Play it Plushy A

a closeup of Shelley

from a Seventeen magazine spread, 1970

Shelley appeared on the cover as well as in many spreads throughout Seventeen magazine's November 1970 issue. In the spread called "Buzz Off in a Roadster, Play it Plushy... You'll Stop Traffic!", she modeled velvety-soft greatcoats that were purry as a well-tuned engine, that were warmed up and ready to travel and that would make any girl feel like an heiress - all of which were practical for fending off showers and shivers. She wore a double-breasted brown classic coat that was narrow at the top and flared at the bottom. It had snazzy lapels as well as hideaway pockets. It was by Larry Levine. Stretch boots by Latinas and a tasseled choker by Marne finished her look. And Shelley looked fashionably ready for those rainy days.

a pic of Shelley

from a spread for Seventeen magazine, 1970

Based on Fact

Shelley with George Segal in a promo writeup

for Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

In 1983, Shelley co-starred in the TV movie Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer with George Segal, who played Detective John Grafton, a New York City detective looking for the murderer of a schoolteacher who happened to be a good friend of Logan Gay, the character played by Shelley. 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 1970s. In the telefilm, after a bumpy first meeting, Logan eventually becomes Graftons' love interest. Shelley and George Segal would eventually work together again in 1992, in the feature film Me Myself and I.

Shelley with George Segal in a promo writeup

for Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, TV Guide 1983

Body-and-Soul Set 1

a closeup of Shelley from a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and the Charlie Collection, 1976

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the brand. In 1976, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie that offered "Charlie's Body-and-Soul Set" as a dividend. It was a promo that offered customers a chance to purchase the Revlon Charlie Body-and-Soul Set (which contained Charlie perfume and various Charlie skincare products which cost $19.75) for only $4.75 for any purchase of $5.00 or more from the Charlie Collection. Shelley, of course, appeared in the ad for this promo.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and the Charlie Collection, 1976

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High Anxiety 6

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 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. In the episode "High Anxiety," Jackie tries to steer a talented graffiti artist towards a more conventional artistic path. Also, a famed comedy team that frequents Mike's restaurant brings in so much business, as well as other things. The episode was originally aired in November 11, 1986.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

To continue, Mike calls Belinda to his office at 1935 to talk to her about  Animals Crackers member Ben and what he caught him doing at the men's room. He tells her he's not going to tolerate anybody doing drugs in any of his restaurants. Belinda swears she had no idea Ben was doing cocaine. Mike tells her that if he catches anyone with drugs in his premises again, he will call the cops on them. He assures Belinda that he's only concerned about the future of Animal Crackers, because he knows drugs will destroy that; and since she's joining their act, he doesn't want Belinda to be involved in any of that. Belinda understands. Meanwhile, Jackie goes on a graffiti art tour around the city with artist Samantha. Jackie is impressed but informs Sam that, as impressive as her art is, she has a limited audience, limited by the location of her artwork. Later, Belinda goes to see Ben and tells him about her talk with Mike. Ben tells her he has everything under control and that he'll take care of Mike. And they kiss.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

Grazia 1972

Shelley on the cover of Grazia, April 1972

Shelley was one of the most visible Supermodels of the 1970s. She appeared on many magazines covers around the world. In April of 1972, Shelley appeared on the cover of the Italian magazine Grazia (Grace). First published in 1938, Grazia is a weekly women's magazine that originated in Italy and has since spawned numerous international editions. The magazine was originally patterned after the American magazine Harper's Bazaar and featured fashion and beauty as well as homemaking and child-rearing articles.

1985 Thriller

Shelley with Anthony Geary in a promo pic for Kicks, 1985

Shelley was one busy actress in the 1980s. She appeared in various stage and screen (big and small) productions. In 1985, she appeared in the TV movie Kicks with soap superstar Anthony Geary. The movie was about a San Francisco college teacher, Maggie (Shelley), who had a penchant for living on the edge and engaging in dangerous, life-threatening activities. She meets her match in mysterious millionaire Martin Cheevers (Geary) who takes her on a ride of her life - from one dangerous thrill to another. Eventually, the thrill becomes too dangerous and Maggie finds herself in peril. Tom Mason played Caleb, Maggie's boyfriend; and his chemistry with Shelley was so evident that it wasn't surprising he was cast as Mike Brennan, Jackie's husband, in Shelley's TV series Jack and Mike a year later.

