Saturday, September 6, 2025

Get Together Time

a closeup of Shelley from an ad
for Pandora fashions, 1970

Shelley was a much sought-after model during her modeling days. She appeared in many print ads, including ads for Pandora. The Pandora Sweater company was founded in 1936. By the 1970s, it was an established clothing company catering to young misses. In 1970, Shelley appeared in an ad for the brand with the tagline "It's Pandora 'Get Together' Time," which showcased Pandora's nouveau plaid play-togethers that could be worn over Pandora's own "Le Cat" body stocking - in other words, the brand's latest collection in plaid that could be worn over their latest body stocking line. In the ad, Shelley wore the "Le Cat" in solo with its matching skull cap. She was surrounded by other teen superstar models Lucy Angle, Colleen Corby, Terry Reno, and Kay Campbell. And Shelley looked absolutely fab.

Shelley in an ad
for Pandora fashions, 1970

Glamorous Hollywood Star

Shelley in a glamorous promo pic
for Jack and Mike, 1986

Shelley experienced a career upswing in 1986. Her third TV series, Jack and Mike, was doing fairly well and getting decent ratings ("in the middle of the pack," as some writers put it). And after a first order of a pilot and 12 episodes, the ABC network ordered five more episodes in 1987. Naturally, Shelley was featured in many newspapers and magazines (as promo for her new TV series), where she talked about her career so far and her plans for the future. And since she was one of the more glamorous stars in Hollywood at the time, writeups about her looks, hair, and style would also crop up. Glamorous pics of Shelley appeared on many magazines.

Shelley in a glamorous promo pic
for Jack and Mike, 1986

Favorite Classic Sweaters 2

a closeup of Shelley from a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalogs throughout her modeling career, from the late '60s to the late '70s. Mail-order catalogs were at the height of its popularity at the time. They were big-book size publications that contained a list and pictures of the general merchandise from, usually, a department store that were available for purchase and delivery straight to the homes of their customers. Everything from homeware to toys were featured in these catalogs... as well as garments and the latest fashion pieces. Sears was an American chain of department stores founded in 1892. Aside from the big-book catalogs, they came out with tabloid-sized catalogs that featured items on sale. In 1970, Shelley appeared on the pages of the Sears Fall and Winter 1970 catalog. She appeared in the spread called "Favorite Classic Sweaters," which featured sweater and skirt sets. She wore the V-Neck Pullover long-sleeved sweater with the Dickey (a pullover style rib-knit turtleneck) underneath it. She wore it with the Skirt, a panel rib-knit pull-on style skirt with an elasticized waistband. and she finished her look with the Suede Belt (a 2-inch leather belt  with an antique-look-gold metal buckle). And Shelley looked sensational in the classic sweater and skirt ensemble.

Shelley in a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Found Money TV Movie 2

Shelley in a screen capture
from the TV movie Found Money, 1983

Shelley appeared alongside comedy legends Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar in the 1983 TV movie Found Money. The movie was about computer expert Max Shepherd and security guard Sam Green, two former employees of First National Bank who have been let go with little to no benefits after decades of employment. Max uses his computer skills to create an account in the bank using the money from inactive accounts that are automatically transferred to the state when not claimed after five years. Using the name Seymour Good, head of The Invisible Friend Inc., he transfers the money to accounts of ordinary citizens who bring kindness to the world. After some convincing, Sam joins Max in his quest. As good Samaritans begin receiving the money, the story is picked up by the press and is covered by reporter Leslie Phillips (Shelley Hack) who becomes Max's love interest.

