Butterick Winter '77 A

a closeup of Shelley from a pic

for Butterick Home Catalog, Winter 1977

In the 1970s, Shelley appeared on numerous pattern packaging covers for Butterick, as well as issues of the Butterick Home Catalog. The Butterick Company Inc. produces and sells patterns for the home sewing of women's and girls' clothing and publishes catalogs and magazines in which these patterns appear. Shelley appeared on the pages of Butterick Home Catalog's Winter 1977 issue. In the spread called "Double Fashion: Two Looks From One Pattern," Shelley wore Butterick Pattern no. 5652. It was a pattern for a misses' top and skirt ensemble that could go from day to evening. The top was semi-fitted and had full-length sleeves that gathered into buttoned cuffs. It had a front neckline slit and gathered the front and back into a neck binding that extended into ties. The fitted and flared skirt was below mid-knee in length, had front and back tucks, pockets in the side seams, a waistband and a back zipper. Shelley wore an evening version of the ensemble made from two shades of mint (different shades for the top and the skirt) of shimmering jersey. An ultra chic thin gold belt and matching gold earrings finished her look. Shelley, as always, looked sensational.

Shelley in a pic from a spread

for Butterick Home Catalog, Winter 1977

News Around the World

Shelley in a poster

for the French fan magazine L'Illustré, 1979

Shelley became Charlie's newest Angel in 1979, and she jumped from being THE Charlie Girl to becoming Charlie's latest Superstar Angel. Shelley's casting made news around the world. It was a huge deal. "I still have not really recovered from the surprise of landing the part," Shelley said at the time. "Yesterday, I was a schnook, and today I can't get across the street" is how Shelley described her sudden rise to Hollywood stardom. "It has been quite a whirl," she said. "I was surprised by the amount of attention, but I had done a lot of press before. There was so much to do then, so you just deal with it," she added. Her casting made her an international superstar before she even filmed anything for the hit series.

a writeup about Shelley

from the Brazilian fan mag

Contigo! (With You!), Oct 1979

In October of 1979, Shelley's Charlie's Angels casting was written about in the Brazilian magazine Contigo! (With You!). The Portuguese-language magazine featured Shelley on its pages with a writeup entitled "She Faced 300 Contenders To Become The New Angel!" The writeup translates as follows:

She Faced 300 Contenders To Become The New Angel!

Kate Jackson's coveted spot has finally been filled

by the talented Shelley Hack.

After going through a rigorous selection process where beauty and talent were a must, Shelley Hack, a tall, sexy, 31-year-old, near-sighted blonde managed to beat out the three hundred candidates who auditioned for the coveted vacancy left by Kate Jackson on Charlie's Angels.

Among the many women who auditioned were two famous names: Barbara Bach, who appeared in a James Bond film, and Margareth Trudeau (ex-wife of the Prime Minister of Canada). But, after a dozen tests, the girl famous for appearing in commercials on American TV made the grade: the beautiful Shelley Hack.

She will be the perfect fill-in for the unforgettable Sabrina. She has that air of intelligence and she refuses to wear contact lenses, preferring to wear eye glasses when needed.

But Shelley doesn't intend to be a new Sabrina. Her character's name is Tiffany Welles and she will be as sexy as ex-Angel Farrah Fawcett-Majors.

Before winning the big race to become Charlie's (the mysterious boss of the Angels) newest detective, Shelley divided her time between a modeling career and an acting career.

On screen, she had a small role in the Woody Allen film Annie Hall. Not contented with her performance (she thinks she could have done better), she decided to take acting lessons. Now she feels she has a chance to show the world what she has learned.

Beating out the competition, she passed the auditions with flying colors. It just goes to show that this new Angel is determined to make it.

Housedress Chic

a closeup of Shelley

from a pic used in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, June 1972

In 1972, Shelley appeared on the pages of the June issue of Woman's Day magazine. Shelley appeared in the spread called "Fashion Finds" which featured great fashions that could be found in different parts of department stores. At the Housedress Department, women could find "carefree, pretty dresses" that were "hard to find at times". Shelley modeled the Ruffled-Hemline Dress that had floral stripes. It was a sleeveless mini dress for Raymondes by Norman Lafer and was perfect for daytime. A matching bangle and an effervescent smile was the only thing it needed. And Shelley wore both with ease and confidence. For more, check out: Fashion Finds 1

Shelley in a pic used in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, June 1972