Shelley with Anthony Geary in a newspaper ad for Kicks, 1985

Spring Shirt Tales

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

Simpsons-Sears was a joint venture between the Simpsons department store chain in Canada and the Sears department store chain in the US. The joint venture began in around 1953. Shelley appeared on many catalogs for Simpsons-Sears in the 1970s. She appeared in several spreads throughout Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog. In the spread called "Spring Shirt Tales," she modeled the Big-Value, Big Fashion Print Shirt. The smart short-sleeved shirt had a collar and a front-button opening. It had cuffed sleeves and one pocket. The geometric print she wore was the Navy/Red combo but it also came in a Brown/Yellow combination. Shelley wore it with an equally smart-looking skirt and accessorized it with cool sunglasses and a matching bangle. Shelley looked sensational.

Shelley in a spread

for Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

More Mother's Day Fashions

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on the newspaper supplement

Sears Gift For Mothers, 1975

Shelley appeared on many ads and fashion spreads for Sears in the 1960s and 1970s. Sears is an American chain of department stores that began in 1892. It began as a mail ordering catalog company; then in 1925 opened its first retail location. Shelley appeared on the cover and pages of the 1975 newspaper supplement called Sears Gifts For Mothers. It featured value packed gifts that were perfect gifts for all mothers that season. On the cover she wore the Comfort Coat, a comfortable housecoat that could be worn around the house during the day. (Check it out at: Advanced Happy Mother's Day) Inside, she wore "Sleep Fashions for Mother," particularly, a sleeping gown and coat set with embroidery and lace trims. And in both outfits, Shelley looked perfectly comfortable.

Shelley in a spread for the newspaper supplement

Sears Gifts For Mothers, 1975

Back on Cloud Nine

a promo pic of Shelley from the 1980s

Shelley along with Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd and Tanya Roberts were all part of the cast of the phenomenal hit TV series Charlie's Angels which originally aired from 1976 to 1981. The TV series was one of the most ground-breaking and popular shows to ever hit television and was loved all around the world. Fans couldn't get enough of the Angels even after the series was cancelled and went off the air; so much so that years after it ended, fans still wanted to know what was going on with each of them. Writeups about the Angels would pop up here and there through the years; and updates on their careers, lives and loves would appear. Two years after the show was cancelled, the Angels were "...back on Cloud Nine." By January of 1983, Kate had done the controversial feature film Making Love. Farrah received critical acclaim for her performance in the TV drama Murder in Texas. Jackie received a Golden Globe nomination for her acting in the TV movie Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. Cheryl was set to star in the teleflick The Grace Kelly Story. Shelley received critical praise for her work in the play Vanities and was set to star in the Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy with Robert De Niro. And Tanya Roberts appeared on Playboy, had starred in the cult classic film feature The Beastmaster and was set to star in Hearts and Armour.  The Angels were all flying high and still on cloud nine.

Shelley in a writeup about Charlie's Angels, New Idea 1983

Dress and Bolero Fashion Set

a closeup of Shelley from the package cover

for Simplicity 9272, 1972

Shelley appeared on many Simplicity pattern catalogs, brochures and packaging during the 1960s and 1970s. The Simplicity Pattern Company is the leading manufacturer of sewing patterns and sewing pattern guides which are distributed throughout the world. They have been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and have allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. In 1972, she appeared on the cover of pattern package 9272. It contained patterns and instructions for creating a dress and bolero fashion set. The dress (which could be made in three lengths) had set-in sleeves gathered at the armholes and ending with elastic casings (they could be made long or short, as preferred). The bolero had  eyelets and lacing trim. Matching footwear completed her look. And Shelley looked chic and fabulous.

Shelley on the package cover

for Simplicity 9272, 1972

High Anxiety 7

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 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. In the episode "High Anxiety," Jackie tries to steer a talented graffiti artist towards a more conventional artistic path. Also, a famed comedy team that frequents Mike's restaurant brings in so much business, as well as other things. The episode was originally aired in November 11, 1986.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

To continue, Jackie arrives at The Mirror and updates her editor Nora Adler about the graffiti artist she went to see the night before. She says Sam and friends are amazing artists. Nora asks how old he is. Sam, Jackie replies, is a girl named Samantha - which delights Nora. Jackie says she's meeting Sam again tonight for a grand tour of the city's street art. Nora informs Jackie that the horticulturist had been evicted and is out on the streets, displaced by a used car dealership. "Nuts" is all that Jackie can say. Later, in Mike's restaurant 1935, Animal Crackers is entertaining the resto's patrons and bartender Kenny tells Mike they should feature the comedy team every night, after hours. Mike sees Noah and wonders where Ben is. Belinda says he's been hiding in the men's room. Mike has a hunch. He catches Ben in the men's room, about to sniff some cocaine. He throws the cocaine down the sink with some water. Mike is furious at Ben and threatens to call the police on him if he ever catches Ben with drugs in his restaurant again. Ben is shaken.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

