Charlie's Angels stars reunite for 50th anniversary

Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd celebrate the iconic TV series

Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:16am

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A minimalist, abstract illustration featuring three overlapping black silhouettes, representing the three main characters from the classic TV series 'Charlie's Angels', conveying the show's pioneering spirit and enduring cultural significance.The original 'Charlie's Angels' stars reunite to celebrate the show's lasting impact on television history.Los Angeles Today

The original stars of the hit 1970s TV series 'Charlie's Angels' - Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd - reunited at PaleyFest LA to mark the show's 50th anniversary. The trio reflected on the show's impact and enduring popularity as a pioneering female-led action series.

Why it matters

Charlie's Angels was a groundbreaking show that featured strong, capable women in leading roles, which was highly unusual for the time. The reunion of the three iconic stars highlights the show's lasting cultural significance and influence on television history.

The details

The three actresses, who played private investigators working for the mysterious Charlie, came together for a panel discussion at the annual PaleyFest LA television festival. They shared stories from their time on the show and discussed how the series helped pave the way for more diverse and empowered female characters on television.

  • Charlie's Angels premiered in 1976 and ran for five seasons until 1981.
  • The show's 50th anniversary was celebrated at PaleyFest LA on April 7, 2026.

The players

Kate Jackson

One of the original 'Charlie's Angels' who played the role of Sabrina Duncan.

Jaclyn Smith

One of the original 'Charlie's Angels' who played the role of Kelly Garrett.

Cheryl Ladd

Joined the cast of 'Charlie's Angels' in the second season, playing the role of Kris Munroe.

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What they’re saying

“I knew the show was different, special and unique,”

— Cheryl Ladd

The takeaway

The reunion of the original 'Charlie's Angels' stars highlights the enduring legacy of the pioneering TV series and its impact on popular culture. The show's focus on capable, independent female characters paved the way for more diverse and empowered representations of women on television.