In the spread called "Top Dividend - The Wrap Sweater For Your Many Layered Looks," she wore The Wrap, a wraparound sweater with a self-belt,patch pockets and short cuffed sleeves. She wore the striped version the Full Turtleneck, a pullover style top with bracelet sleeves, and a back zip. Matching slacks finished her look. And Shelley looked divine.

Shelley in a spread

for Aldens 1976 Spring and Summer catalog

Instructional Video

the pic of Shelley used on the VHS and LD

covers of Celebrity Guide to Wine, 1990

In 1990, Shelley participated in the "instructional" video Celebrity Guide to Wine. It was a video filled with information regarding anything to do with wine and was hosted by international wine expert and Spago Restaurant's maître d' Bernard Erpicum. The other celebrities who participated were Dudley Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, Herbie Hancock, Kelly LeBrock, Robert Loggia and Steven Seagal. It was released in both VHS and LaserDisc format.

Shelley on the cover of Celebrity Guide to Wine

in VHS and LaserDisc formats, 1990

Makes You A Star

a closeup of Shelley from a Swedish-language

Charlie perfume ad, 1980

Shelley knew very well that "Charlie Makes You A Star" because Charlie by Revlon made her a star, a superstar model, a Supermodel. And all over the world, her fabulous image, her effervescent smile and her long-legged stride was recognized and emulated. From the US to Europe, from Africa to Asia, Shelley was known as THE Charlie Girl and was celebrated for her independence and utter fabulousness. Shelley's "You're The Star" Charlie ads appeared in Sweden in 1980. The ad promoted the latest Charlie cosmetics and Charlie perfume discounts. The text reads as follows:

Special offer

October-November*

*while supplies last. 

Charlie makes you a star!

Come on in, take a look and enjoy yourself!

Autumn colors, which are also for sale

at a special price.

perfume

H&M

Charlie Nail Polish  18.90

Charlie Lipstick  24.90

Charlie Lip Gloss  26.90

Charlie Blush  24.90

Charlie Eyeshadow  24.90

also try Charlie Eau de Cologne 10 ml

for just 24.90! (worth 37.50)

Shelley in a Swedish-language Charlie perfume ad, 1980

1983 TV Movie

Shelley in a promo pic

for Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

In 1983, Shelley appeared in her second TV movie Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer. She played opposite George Segal, the police officer in charge of the investigation of the murder of her friend. Her character was Logan Gay, a school teacher who eventually become Segal's love interest. The movie was based on fact. It's about the investigation on the brutal murder of a young school teacher during the Christmas season in New York in the '70s. Logan was the co-teacher and close friend of the victim. John Grafton, played by George Segal, was the detective who solved the case.

an ad for Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

Smocked Dress

closeups of Shelley from a spread

for Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalog spreads throughout her modeling career. She appeared in many catalogs for Sears. In the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog, she appeared in the spread which featured fashions for the pregnant woman. She wore the Smocked Dress, a jaunty causal style dress with smocking and rick rack at the front yoke and on the bell-effect sleeves. It had a back zipper closing and was slightly below the knee in length. And  of course, Shelley looked sensational in it.

Shelley in a spread

for the Sears Spring Through Summer 1967 catalog

Pullover to Crochet

a closeup of Shelley from a fashion pic

for Simplicity Fashion News, 1972

Shelley was a very busy model in the 1970s. She modeled part-time during her schooling and started modeling full-time after graduating. She was represented by Ford Models Inc. and was one of the most sought after models in their roster. Shelley appeared on many covers and fashion spreads for major magazines such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Seventeen, Glamour and Mademoiselle as well as Woman's Day, Lady's Circle, Family Circle, Co-ed and the like. She appeared on catalogs like Sears, JCPenney, Montgomery Ward, etc. She appeared in sewing books, brochures and leaflets for McCall's, Butterick, Simplicity and more. She was everywhere.

Shelley in a fashion pic

for Simplicity Fashion News,1972

modeling a Pullover to Crochet

Another Try

Shelley in a still from Jack and Mike, 1986

By 1986, Shelley, one of the alums of Charlie's Angels, was having a hard time shaking off the image she acquired during that show's airing. Many doubted the former Angels' acting abilities and they were all branded as flash-in-the-pans. But each of them slowly gained respect from their critics and detractors; so much so that each of them were given chances to shine acting-wise throughout the 1980s, beyond their tenure as Charlie's cherubs. And all of them were successful in their own way. That year, Shelley starred in her 3rd TV series Jack and Mike. She played Jackie Shea, a prominent Chicago journalist married to Mike Brennan, a successful restaurateur. The series had respectable ratings and was expected to last longer than it did. 

a writeup/tidbit about Shelley, 1986

TreeTop 1988 Commercials

Shelley in a commercial for TreeTop, 1988

Check it out on YouTube at:

Shelley Hack 1988 Tree Top Tea Commercial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YP0U724uMXU

August 30, 1988 commercials

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBF9D2CGMF4

80's Commercials Vol. 200 Part 2 of 5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLdwTiJq_2A

Shelley appeared in two commercials for TreeTop fruit Juices in 1988. She endorsed TreeTop's products and said good things about them. They was filmed at Rancho de las Fresnos in Hidden Valley in October of 1987 and aired in the spring of 1988. The commercials were sort of personal, because she was shown in a very casual setting, was casually dressed and was in a very casual mood as she talked to the people watching. Her clean, fresh and open brand of beauty helped a lot, of course. After all, they were the very qualities that catapulted her to Supermodel status more than a decade prior.

screen captures of Shelley from one

of her 1988 commercials for TreeTop

Her spiel for one of the commercials went as follows:

I feel better when I do the right thing

like when I excercise instead of putting it off

or when I work hard instead of geting nothing done...

And I feel better when I drink TreeTop.

It's 100% pure juice in new flavors I really like.

And those juice drinks have added sugar, 

artificial flavors... I don't want that.

That's why I choose TreeTop.

Shelley in another commercial for TreeTop, 1988

Check it out on YouTube  at:

TreeTop Fruit Juices - Commercial Tree Top 1988

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUBHyIL0_r0

TreeTop Fruit Juices Ad 1988

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdPq_IPhd-g

screen captures of Shelley 

from another 1988 commercial for TreeTop

She appeared in another commercial for TreeTop that same year. 

Her spiel for the other one went as follows:

I like honesty not hype.

And I like pure and simple not artificial.

So why would I settle for anything less than TreeTop.

You know, not all fruit juices are a hundred percent pure.

TreeTop is, one hundred percent.

No added sugar, nothing artificial.

Just apples and other real fruit in five new flavors.

So read the label on those other juices.

You'll see why I like TreeTop.