screen captures from the TV movie
Found Money, 1983

Shelley found both Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar "very generous to work with" but had to keep up with the their pace. "You had to work so fast, because everything was left loose," she told TV Guide. "I felt like I kind of jumped on a moving train," she added. As for Shelley's performance in Found Money, Television writer Fred Rothenberg said "Miss Hack's acting has improved since she played one of Charlie's Angels." Shelley said of the TV movie, "It's a whole type of distinctly American comedy, the closest to theater on film I'd ever gotten." Prior to Found Money, Shelley had starred in several stage plays in the early 1980s and had received excellent reviews for her performances. She was also cast in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she held her own in scenes opposite acting giant Robert De Niro; she got excellent reviews for her performance in the film as well. Shelley had come a very long way indeed.

screen captures from the TV movie
Found Money, 1983

Soft Pack

Shelley in a promo pic
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1976

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. Shelley's image catapulted the brand to iconic status and everybody in the world wanted to be a Charlie Girl. 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. The Charlie brand was so popular that a masculine counterpart was created and was named Chaz. Both Charlie and Chaz were derived from the name of Revlon's founder Charles Revson.

Shelley in a newspaper ad
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

In 1977, Shelley appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie promoting "The Soft Pack." It was a promo that offered customers a chance to purchase a sleek travel bag that handled suits and dresses with equal ease. Just put either or both on the special hanger, zip the bag up, and you're all set to go. The travel bag was valued at $18.50 but could be purchased for just $6.00 for any $5.00 or more purchase from the Charlie or Chaz collection by Revlon. And, as always, Shelley was gorgeous in the fabulous ad.

Shelley in a promo pic
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1976

Even More AI Vidoes

a screen capture of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(once more, thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

It's 2025, and AI videos are becoming more and more commonplace as ever, particularly AI vids created by fans of Hollywood celebrities and luminaries. AI videos are videos created or modified through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Kiko Chehin is a European classic dancer, choreographer, Reiki Master and a longtime Farrah Fawcett and Charlie's Angels fan. He has created several fabulous AI vids of Farrah and the other Angels (including Shelley, of course). His AI vids of Shelley (and the other Angels) are absolutely gorgeous and breathtakingly realistic. You can view them at his TikTok page - "kiko.chehin". You can also view them at his Instagram page - "kikochehin". Thank you so much Kiko Chehin for creating and posting these AI vids. And please create and post even more!!!

screen captures of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(once more, thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

Sew The New Headliners 2

a closeup of Shelley from a pic used
in a spread for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Simplicity Fashion News was a monthly pamphlet Simplicity came out with to showcase their latest patterns. The Simplicity Pattern Company had been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and had allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. Aside from the pamphlets, they came out with books, magazines and pattern packages. Shelley appeared on the pages of Simplicity Fashion News, on their February 1970 issue. In the spread called "Sew The New Headliners," she modeled outfits enhanced with "touches of peasantry." She modeled pattern number 9225 - which could either be a mini-dress or an overblouse and pants set. The mini-dress was gathered to yoke, had a lowered square neckline, and had short set-in sleeves. It could be trimmed with embroidered braid or ribbon... or made with elastic casings in the sleeves. It could also be worn with a purchased belt. The same dress could be shortened and turned into a blouse... by which a pair of matching pants with elastic waistline casing could be made. Shelley wore both versions and looked absolutely adorable in them. (For more, check out: Sew The New Headliners 1 and Touches of Peasantry)

Shelley in a pic used in a spread
for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Modern Woman

a closeup of Shelley from a spread
for the Lana Lobell Primavera (Spring) '73
Spanish-language catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalogs during her modeling days. One of the catalogs Shelley appeared in was Lana Lobell which was first launched in 1950 by dress store owner Boris Leavitt (he named it after his daughter) and featured pretty, feminine fashions that were wearable and comfy to boot. The catalog was also translated into Spanish for Spanish-speaking countries in South America. Shelley appeared on spreads in the Lana Lobell Primavera (Spring) '73 Spanish-language catalog. In the spread called "For The Modern Woman," she wore The Palazzo Pants which was made up of a layered-look top with smooth-knit sleeves, a cowl collar and back zip over a pair of palazzo pants with an elastic waist. Matching footwear finished her look. And Shelley looked chic and modern.

