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Good morning, Angels. Hollywood witnessed a nostalgic gathering of legends as Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd, and Jaclyn Smith, the iconic stars of “Charlie’s Angels,” came together to mark a significant milestone. The trio reunited at PaleyFest 2026 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their groundbreaking television series.
Before the event commenced, Cheryl Ladd shared her excitement with On The Red Carpet, expressing, “This is a little overwhelming. I know there’s a huge group of people who’ve loved ‘Charlie’s Angels,’ and that’s gonna feel very good.” Her sentiment echoed the enduring affection fans have held for the series over the decades.
The beloved show, which captivated audiences on ABC from 1976 to 1981, originally featured Jackson, Smith, and the late Farrah Fawcett as Sabrina Duncan, Kelly Garrett, and Jill Munroe, respectively. These savvy private investigators tackled various cases under the mysterious guidance of their unseen boss, Charlie. Ladd joined the cast in the second season, stepping into the role of Kris Munroe, Jill’s sister, adding a fresh dynamic to the ensemble.
At PaleyFest, fans were given a rare treat as Jackson, Ladd, and Smith engaged in an open and heartfelt discussion, skillfully guided by George Pennacchio of On The Red Carpet. This reunion not only celebrated the show’s legacy but also acknowledged the lasting impact it has had on television history.
The PaleyFest audience was treated to a candid conversation with Jackson, Ladd and Smith, moderated by On The Red Carpet’s George Pennacchio.
In one particularly funny moment, Pennacchio asked the ladies to confirm a rumor.
“Is it true that in the early days of the show, Farrah’s hair was called the fourth Angel?,” Pennacchio asked.
Smith smiled as she replied, “It should have been if it wasn’t because it had a life of its own!”
The show was groundbreaking, as audiences at that time hadn’t seen an action series led by women before. It’s a distinction Jackson is keenly aware of to this day.
“You could sit back, put your feet up and forget your troubles for an hour. And at the same time, you could learn without knowing you were learning that women could do anything. Anything a man could do a woman could do and at at time, in the early and mid to late ’70s in Hollywood when you’re trying to break the glass ceiling, having three women star in a top network television show was really quite an accomplishment,” Jackson said.
Pennacchio will have more from the event this week in his On The Red Carpet report.
The PaleyFest conversation will be on PaleyFest’s YouTube channel next week.
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