Joey G and Parade Dresses 1971

a closeup of Shelley from an ad

that featured her wearing a dress

with a matching jacket by Parade, 1971

Shelley appeared on many ads during her Supermodel days. In 1971, she appeared in an ad called "Fortrel Motivates: The Suitables." It featured fun military-inspired suit-style fashions that were made by various designers and clothes manufacturers. They were all made from Fortrel, a polyester fiber. Polyester was a popular clothing fabric at the time because it didn't need to be ironed as it was wrinkle proof, was long-lasting and was cheaper that natural fabrics. In other words, it was a very practical fabric choice.

Shelley in an ad that featured her

wearing dresses with matching jackets

by Joey G and Parade, 1971

In the ad, Shelley wore an outfit by Joey G for Smith and Jones. Shelley wore a schoolgirl dress that came with a matching jacket. For more, check out: Joey G Dress 1971 She also wore an outfit by Parade. It was a dress that had an A-line skirt with a couple of black piping details near the hem. It came with a matching hood-less Alpine jacket with flapped patch pockets. Black piping details were also added down the front and around the hem of the jacket, around the wrists and on the pocket flaps. Knee-high Argyle socks and heeled lace-up footwear finished her look. A beret and a matching bracelet accessorized her outfit. And, as always, Shelley looked chic, young and fabulous. For more on this ad spread, check out: Ruth Manchester Dress 1971

Shelley in an ad that featured her wearing a dress

with a matching jacket by Parade, 1971

A Delightful Telefilm

a closeup of Shelley from a promo pic

for the telefilm Bridesmaids, 1989

In 1989, Shelley appeared in the telefilm Bridesmaids along with Sela Ward, Brooke Adams and Stephanie Faracy. It was about a group of childhood friends who reunite at their childhood town to attend the wedding of a fifth friend. As they prepare for the ceremony, they rediscover their friendship, reveal their secrets and help each other find peace and happiness.

a news writeup/promo

about the telefilm Bridesmaids, 1989

The film is light and is a delight to watch. The main cast worked well together and got great support from Audra Lindley and Jack Coleman. It was first aired on February 21, 1989; and the telefilm  later became a staple on cable TV in the 1990s. It's been released on VHS format in the US and other parts of the world. It's a very pleasant watch and is highly recommended.

Shelley with (l-r) Stephanie Faracy,

Brooke Adams and Sela Ward

in a promo pic for the telefilm Bridesmaids, 1989

The Million Dollar Face

Shelley on the cover

of Mademoiselle magazine, January 1974

Shelley was a fresh-faced beauty during her Supermodel days. While other models projected unabashed sexiness, Shelley projected a fresh, wholesome, somewhat innocent and androgynous look that was perfectly in sync with the era. It set her apart from the other models of the time. But when she smiled, it was a totally different ballgame. It was downright sexy and could light up an entire room. She had a smile that could disarm and melt hearts.

details about Shelley's cover

for Mademoiselle magazine, January 1974

Shelley appeared on many magazine covers throughout her modeling career. One of them the cover of Mademoiselle magazine in January 1974. It was taken by her then boyfriend, photographer Steen Svensson (credited as Steen Svenssen). Dubbed the "Million Dollar Face," her cover look was described as positively radiant and elegant in an unselfconscious way, like the very rich. She wore makeup by Max Factor, and her hair was done by Malerie of Davian. With her shirt and sweater by Kasper for J.L. Sport, she looked absolutely sensational.

an outtake pic of Shelley's cover

for Mademoiselle magazine, January 1974

TV Tales Angels 3

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

In 2002, the E! network aired the special TV Tales: Charlie's Angels. It was about the legendary TV series Charlie's Angels - its inception, history and legacy. It was aired prior to the 2003 release of Charlie's Angels Full Throttle, the second Angels movie. All six Angels from the original TV series (as well as the executive  producers and the show's production team) appeared in it and each Angel was given a chance to talk about her experience doing the show. Each girl gave their thoughts and views about what they went through and what the show meant to them. It also informed viewers about the post-Angels projects of each actress and goings-on with each of them so far.

