Jaclyn Smith - Happy Birthday

When I was a kid Charlie’s Angels was the popular television series.  Yes, I’m dating myself.  It was also a favorite game with the girls at Catholic school.  Everyone wanted to be either Farrah’s character or Jaclyn’s.  Since I have long, dark hair and was sporting the appropriate ‘do, I was always Kelly Garrett.  So, I have always had a particular fondness for the lady, having played her and all.  Since she is also a native of Houston it makes her even better in my book.  Jaclyn Smith is celebrating a birthday this month so Happy Birthday!

Born October 26, 1945 in Houston, she attended Lamar High School then went on to Trinity University to study acting.  She started her career in commercials but soon moved on to feature roles in television series until in 1976 she landed the role she is likely best known for as Kelly Garret on Charlie’s Angels.  Since that show has been off the air she has appeared in numerous movies and television mini series and was honored for her body of work with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  Currently she hosts Bravo’s reality series Shear Genius.  In addition to her acting, Jaclyn Smith is also a designer of furniture and apparel and she acts as spokeswoman for many of her favorite causes.