Anne Moore and Barbara

screen captures of Shelley

with Tricia O'Neil (credited as Tricia O'Neill)

from the 1980 Charlie's Angels episode "Toni's Boys"

more screen captures of Shelley

with Tricia O'Neil (credited as Tricia O'Neill)

from the 1980 Charlie's Angels episode "Toni's Boys"

It is not uncommon to see actors working on different projects at different times, playing different characters - especially when there is good chemistry between them. Shelley had worked with several actors a couple of times during her Hollywood acting career. In 1980, actor Tricia O'Neil guest starred in the Charlie's Angels 4th season episode "Toni's Boys" - where Shelley was a series regular. She played Anne Moore, the woman who ran the Rochelle Modeling Agency which was owned by bad guy Michael Durano (played by Robert Loggia). Durano was out to get all three Angels but in the end was outsmarted by Antonia "Toni" Blake's boys/detectives. (Antonia Blake was played by Barbara Stanwyck and "Toni's Boys" was a backdoor pilot that wasn't picked up by the network). Shelley and Tricia's scene together went really well. In 1987, Tricia O'Neil became a recurring character in Shelley's other TV series Jack and Mike. She played Barbara, a co-worker of Jackie's (Shelley's character) at The Mirror. Jackie would play matchmaker for Barbara and Rick Scotti (another recurring character played by Vincent Baggetta). Like before, Shelley's rapport with Tricia was evident and their scenes together went smoothly as it did in Angels.

screen captures of Shelley with Tricia O'Neil

from the 1987 Jack and Mike episode "Charity Ball"

more screen captures

of Shelley with Tricia O'Neil

(as well as Tom Mason and Kevin Dunn)

from the 1987 Jack and Mike episode "Charity Ball"

Fragrance Coup

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie, 1977

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the brand. In 1977, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie called "A Great Triumph For You... Charlie's Fragrance Coup." It was a promo for Charlie's extra special dividend called Charlie's Fragrance Coup, a gift pack which contained the Charlie Body Silk Foambath, the Charlie Fragrance Bath Soap, the Charlie Body Silk Lotion and the Charlie perfume Spray. It was available for just $4.75 for any $5.00 or more purchase from the Charlie Fragrance Collection. Of course, Shelley appeared in the ad, Charlie Girl gorgeous as always.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

House Arrest Premiere

Shelley at the premiere

of the movie House Arrest in 1996

Shelley attended the Westwood premiere of the movie House Arrest. It was a family-oriented comedy directed her husband Harry Winer. It starred Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Pollak, Kyle Howard and Jennifer Love Hewitt, among others. Shelley and her daughter Devon Rose Winer, appeared in the movie.

Shelley at the premiere

of the movie House Arrest in 1996

Shelley had a brief cameo in the film. She played Dr. Erica Gilliland, Ph.D. but was left uncredited. The premiere was held at the Veterans Wadsworth Theatre in Westwood, California, in July of 1996; and Shelley, Harry and Rose were all in attendance. For more check out: 1996 Cameo

Shelley at the premiere

of the movie House Arrest in 1996

Notice behind her is Patrick Dempsey

from Grey's Anatomy

Latest Trends 1972 D

a closeup of Shelley with Steve Markham

in a pic from Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

Shelley appeared on many spreads and catalogs for Simplicity. 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. Aside from patterns and pattern guides, they've come out with pamphlets, books, booklets, magazines and pattern packages. Shelley appeared on the cover and pages of Simplicity School Catalog's Fall-Winter 1972 issue.

Shelley in a spread 

or Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

The spread called "Dresses Go Their Merry Way" featured a variety of long and short daytime dresses that could be worn for any occasion. Shelley wore pattern number 5150. It was a pattern for a misses' tie and mini-dress with detachable collar and cuffs. The collarless, princess seamed mini-dress had a high round neckline, set-in sleeves and a back zipper. Shelley wore the version with long sleeves (with contrasting detachable collar and cuffs) and a tie. Matching hose and footwear finished her look. And Shelley looked young, chic and up-to-the-minute.