Shelley in a spread
for the Lana Lobell Primavera (Spring) '73
Spanish-language catalog

Public Defender Sullivan

Shelley with Harry Anderson
in a publicity pic for Night Court, 1984

In 1984, Shelley joined the cast of the nighttime sitcom Night Court for its second season (replacing Paula Kelly). She was cast to play public defender Christine Sullivan and the character was going to be romantically involved with Judge Harry Stone (played by Harry Anderson). Shelley was delighted and excited to do comedy. "Comedy is a complete departure for me," she said, "but it's something I've always wanted to do and, besides, I love the show already just as a viewer." But when the series started shooting, at the last minute, executive producer Reinhold Weege decided she wasn't right for the part. And Shelley felt the same way. "I liked the show. They offered me the role. I went and met with them and liked them," Shelley said. "But what happened was the role was changed somewhere between that meeting and my first day on the set," she explained. So the actress and the producer mutually and amicably agreed to call the whole thing off.

a writeup about Shelley joining
the cast of Night Court, 1984

Favorite Classic Sweaters 1

a closeup of Shelley from a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalogs throughout her modeling career, from the late '60s to the late '70s. Mail-order catalogs were at the height of its popularity at the time. They were big-book size publications that contained a list and pictures of the general merchandise from, usually, a department store that were available for purchase and delivery straight to the homes of their customers. Everything from homeware to toys were featured in these catalogs... as well as garments and the latest fashion pieces. Sears was an American chain of department stores founded in 1892. Aside from the big-book catalogs, they came out with tabloid-sized catalogs that featured items on sale. In 1970, Shelley appeared on the pages of the Sears Fall and Winter 1970 catalog. She appeared in the spread called "Favorite Classic Sweaters," which featured sweater and skirt sets. She wore the Cardigan, a crew-neck long-sleeved sweater that opened in front and had matching buttons. She wore it with the Skirt, a panel rib-knit pull-on style skirt with an elasticized waistband. And Shelley looked sensational in the classic sweater and skirt ensemble.

Shelley in a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Found Money TV Movie 1

Shelley in a promo pic
for Found Money, 1983

Shelley appeared alongside comedy legends Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar in the 1983 TV movie Found Money. The movie was about computer expert Max Shepherd and security guard Sam Green, two former employees of First National Bank who have been let go with little to no benefits after decades of employment. Max uses his computer skills to create an account in the bank using the money from inactive accounts that are automatically transferred to the state when not claimed after five years. Using the name Seymour Good, head of The Invisible Friend Inc., he transfers the money to accounts of ordinary citizens who bring kindness to the world. After some convincing, Sam joins Max in his quest. As good Samaritans begin receiving the money, the story is picked up by the press and is covered by reporter Leslie Phillips (Shelley Hack) who becomes Max's love interest.

screen captures from the TV movie
Found Money, 1983

Shelley found both Dick Van Dyke and Sid Caesar "very generous to work with" but had to keep up with the their pace. "You had to work so fast, because everything was left loose," she told TV Guide. "I felt like I kind of jumped on a moving train," she added. As for Shelley's performance in Found Money, Television writer Fred Rothenberg said "Miss Hack's acting has improved since she played one of Charlie's Angels." Shelley said of the TV movie, "It's a whole type of distinctly American comedy, the closest to theater on film I'd ever gotten." Prior to Found Money, Shelley had starred in several stage plays in the early 1980s and had received excellent reviews for her performances. She was also cast in the Martin Scorsese film The King of Comedy where she held her own in scenes opposite acting giant Robert De Niro; she got excellent reviews for her performance in the film as well. Shelley had come a very long way indeed.