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

The casting of Shelley as Tiffany Welles on Charlie's Angels in 1979 was, of course, discussed in the special. Her being THE Charlie Girl during the time she was cast was mentioned and was stated as one of the pivotal reasons why she was chosen ("THE Charlie Girl Becomes Charlie's Newest Angel" was a headline producer Aaron Spelling couldn't resist.) "I was on the evening news. I was in all the newspapers. It was a huge deal," Shelley recalled. Shelley's debut episode "Love Boat Angels" topped the Nielsen ratings which was a huge boost for the show (it had slipped significantly in the ratings the year before - from #4 in 1977 to #12 in 1978.) But as the season progressed, she was consistently given little to say and do. Shelley said, "It was an awkward introduction. I was hardly in the first couple of shows. I don't know why that is." Consequently, viewers lost interest, and the show began to dip in the ratings. When she was finally given "equal status" with the other Angels, it was too late. The show had seriously slipped in the ratings. Shelley's assessed, "The other networks had two years to try to counter-program. They were counter-programming more effectively every year. And that's what was happening." So, after just one season, Shelley left the show. "I never expected to be there more than a year and I wasn't," Shelley said. "So I did my year and I moved on. That was just fine. That was plenty for me." It seems Charlie's most private Angel found the Angel spotlight a little too overwhelming.

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

Charlie's Surprise Bag 2

Shelley in a promo pic

for Charlie perfume, 1978

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the brand. In 1978, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie called "Charlie's Surprise Bag." It was a promo that offered a tote bag that folded up small to pack flat in any suitcase... then opened up big to hold anything from beach gear to vacation souvenirs. It was a dividend for just $6.75 with any $5.00 or more purchase from the Charlie Collection by Revlon. And with the tote came 2 bars of Charlie Fragrant Body Silk Soap, a container of Charlie Body Silk Perfumed Powder and a bottle of concentrated Charlie Perfume Spray. Now wasn't that a great surprise? And of course, Shelley appeared in the ad, Charlie gorgeous as ever.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1978

Evolving Roles

Shelley in a promo pic

for Single Bars, Single Women, 1984

Shelley starred as Frankie, a truck-stop waitress looking to move on from her former flame Gabe (played by Paul Michael Glaser) in the 1984 TV movie Single Bars, Single Women. The film explored the bar scene as seen in the eyes of women. It was a time when gender roles were evolving and the rules of dating were changing... fast. No longer in need of escorts and chaperones, women could now go bar-hopping alone to meet the men they wanted to meet. Women were becoming more confident in going out on their own and looking for love and companionship. Tony Danza, Keith Gordon, Christine Lahti, Mare Winningham and Kathleen Wilhoite completed the cast. It was directed by Shelley's future hubby Harry Winer.

Shelley with Paul Michael Glaser in a promo pic

for Single Bars, Single Women, 1984

Stylish Knit Tops 1971

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog

Shelley has appeared on many spreads for many catalogs from the late '60s to the mid-'70s. Many Supermodels at the time appeared in the most popular catalogs during the era like Cheryl Tiegs, Beverly Johnson, Patti Hansen and Shelley Smith, just to name a few. Many models who eventually became actresses also appeared in the catalogs like Veronica Hamel, Erin Grey, Kim Basinger and Pam Dawber.

Shelley on a spread

for the Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on the pages of many catalogs for Montgomery Ward. In 1971, she appeared on the Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog in a spread called "Switchables." The spread featured stylish ribbed knit tops and equally stylish knit separates. Shelley wore the Ringed Up Zipper top in red. It was an easy-to-slip-into mock turtle top with a zipper down the front that had a ring zipper pull. She wore it over a pair of up-to-the-minute casual pants. A clip on her hair and a fancy ring finished her look. She also wore the short-sleeved version of the same top, but this time in navy. And Shelley looked fash and fab in both.

closeups of Shelley from a spread

on Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog

Joey G Dress 1971

a closeup of Shelley from an ad

that featured her wearing a dress

with a matching jacket by Joey G, 1971

Shelley appeared on many ads during her Supermodel days. In 1971, she appeared in an ad called "Fortrel Motivates: The Suitables." It featured fun military-inspired suit-style fashions that were made by various designers and clothes manufacturers. They were all made from Fortrel, a polyester fiber. Polyester was a popular clothing fabric at the time because it didn't need to be ironed as it was wrinkle proof, was long-lasting and was cheaper that natural fabrics. In other words, it was a very practical fabric choice. In the ad, Shelley wore an outfit by Joey G for Smith and Jones. Shelley wore a schoolgirl dress that came with a matching jacket. The dress had a contrasting long-sleeved top with a Peter Pan collar and a matching tie. The skirt was knee length. The matching cardigan-style jacket was in the same fabric as the skirt, had long sleeves, a belt and contrasting buttons. A beret, knee-high socks and lace-up footwear finished her look. And Shelley looked chic, young and fab as always.