Shelley with Steve Markham

in a pic from Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

Season Specials '74 C

a closeup of Shelley from a pic

for Glamour magazine, Dec 1974

Shelley appeared on many magazine covers and spreads throughout her modeling career. In December of 1974, she appeared in a spread for Glamour magazine called "Season Specials To Top Pants and Skirts." It featured the prettiest tops for that holiday season that had a special hand-worked feeling. They all had lace, crochet or beautiful openwork details. The photos used on the spread were taken by Shelley's then boyfriend Steen Svensson. In one pic, Shelley wore a V-necked pullover top with a crocheted yoke and short crocheted sleeves by Collage over a green colored pencil skirt by Rose Hips. Earrings and bracelets by Catherine Stein as well as a necklace by Michael Skiar accessorized her look. And, as always, Shelley looked effortlessly chic and downright sensational. For more, check out: Season Specials '74 A and Season Specials '74 B

Shelley in a pic from a spread

for Glamour magazine, Dec 1974

Angels in St. Thomas

a paparazzi pic of Shelley

during the 1979 filming

of the Charlie's Angels episode

"Love Boat Angels"

In 1979, Shelley was proclaimed as Charlie's newest Angel and she became a Hollywood superstar virtually overnight. Her face appeared on every magazine in the world and her casting was even mentioned in the evening news. "I couldn't believe it. What was I doing in the evening news?" Shelley exclaimed. In St. Thomas, at the Caribbean, where the Charlie's Angels season opener "Love Boat Angels" was to be shot, she described, surprised, "When I got off the plane, there were maybe eight million paparazzi. I looked around for Sophia Loren. It was for me. I couldn't believe it."

a paparazzi pic of Shelley with Cheryl Ladd, 

Bert Convy, Bo Hopkins and Jaclyn Smith

during the 1979 filming of the Charlie's Angels

episode "Love Boat Angels"

And Shelley's debut episode "Love Boat Angels" topped the Nielsen ratings. It was a crossover episode with another Aaron Spelling hit TV series The Love Boat. Aside from The Love Boat cast, Bert Convy, Bo Hopkins and Dick Sargent were brought in as special guests. The season was off to a great start and many predicted that Charlie's Angels would remain a ratings-topper for that coming season.

a paparazzi pic of Shelley

during the 1979 filming

of the Charlie's Angels

episode "Love Boat Angels"

Rain/Shine Chic

a closeup of Shelley

from a pic used in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, April 1973

In 1973, Shelley appeared on the pages of the April issue of Woman's Day. Shelley appeared with Susan Blakely on a spread called "Rain/ Shine Chic." They modeled lightweight coats that took "the weather (whatever it is) in stride." Shelley wore the Robe Wrap, a beige Dacron/cotton lightweight coat with black piping by London Fog. The pics were taken by Shelley's then boyfriend Steen Svensson. And Shelley looked fab as always.

Shelley and Susan Blakely in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, April 1973

Harley Dexter and Rick Scotti

screen captures of Shelley with Vincent Baggetta

from the 1980 Charlie's Angels episode 

"Three for the Money"

more screen captures

of Shelley with Vincent Baggetta

from the 1980 Charlie's Angels episode

"Three for the Money"

It is not uncommon to see actors working on different projects at different times, playing different characters - especially when there is good chemistry between them. Shelley had worked with several actors a couple of times during her Hollywood acting career. In 1980, actor Vincent Baggetta guest starred in the Charlie's Angels 4th season episode "Three for the Money" - where Shelley was a series regular. He played con man Harley Dexter, whom the Angels conned out of the money he conned out of the Angels' three clients. Angel Tiffany Welles, Shelley's character, posed as a senator's aide and conned Dexter into giving her $100,000 which she, in turn, returned to the one of the Angels' clients. Their scenes together worked really well. In 1986 and 1987, Vincent Baggetta also appeared as a recurring character in Shelley's other TV series Jack and Mike. He played Rick Scotti, an attorney who appeared occasionally in order to help Jackie Shea (Shelley's character) or Mike Brennan (Jackie's husband, played by Tom Mason) through some legal issues. Likewise, Shelley's rapport with Baggetta was evident and their scenes together went smoothly as it did in the past.

screen captures of Shelley with Vincent Baggetta

from the 1986 Jack and Mike pilot episode

more screen captures

of Shelley with Vincent Baggetta

from the 1986 Jack and Mike pilot episode

Shimmering Color Accents

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie, 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 American 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 newspaper ad

for Charlie cosmetics, 1980

In 1980, she appeared in an ad with the tagline "Charlie Colorlights, Shimmering Color Accents," which promoted Charlie's three new groups of shimmering colors for the cheeks, lips and nails (called Soft Red Colorlights, Rosy Colorlights and Magenta Colorlights). Also included in the ad was The Charlie-Go-Round promo. It was a promo pack worth only $7.00 for any Charlie Collection purchase. The promo pack contained an easy-to-carry compact that housed 4 eye shadows, 2 blushes and two exciting lip glosses (all in rich, exciting colors) plus a 6 oz. bottle spray of Charlie concentrated perfume. And, of course, Shelley was featured in the ad, Charlie Girl gorgeous as always.