screen captures from the TV movie
Found Money, 1983

A Great Purchase

Shelley in a promo pic
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

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." In 1977, Shelley appeared in a newspaper ad for Charlie called "Here's looking at you kid... with CHARLIE'S SHOWCASE dividend." It was a promo for Charlie's 'Lean' gel-system skincare line, Charlie's makeup line, Charlie's shampoo, and, of course, Charlie's fragrance line. It was also a promo for Charlie's Show-Case which was a fashionable mirrored case containing makeup and perfume by Charlie. The case included Charlie's Fresh New Makeup, Charlie's Real Live Blush, 3 shades of Charlie's Fresh Fresh Eyecolor, Charlie's Extra-Extra Shine LipGloss, and Charlie's Concentrated Perfume Spray. The $30-worth mirrored case was available for just $6.00 with any $5.00 or more purchase from the Charlie Collection by Revlon. Now that sounds like a great purchase.

Shelley in a newspaper ad
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1977

More AI Vidoes

a screen capture of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(again, thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

It's 2025, and AI videos are becoming more and more commonplace as ever, particularly AI vids created by fans of Hollywood celebrities and luminaries. AI videos are videos created or modified through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Kiko Chehin is a European classic dancer, choreographer, Reiki Master and a longtime Farrah Fawcett and Charlie's Angels fan. He has created several fabulous AI vids of Farrah and the other Angels (including Shelley, of course). His AI vids of Shelley (and the other Angels) are absolutely gorgeous and breathtakingly realistic. You can view them at his TikTok page - "kiko.chehin". Thank you so much Kiko Chehin for creating and posting these AI vids. And please create and post more!!!

screen captures of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(again, thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

Sew The New Headliners 1

a closeup of Shelley from a pic used
in a spread for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Simplicity Fashion News was a monthly pamphlet Simplicity came out with to showcase their latest patterns. The Simplicity Pattern Company had been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and had allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. Aside from the pamphlets, they came out with books, magazines and pattern packages. Shelley appeared on the pages of Simplicity Fashion News, on their February 1970 issue. In the spread called "Sew The New Headliners," she modeled outfits enhanced with "touches of peasantry." She modeled pattern number 9225 - which could either be a mini-dress or an overblouse and pants set. The mini-dress was gathered to yoke, had a lowered square neckline, and had short set-in sleeves. It could be trimmed with embroidered braid or ribbon... or made with elastic casings in the sleeves. It could also be worn with a purchased belt. The same dress could be shortened and turned into a blouse... by which a pair of matching pants with elastic waistline casing could be made. Shelley wore both versions and looked  absolutely adorable in them.

Shelley in a pic used in a spread
for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Standout Star

Shelley with Harry Winer
at the 44th Annual Directors Guild
of America Awards, 1992

Shelley was spotted at the 44th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards in March of 1992. The Directors Guild of America yearly honors outstanding directorial achievements in films, documentaries and television. The event was held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, and was hosted by actor/director/screenwriter Carl Reiner. Noted directors Robert Wise and Francis Ford Coppola were in attendance, as well as TV directors Jack Shea and Eric Laneuville. Hollywood stars Jacqueline Bisset, Geena Davis, Annette Bening, Warren Beatty, Barbra Streisand and Donald O'Connor were also in attendance. Shelley attended the ceremony with her husband director Harry Winer; and she looked every bit the star she was. She topped her body-hugging black mini-dress with a black velvet evening coat generously trimmed with gold filigree on the coat's edges, cuffs and collar. A pair of medium-heeled pumps finished her look. Gold filigree earrings and a back evening clutch with gold filigree details accessorized her look. And Shelley was a standout that evening.