Brigitte Mit Constanze 4

a closeup of Shelley from the December 1971 issue

of the German mag Brigitte Mit Constanze

Shelley was one of the most visible Supermodels in the 1970s. She appeared on many magazines around the world. In 1971, Shelley appeared on the pages of Brigitte Mit Constanze, a German women's magazine, modeling the latest looks of the era. In the spread Brigittes Schneller Schnitt (Brigitte's Quick Cut), she modeled Zwei Festliche Blusen Und Zwei Kleider (Two Festive Blouses And Two Dresses). The photos were taken by her then boyfriend, fashion photographer Steen Svensson. The fourth outfit was a blouse and pants set. The printed blouse had a collar, bishop sleeves and  box plate that ended at the waist band. The collar, yoke and box plate were in a contrasting printed fabric. The pants had a front zipper. Shelley looked chic and festive.

Shelley in a fashion spread

for the German mag Brigitte Mit Constanze, 1971

Acting Praise

Shelley with Alec Baldwin and Jim Metzler

in a promo pic for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley appeared (alongside Alec Baldwin and Jim Mezler) in the TV series Cutter to Houston in 1983; and many  of her critics and detractors were surprised by how well she had improved acting-wise. Right after leaving Charlie's Angels in 1980, Shelley had been receiving great reviews for her acting efforts on both stage and the big and small screens. She received positive reviews for her performance in the Jack Heifner play Vanities, which was aired as part of the HBO series Standing Room Only. She then ventured further and did Elizabeth Diggs' Close Ties and likewise received great reviews. She starred in Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy and the TV movies Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer and Found Money. She was praised for efforts. Even her biggest detractor on Charlie's Angels producer Ed Lakso admitted, "One year after the show, I saw Shelley in the stage play Vanities, and she did a wonderful job."

Shelley with Alec Baldwin in a newspaper ad

for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Coordinate Dressing

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

Simpsons-Sears was a joint venture between the Simpsons department store chain in Canada and the Sears department store chain in the US. The joint venture began in around 1953. Shelley appeared on many catalogs for Simpsons-Sears in the 1970s. She appeared in several spreads throughout Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog.

Shelley in a spread

for Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

In the spread called "Polyester Double-Knit Coordinates at Simply Sensational Low Prices," she modeled a three-piece outfit that brought a "new dimension in coordinate dressing." She wore the Tattersall-Check Print Shirt in navy on white with the High Style-Pants, also in navy. It was tailored in polyester double knit, had an elastic waistback and a button-tab, zip-fly closing. She topped her outfit with the Fashion-Important Vest, which was styled in thickly ribbed polyester knit and had self banding. She wore both the navy and the red versions on the spread. And Shelley looked 70s sensational.

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

Advanced Happy Mother's Day

a closeup of Shelley from the cover

of the newspaper supplement

Sears Gifts For Mothers, 1975

ADVANCED HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

TO ALL THE MOTHERS IN THE WORLD

Thank you to all of you!!!

Shelley on the cover

of the newspaper supplement

Sears Gifts For Mothers, 1975

Going Along Swimmingly

Shelley in a 1979 promo pic for Charlie's Angels

Shelley joined the cast of the phenomenal hit TV series Charlie's Angels in 1979 during its 4th season. She took over from Kate Jackson who left after the 3rd season. Since it starred women as leads, the series was always unfairly plagued by rumors of catfights and jealousy on the set since the series debuted in 1976. The 4th season was no different. Immediately, tongues started wagging about the three main stars not getting along. But Shelley dispelled the rumors by saying that Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd had been nothing but nice to her. Shelley told one reporter of her new co-stars, "It's fun to work with them. We giggle a lot during lunch." Jaclyn said, "I feel good about her. When we shot a scene, I felt comfortable with her. I think the three of us are going to get along great." Cheryl said, "Shelley seems like a terrific girl. I know what she's going through because it wasn't too long ago I was in her position. I think she's good and I'll do everything I can to make her feel at home."  Everything was going along swimmingly with this new Angel team.