Shelley in an ad that featured her

wearing a dress with a matching jacket

by Joey G, 1971

Supermodel To Superstar Angel

Shelley in a promo pic from 1980

Shelley Hack was a rising star in the late-1970s. She was already a certified Supermodel, recognized as Revlon's fabulous Charlie Girl wherever she went. She made an appearance in the Academy Award winning Woody Allen film Annie Hall and had her first leading lady role in the film If Ever I See You Again. In 1979, she guest starred in the TV series Married: The First Year, garnered the lead role in the TV movie Death Car on the Freeway, then was cast as Kate Jackson's replacement in Charlie's Angels. The latter catapulted the Supermodel to Hollywood superstardom.

Shelley on the cover

of the Greek magazine Manina, 1980

Look of Love

Shelley in a pic for a for Ship'n Shore ad, 1969

Shelley appeared on many ads for Ship'n Shore during her modeling career. Ship'n Shore was a women's clothing line that specialized in affordable women's blouses. It was one of the big brands in the mid-20th century and was known to produce garments of good quality. In 1969, Shelley appeared in their ad which had the tagline "The Look of Love by Ship'n Shore" and it featured blouses "in the captivating spirit of Juliet." The Juliet Shirt had billowing sleeves and was in whispering crepe. Shelley wore the version in heroine plaid and was nothing but lovely.

Shelley in an ad for Ship'n Shore, 1969

TV Tales Angels 2

 screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

In 2002, the E! network aired the special TV Tales: Charlie's Angels. It was about the legendary TV series Charlie's Angels - its inception, history and legacy. It was aired prior to the 2003 release of Charlie's Angels Full Throttle, the second Angels movie. All six Angels from the original TV series (as well as the executive  producers and the show's production team) appeared in it and each Angel was given a chance to talk about her experience doing the show. Each girl gave their thoughts and views about what they went through and what the show meant to them. It also informed viewers about the post-Angels projects of each actress and goings-on with each of them so far.

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

The casting of Shelley as Tiffany Welles on Charlie's Angels in 1979 was, of course, discussed in the special. Her being THE Charlie Girl during the time she was cast was mentioned and was stated as one of the pivotal reasons why she was chosen ("THE Charlie Girl Becomes Charlie's Newest Angel" was a headline producer Aaron Spelling couldn't resist.) "I was on the evening news. I was in all the newspapers. It was a huge deal," Shelley recalled. Shelley's debut episode "Love Boat Angels" topped the Nielsen ratings which was a huge boost for the show (it had slipped significantly in the ratings the year before - from #4 in 1977 to #12 in 1978.) But as the season progressed, she was consistently given little to say and do. Shelley said, "It was an awkward introduction. I was hardly in the first couple of shows. I don't know why that is." Consequently, viewers lost interest, and the show began to dip in the ratings. When she was finally given "equal status" with the other Angels, it was too late. The show had seriously slipped in the ratings. Shelley's assessed, "The other networks had two years to try to counter-program. They were counter-programming more effectively every year. And that's what was happening." So, after just one season, Shelley left the show. "I never expected to be there more than a year and I wasn't," Shelley said. "So I did my year and I moved on. That was just fine. That was plenty for me." It seems Charlie's most private Angel found the Angel spotlight a little too overwhelming.

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

Charlie's Put-Ons 5

Shelley in a 1977 promo pic

for Charlie perfume, wearing

the  Charlie T-Shirt and Scarf promo items

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 promoting "Charlie's Put-Ons." It was a promo that offered customers a chance to purchase a $20 worth Charlie T-Shirt and Scarf combo for only $6 for every $5 or more purchase from the Charlie collection. The T-shirt was blue and came in sizes S-M-L. And the long scarf was blue, yellow and white striped. Of course, Shelley looked fab in them.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

Researching for Frankie

Shelley on the cover

of The Sunday Herald

TV and Cable Magazine, Oct 1984

Shelley starred in the 1984 TV movie Single Bars, Single Women. Based on the 1982 Dolly Parton song "Single Women," the film explored the singles scene for women - post women's lib where women were joining the work force in droves and earning their own keep. Women were going out on their own, sans escorts and chaperones; so the rules of dating were changing... fast. Women would go bar-hopping alone to meet the men they wanted to meet. "It's almost impossible for younger men and women to meet people in the big cities, and single bars have become one of the best and quickest ways," Shelley observed.