Shelley with Harry Winer
at the 44th Annual Directors Guild
of America Awards, 1992

Mrs. Rawlings

Shelley in a newspaper ad
for the TV movie Frequent Flyer, 1996

In 1996, Shelley starred in the TV movie Frequent Flyer along with Jack Wagner, Joan Severance and Nicole Eggert. It was about polygamous commercial airline pilot Nick Rawlings (Jack Wagner) who was married to two different women in two different states, namely JoBeth Rawlings (Shelley) and Alison Rawlings (Joan). And during the course of the film, he marries another woman, Miriam (Nicole), in another state. But when JoBeth finds out her husband is married to two other women, instead of falling apart, she takes matters into her own hands and turns the cards around in her favor. The movie is well-paced and a really good watch - as well as very empowering for women. It was first aired in March 10, 1996 and beat out the 1996 People's Choice Awards in the ratings. It is currently out on DVD. If you can get it, watch it.

screen caps of Shelley
from the TV movie Frequent Flyer, 1996

Urban and Western

a closeup of Shelley from a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Shelley appeared in many catalogs throughout her modeling career, from the late '60s to the late '70s. Mail-order catalogs were at the height of its popularity at the time. They were big-book size publications that contained a list and pictures of the general merchandise from, usually, a department store that were available for purchase and delivery straight to the homes of their customers. Everything from homeware to toys were featured in these catalogs... as well as garments and the latest fashion pieces. Sears was an American chain of department stores founded in 1892. Aside from the big-book catalogs, they came out with tabloid-sized catalogs that featured items on sale. In 1970, Shelley appeared on the pages of the Sears Fall and Winter 1970 catalog.

Shelley in a spread for the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

She appeared in the spread which featured denim pants and the tops that went with them. In the spread called "Corral them here... Western-Classic Jeans," she wore an urban denim look with a western flair. She wore the Flare-Leg Jeans (made from cotton denim, and having two front pockets, front zipper closing, and flared legs) with The Shirt (made from a white-on white scroll-printed fabric, and having a pointed collar, 3-button cuffs, and a square-cut bottom). A pair of loafers finished her look. With her hair tied back with a bow, Shelley looked urban and western, fresh and modern.

Shelley in a fashion pic
used in a spread on the Sears
Fall and Winter 1970 catalog

Dinosaurs, Diamonds, and Angels 5

a closeup of Shelley from a promo pic
for Charlie's Angels, 1979

Look-In magazine was a kiddie/teen UK magazine that featured two-page comic/picture strips of the most popular television shows of the era. Subtitled as "The Junior TV Times," its first issue came out in 1971 and its final issue came out in 1994. Many popular American TV series were featured in the mag including Kung Fu, The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman, CHiPs, Battlestar Galactica, Mork and Mindy... and, of course Charlie's Angels.

Shelley as Tiffany Welles in Look-In mag's
Charlie's Angels comic/picture strip, 1980

From 1979 to 1980, during the airing of the 4th season of Charlie's Angels, Shelley's Tiffany Welles character was featured in the mag's Charlie's Angels comic/picture strip. Along with her co-Angels Kelly Garrett (Jaclyn Smith) and Kris Munroe (Cheryl Ladd), Tiffany solved cases for Charlie for several issues, two pages a week. Her first case debuted on November of 1979 and her final case ended on October of 1980. The mag also featured occasional writeups about Shelley as well as posters of her and the Angel team of that season.

Shelley Hack with Jaclyn Smith,
David Doyle and Cheryl Ladd
in a promo pic for Charlie's Angels, 1979

Be Beautiful... Be Well

Shelley in a promo pics
for Charlie perfume and cosmetics, 1979

Shelley was THE quintessential Charlie Girl. She catapulted herself as well as the brand to worldwide recognition and success. There were others before her, but it was Shelley that captured the imagination of many worldwide. A few months after she began endorsing the brand, it became the no. 1 scent in the entire world. Charlie Girl Shelley was gorgeous, sexy, young as well as vibrant and confident. She was an inspiration to many worldwide and appeared in numerous Charlie ads in different languages.

Shelley in a 1979 French-language
Charlie perfume and cosmetics ad

In 1979, Shelley appeared in a French-language Charlie ad promoting the brand's perfume and cosmetics line. The text on the ad translates as follows:

Be Beautiful... Be Well

Be beautiful, Be well.
Adopt the Charlie 1979 lifestyle.
All day long, Charlie eau de toilette.
For the sporty woman, cologne.
In the evening, it's time for Charlie perfume.
Charlie, the charming,sensual fragrance from Revlon.