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie, 1979

The First Family Rides Again

pics of Shelley taken during the recording

of the 1981 Rich Little comedy album

The First Family Rides Again

In 1981, Shelley participated in the comedy album The First Family Rides Again. The comedy album, which was co-written by Rich Little, was a follow-up to the 1960s First Family records (which spoofed John F. Kennedy and his family and staff). In this follow-up version, Rich Little played Ronald Reagan - as well as other impersonations. This version spoofed and poked some fun at President Ronald Reagan and his White House. Aside from Shelley, Melanie Chartoff, Michael Richards, Jenilee Harrison, Earle Doud, Bonzo and Vaughn Meader also participated in the fun. For more, check out: First Family and Comedy Album

promo pics of the cast and audience

taken during the recording

of the 1981 Rich Little comedy album

The First Family Rides Again

The comedy album was produced and directed by Earle Doud (who also did The First Family album about the Kennedys and Welcome to the LBJ Ranch among others) and was manufactured by Boardwalk Records, Inc. Side 1 of the vinyl record contained Act I Scenes 1 to 10. Side 2 contained Act II Scenes 1 to 8. It was also available in cassette format. The album Tracklist went as follows:

Side 1

Act I/Scene 1  Reaganomics

Act I/Scene 2  Wake Up

Act I/Scene 3  Happy Birthday

Act I/Scene 4  The Lincoln Room

Act I/Scene 5  Washington Portrait

Act I/Scene 6  Integration

Act I/Scene 7  Mr. Bill

Act I/Scene 8  God

Act I/Scene 9  The Funeral

Act I/Scene 10 Late Night Phone Call

Side 2

Act II/Scene 1 The Big Game

Act II/Scene 2 The Happening

Act II/Scene 3 Bugs

Act II/Scene 4 The Psychiatrist

Act II/Scene 5 Preparing The President

Act II/Scene 6 White House Tour

Act II/Scene 7 Air Force One

Act II/Scene 8 Press Conference

a short writeup about the comedy album

from the album's back cover

Latest Trends 1972 C

a closeup of Shelley in a pic from a spread

for Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

Shelley appeared on many spreads and catalogs for Simplicity. 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. Aside from patterns and pattern guides, they've come out with pamphlets, books, booklets, magazines and pattern packages. Shelley appeared on the cover and pages of Simplicity School Catalog's Fall-Winter 1972 issue.

Shelley in a spread

for Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

The spread called "A Tale Of Easy, Breezy Jumpers" featured jumpers in both mini and ankle lengths. Both lengths were in style, so it was really up to the wearer which length she preferred. Shelley wore pattern number 5205. It was a pattern for a misses' mini-jumper that could also be worn as a tunic over pants. It had a low round neckline, curved slits at the side seams, patch pockets and button trims. Shelley wore it over a long-sleeved turtleneck sweater top and finished her look with a matching hose and footwear. A matching brooch on her chest accessorized her look. Shelley also wore pattern number 5271. It was a pattern for a misses' super simple mini-jumper. It had a U-shaped neckline, extended shoulders forming cap sleeves and an opening at the center back neck. Likewise, Shelley wore it over a long-sleeved turtleneck sweater top and finished her look with a matching hose and footwear. A matching brooch on her neck and a coordinating skull cap accessorized her look. And in both jumpers, Shelley looked 1970s chic.

a closeup of Shelley in a pic from a spread

for Simplicity School Catalog's

Fall-Winter 1972 issue

Season Specials '74 B

a closeup of Shelley from a pic

for Glamour magazine, Dec 1974

Shelley appeared on many magazine covers and spreads throughout her modeling career. In December of 1974, she appeared in a spread for Glamour magazine called "Season Specials To Top Pants and Skirts." It featured the prettiest tops for that holiday season that had a special hand-worked feeling. They all had lace, crochet or beautiful openwork details. The photos used on the spread were taken by Shelley's then boyfriend Steen Svensson. In one pic, Shelley wore a super sheer sweater set (a tank plus a cardigan) by Campari over a melon-colored rib knit pencil skirt by Rose Hips. A scarf by Baar & Beards and a bracelet by Red Cobra accessorized her look. And, as always, Shelley looked effortlessly chic and downright sensational.