a writeup about Shelley starring

in Single Bars, Single Women, 1984

Shelley would always do research for any role she was about to play. And in 1984, when she got the part of truck-stop waitress Frankie in the TV movie Single Bars, Single Women, she went into singles bars disguised in a black wig and heavy makeup. She wanted to see what was going on with the kind of women who went there (because Frankie was a singles bar patron). Shelley said, "It's hard to watch what's going on in a big, crowded bar. But I did see some men and women meet, have a drink, talk for a while and then leave together. But that wasn't too common." Shelley added, "The amount of attention a woman draws depends on her attitude. It depends on how much you put out." She also tried her hand at being a truck-stop waitress like Frankie. "I even researched being a waitress by working in a truck stop in Provo (Utah) where we filmed most of the movie. I learned a great deal in the café, too. I made a lot of money in tips and learned some tricks about turning down customers without hurting their feelings," she said.

Shelley in a promo pic

for Single Bars, Single Women, 1984

The Place For Pants 2

a closeup of Shelley from a spread

on Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog

Shelley appeared on the pages of many catalogs for Montgomery Ward. In 1971, she appeared on the Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog in a spread called "The Place For Pants And The Wide-Leg Fashion Jeans." The spread featured stylish tops and jeans ensembles for the modern young women of the 1970s. Shelley wore a knit top that took a denim look (it had long sleeves, a wide collar and a button placket front) over a pair of jeans striped with solid colors and a pattern (it was slightly textured, had a zip fly front and 4 pockets). A belt with a unique buckle and lace-up heeled footwear finished her look. And Shelley looked fashionable and fabulous.

Shelley on a spread

for the Montgomery Ward Fall and Winter 1971 catalog

Ruth Manchester Dress 1971

a closeup of Shelley from an ad

that featured her wearing a dress

by Ruth Manchester, 1971

Shelley appeared on many ads during her Supermodel days. In 1971, she appeared in an ad called "Fortrel Motivates: The Suitables." It featured fun military-inspired suit-style fashions that were made by various designers and clothes manufacturers. They were all made from Fortrel, a polyester fiber. Polyester was a popular clothing fabric at the time because it didn't need to be ironed as it was wrinkle proof, was long-lasting and was cheaper that natural fabrics. In other words, it was a very practical fabric choice.

Shelley in an ad that featured her

wearing a dress by Ruth Manchester, 1971

In the ad, Shelley wore a dress by Ruth Manchester for Ruth Manchester, Ltd. Ruth Manchester was a fashion designer and a pioneer in the area of junior sportswear. She started her eponymous fashion line in the mid-1960s. Shelley wore a Cossack-military-coat-inspired dress with a below-the-knee skirt, long bishop sleeves and a Chinese collar. A fun perforated belt and similar-looking perforated footwear finished her look. A matching bright-colored hose and a bright-colored headband tied around her curled hair gave her look a soft, youthful vibe. And Shelley looked chic, fun and fab as always.

Shelley in an ad that featured her

wearing a dress by Ruth Manchester, 1971

Cancelled Too Soon?

Shelley in a promo pic

for the TV series Cutter to Houston, 1983

1983 was a landmark year for Shelley as she received critical acclaim for all her acting efforts that year. 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 the TV movies Found Money (alongside comedy greats Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar) and Trackdown: Finding the Goodbar Killer (with industry veteran George Segal). To cap the year off, she starred in her second TV series, Cutter to Houston, with Golden Globe nominated actor Jim Metzler and The Doctors star Alec Baldwin.

a writeup about Cutter to Houston's

cancellation from October 29, 1983

But Cutter to Houston was unfortunately short-lived. It began airing in the fall of 1983 and it received mixed reviews. It had great promise though; plus, the cast had an easy rapport and was talented enough to carry an hour-long drama. It was aired Saturday nights and had a difficult time finding an audience. Aside from the bad time slot, it seemed to have lost network confidence early on (a "sleeper hit" wasn't a common notion at the time.) It was first aired on October 1, 1983; and after 4 original episodes, it was announced cancelled by October 29, 1983. Replays and three more original episodes were aired until December 31, 1983. There were two more completed episodes; but they weren't aired during the show's initial 1983 run.