Shelley in a 1979 writeup about Charlie's Angels

Blouse and Pants Ensemble

a closeup of Shelley from the package cover

for Simplicity 9580, 1972

Shelley appeared on many Simplicity pattern catalogs, brochures and packaging during the 1960s and 1970s. The Simplicity Pattern Company is the leading manufacturer of sewing patterns and sewing pattern guides which are distributed throughout the world. They have been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and have allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. In 1972, she appeared on the cover of pattern package 9580. It contained patterns and instructions for creating a blouse and pants (as well as skirt) ensemble. The blouse had a front neckline zipper, stand-up collar, set-in sleeves and an optional purchased belt. The pants were hip-hugger bell-bottoms with a front zipper and a waistband below the normal waistline. Contrasting patch pockets, band and suspenders fastened with hook-up closures were suggested. Matching footwear completed her look. And Shelley looked causally chic and fabulous.

Shelley on the package cover for Simplicity 9580, 1972

High Anxiety 6

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 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. In the episode "High Anxiety," Jackie tries to steer a talented graffiti artist towards a more conventional artistic path. Also, a famed comedy team that frequents Mike's restaurant brings in so much business, as well as other things. The episode was originally aired in November 11, 1986.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

To continue, as it was nights before, Mike comes home late with Jackie already fast asleep in bed. This time though, as Mike tries to quietly enter their bedroom, Jackie is awakened and she startles him. Drunkenly, he tries to tell her about the hilarious antics Animal Crackers came up with for their performance that night. Unfortunately, in the middle of his story, he end up on the floor. He moans in jest and Jackie reluctantly gets up to get him a warm wet towel. She gives it to him and goes back to bed. But he continues to tell her about the evenings' events and even attempts to get Jackie in the mood. Hilariously, she refuses him and goes back to sleep.

screen captures from the Jack and Mike

episode "High Anxiety," 1986

Brigitte Mit Constanze 3

a closeup of Shelley from the December 1971 issue

of the German mag Brigitte Mit Constanze

Shelley was one of the most visible Supermodels in the 1970s. She appeared on many magazines around the world. In 1971, Shelley appeared on the pages of Brigitte Mit Constanze, a German women's magazine, modeling the latest looks of the era. In the spread Brigittes Schneller Schnitt (Brigitte's Quick Cut), she modeled Zwei Festliche Blusen Und Zwei Kleider (Two Festive Blouses And Two Dresses). The photos were taken by her then boyfriend, fashion photographer Steen Svensson. The third outfit was an above-the-knee dress with long sleeves and a shirt-like top. It had buttons running down the front and a cinched waist. Matching hose and Mary Janes finished her look. And, of course, Shelley looked oh so festive and super chic.

Shelley in a fashion spread

for the German mag Brigitte Mit Constanze, 1971

The Best Thing in Cutter to Houston

Shelley on the cover 

of  The Newfoundland Herald magazine, Oct 1983

Shelley was cast in the 1983 TV series, Cutter to Houston. It was about three doctors practicing at the Cutter Community Hospital in the fictional town of Cutter, located in the Texas boonies. Jim Metzler and Alec Baldwin co-starred. Shelley played ambitious surgeon Dr. Beth Gilbert who wanted more than anything to practice in a big city hospital in Houston, Texas. Jim played Dr. Andy Fenton, who grew up in Cutter. The town helped him through medical school and he was glad to be there and pay everyone back. Alec Baldwin played Dr. Hal Wexler, a ladies man on probation for writing unnecessary prescriptions. The series had great promise but, like many of the shows back then, it got mixed reviews; but many critics noticed that Shelley had improved vastly acting-wise from the time she was on Charlie's Angels (they probably didn't watch her Angels season beyond the first few episodes). In fact, some thought she was the best thing in Cutter to Houston. Because sleepers hits were unheard of at the time, the series was cancelled before further development of the characters and storylines were presented.

Shelley in a 1983 writeup about Cutter to Houston

Wallpaper-Print Shirt

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog

Simpsons-Sears was a joint venture between the Simpsons department store chain in Canada and the Sears department store chain in the US. The joint venture began in around 1953. Shelley appeared on many catalogs for Simpsons-Sears in the 1970s. She appeared in several spreads throughout Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog. In the spread called "Sportwear Shop '75", she modeled the Wallpaper-Print shirt. The conversation-piece classic guaranteed the wearer to be anything but a wallflower. The smart shirt had a crisp collar and long sleeves with two-button cuffs. It could be worn with pants or a skirt -  on its own or under a blazer. And as always, Shelley looked sensational.

Shelley in a spread

for the Simpsons-Sears Spring and Summer 1975 catalog