AI Videos

screen captures of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

It's 2025, and AI videos are becoming more and more commonplace as ever, particularly AI vids created by fans of Hollywood celebrities and luminaries. AI videos are videos created or modified through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Kiko Chehin is a European classic dancer, choreographer, Reiki Master and a longtime Farrah Fawcett and Charlie's Angels fan. He has created several fabulous AI vids of Farrah and the other Angels (including Shelley, of course). His AI vids of Shelley (and the other Angels) are absolutely gorgeous and breathtakingly realistic. You can view them at his TikTok page - "kiko.chehin". Thank you so much Kiko Chehin for creating and posting these AI vids. And please create and post more!!!

screen captures of Shelley
from an AI vid by Kiko Chehin
(thank you so much Kiko Chehin
for creating and posting the AI vid)

Fashioned for Knits Only

a closeup of Shelley from a pic used
in a spread for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Simplicity Fashion News was a monthly pamphlet Simplicity came out with to showcase their latest patterns. The Simplicity Pattern Company had been manufacturing sewing patterns since 1927 and had allowed fashionistas on a budget and sewing aficionados to create clothes in a reliable manner. Aside from the pamphlets, they came out with books, magazines and pattern packages. Shelley appeared on the pages of Simplicity Fashion News, on their February 1970 issue. In the spread called "Fashioned for Knits Only," she modeled pattern number 9227, a midi-dress with buttons all the way to the neckline. It could be worn closed or with some leg showing (the pattern included a mini-dress and pants). A fancy bonnet, a statement belt and a pair of matching Mary Janes finished her look. And Shelley was just absolutely lovely. (For more, check out: For Knits Only)

Shelley in a pic used in a spread
for Simplicity Fashion News,
February 1970

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Affiliates Party

a paparazzi pic of Shelley
at the ABC TV Party, 1986

In 1986, Shelley was spotted at the ABC Television Affiliates Party. Many of Hollywood's leading stars attended the yearly Hollywood event. In June of 1986, it was held at the Century Plaza Hotel in Century City, California. Shelley attended the event with her then boyfriend, director Harry Winer. Other star attendees were Buck Rogers in the 25th Century's Gil Gerard and his then wife Hotel's Connie Sellecca, Growing Pains' Alan Thicke, soap stars Steve Bond, Anthony Geary and Tia Carrere (who would later star in the film True Lies).

a paparazzi pic of Shelley
at the ABC TV Party, 1986

Rural Doctor

Jim Metzler, Shelley Hack and Alec Baldwin
in a promo pic for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Shelley's second foray into series TV was Cutter to Houston. It was a short-lived TV series that began airing in the fall of 1983. It starred Shelley Hack, Jim Metzler, and Alec Baldwin as young doctors recruited to run a small hospital in the fictional rural town of Cutter, Texas. Although it received mixed reviews, it had great promise; plus, the cast had an easy rapport and had enough talent to carry an hour-long drama. Prior to the series, former Charlie's Angel Shelley Hack had already proven that she had acting chops, having received great reviews for her work on stage as well as on the big and small screens. Jim Metzler had a Golden Globe Award nomination under his belt for his supporting role in the 1982 feature film Tex. Alec Baldwin had come from his 1980-1982 stint in the NBC daytime soap opera The Doctors.

a newspaper promo ad
for Cutter to Houston, 1983

Cutter to Houston, which was aired Saturday nights, had a difficult time finding an audience. Aside from a bad time slot, it seemed to have lost network confidence early on... "sleeper hits" were still unheard of 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. Its sudden cancelation was a disappointment to many fans. Let's hope the entire series is finally streamed somewhere.

Jim Metzler, Shelley Hack and Alec Baldwin
in a promo pic for Cutter to Houston, 1983