Shelley in a promo pic

for the TV series Cutter to Houston, 1983

Slack Set and Blouse '72

a closeup of Shelley from the ad

for Inwood Knitting Mills, 1972

Shelley was a busy model in the 1970s. She appeared in many TV and print ads. In 1972, she appeared in a print ad for Inwood Knitting Mills, a textile manufacturing company. It was advertisement for their latest double knit fabrics. Double knit fabrics are knitted fabrics made with a double set of needles to produce a double thickness of fabric; each thickness is joined by interlocking stitches. Shelley wore Simplicity pattern 9871, a slack set and blouse made from double knit fabric. A knitted skull cap and two-toned footwear finished her look. Shelley looked seventies sensational in her fabulous double knit ensemble. For more, check out the two-page version of the ad at: 1972 Ad

Shelley in an ad for Inwood Knitting Mills, 1972

TV Tales Angels 1

an artwork of the Angels

from the original Charlie's Angels TV series

(left or right) Jaclyn Smith, Shelley Hack, Kate Jackson,

Farrah Fawcett, Tanya Roberts and Cheryl Ladd

In 2002, the E! network aired the special TV Tales: Charlie's Angels. It was about the legendary TV series Charlie's Angels - its inception, history and legacy. It was aired prior to the 2003 release of Charlie's Angels Full Throttle, the second Angels movie. All six Angels from the original TV series (as well as the executive  producers and the show's production team) appeared in it and each Angel was given a chance to talk about her experience doing the show. Each girl gave their thoughts and views about what they went through and what the show meant to them. It also informed viewers about the post-Angels projects of each actress and goings-on with each of them so far.

screen captures of the Angels

from the original Charlie's Angels TV series

as they appeared on the E! network special

TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

The casting of Shelley as Tiffany Welles on Charlie's Angels in 1979 was, of course, discussed in the special. Her being THE Charlie Girl during the time she was cast was mentioned and was stated as one of the pivotal reasons why she was chosen ("THE Charlie Girl Becomes Charlie's Newest Angel" was a headline producer Aaron Spelling couldn't resist.) "I was on the evening news. I was in all the newspapers. It was a huge deal," Shelley recalled. Shelley's debut episode "Love Boat Angels" topped the Nielsen ratings which was a huge boost for the show (it had slipped significantly in the ratings the year before - from #4 in 1977 to #12 in 1978.) But as the season progressed, she was consistently given little to say and do. Shelley noticed, "It was an awkward introduction. I was hardly in the first couple of shows. I don't know why that is." Consequently, viewers lost interest, and the show began to dip in the ratings. When she was finally given "equal status" with the other Angels, it was too late. The show had seriously slipped in the ratings. Shelley's assessed, "The other networks had two years to try to counter-program. They were counter-programming more effectively every year. And that's what was happening." So, after just one season, Shelley left the show. "I never expected to be there more than a year and I wasn't," Shelley said. "So I did my year and I moved on. That was just fine. That was plenty for me." It seems Charlie's most private Angel found the Angel spotlight a little too overwhelming.

screen captures of Shelley

from E! network's TV Tales: Charlie's Angels

Charlie's Put-Ons 4

Shelley in a 1977 promo pic for Charlie perfume,

wearing the  Charlie T-Shirt and Scarf promo items

Shelley first became famous in the 1970s as THE Charlie Girl.  In 1976, she was hand-picked to represent the Revlon Charlie brand, as she was the embodiment the brand's ideal – gorgeous, sexy and young. Makeup artist Rick Gillette recalls, "Shelley Hack was really the perfect girl for Charlie. I remember when Revlon creative director David Leddick had Steen Svensson shoot the first presentation with her that got her the contract." They shot a commercial with her and when it debuted, it was an immediate and immense hit. By 1977, Charlie became the #1 fragrance in the world (the first American-made international bestseller) and Revlon sales figures passed the $1 billion mark. Shelley THE Charlie Girl had catapulted to icon.

Shelley in a newspaper ad

for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1978

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl and appeared in many, many ads for the brand. In 1978, she appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie promoting "Charlie's Put-Ons." It was a promo that offered customers a chance to purchase a $20 worth Charlie T-Shirt and Scarf combo for only $6 for every $5 purchase from the Charlie collection. The T-shirt was blue and came in sizes S-M-L. And the long scarf was blue, yellow and white striped. Of course, Shelley looked fab in them.

Shelley in a 1977 promo pic for Charlie perfume,

wearing the  Charlie T-Shirt and Scarf promo items

A Promising Show

Shelley with Tom Mason in a promo pic

for their 1986 TV series Jack and Mike

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 newspaper. Her column was awaited by everyone every week. Her husband was Mike Brennan (played by Tom Mason), a successful restaurateur. The series was one of the most promising shows in the 1986 fall TV lineup.

a writeup about Jack and Mike from 1986