Shelley in a pic from a spread

for Glamour magazine, Dec 1974 

Perfect Fill In

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie's Angels, 1979

"Who is going to take over Kate Jackson's slot in the hit TV series Charlie's Angels?" That was the question in everyone's mind in 1979. In June of 1979, it was announced. The new Angel had really been cast; and THE Charlie Girl Shelley Hack had won the role of Tiffany Welles. She was going to be Charlie's classiest and most educated Angel. Shelley was hounded by the paparazzi from then on. She was Hollywood's newest "it girl" and she appeared in virtually every newspaper and magazine around the world.

a writeup about Shelley joining the cast

of  Charlie' Angels, 1979

Upon the announcement of Shelley's Angels casting in 1979, almost immediately, tongues began wagging about how Charlie's new Angel trio didn't get along, how the Angels set was in turmoil. Writeups began to come out about Cheryl not wanting Shelley in the show because she's blonde as well, about how Jaclyn not wanting Shelley cast because she was competition for the "classy Angel" title. The stories were numerous and many of them were ridiculous if not hilarious. The truth is Cheryl and Jaclyn both felt comfortable with her and knew they could work with Shelley. Jaclyn even said she was the perfect fill in for Kate Jackson.

Shelley and Cheryl Ladd

with an Angels crew member

on the set of the Charlie's Angels episode

"Love Boat Angels", 1979

Classy Classic Clothes 3

a closeup of Shelley

from a pic used in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, April 1973

Shelley appeared on many issues of what was known as the Seven Sisters group of magazines. The Seven Sisters magazines were Woman's Day, Redbook, McCall's, Ladies' Home Journal, Good Housekeeping, Family Circle and Better Homes and Gardens. They all catered to married women with children rather than single working women. The magazines featured homemaking and crafts, food and nutrition, health and fitness, beauty and fashion advice and articles. In 1973, Shelley appeared on the pages of the April issue of Woman's Day.

Shelley and Susan Blakely in a spread

for Woman's Day mag, April 1973

Shelley appeared in the fashion spread called "Classy Classic Clothes." It featured clothes "you can count on" and "build a whole wardrobe around." It featured classic fashion pieces that could be mixed and matched with other pieces in any woman's current wardrobe. Shelley wore The Daytime Suit  - a shortstop jacket over a pleated, pocket-tabbed skirt, both in beige. She wore a fab floral-print blouse under her chic jacket. A cute be-ribboned headband, an up-to-the-minute tote, a matching bangle and a pair of platform sandals finished her look. And Shelley looked fab as always. Susan Blakely and another male model appeared on the spread as well. For more, check out: Classy Classic Clothes 2

Shelley in a pic used for a spread

for Woman's Day mag, April 1973

Trackdown Telefilm 11

screen captures from the telefilm

Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

October 2023 will be the 40th anniversary of the telefilm Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer. Initially released on October 15, 1983, the film was based on the case that inspired the Judith Rossener novel Looking for Mr. Goodbar. Based on the brutal and shocking murder of Roseann Quinn in January of 1973 (Quinn was a late-20s schoolteacher for deaf children in New York City), this particular telefilm was a dramatization and recreation of the investigation into the 1973 homicide - with Quinn renamed Mary Alice Nolan. In the film, George Segal played New York detective John Grafton who only had a cartoon drawing found at the crime scene as lead. In the course of his investigation, he meets Logan Gay (Shelley Hack), Mary Alice's friend and co-teacher. Logan would later help Grafton in his investigation. Tracy Pollan played Eileen Grafton, John Grafton's daughter.

screen captures from the telefilm

Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

1983 was a landmark year for Shelley. It was the year she starred in the Martin Scorsese feature film The King of Comedy with Robert De Niro and the filmed-for-TV play Close Ties. It was the year she starred in Found Money alongside comedy greats Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar. It was also the year she starred in her second TV series, Cutter to Houston, with Alec Baldwin and Jim Metzler. And it was the year she starred in Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer with industry veteran George Segal (in his first made-for-TV movie). The best part was, Shelley received critical acclaim for all her acting efforts for that year.

screen captures from the telefilm

Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer, 1983

Charlie Stamp

Shelley in a promo pic for Charlie, 1978

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. 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. She catapulted the brand, as well as herself, to iconic status. She appeared on many, many ads as well as promotional materials for Charlie. In 1978, her image appeared on a promotional stamp for Charlie. And Shelley looked fabulous as ever.

Shelley in a promotional stamp for Charlie, 1978