Charlie’s Angels star Jaclyn Smith has amazed fans with her youthful appearance after celebrating her 80th birthday on Sunday. The actress, best known for her role as Kelly Garrett in the classic crime series, was honoured by a fan account on Instagram that shared a touching tribute featuring photographs from across her decades-long career. Admirers quickly flooded the comments, expressing disbelief at her age, with one writing, “You have not changed a bit. You look the same… wow, 80!”
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Smith starred in all 110 episodes of Charlie’s Angels from 1976 to 1981, alongside Farrah Fawcett, Cheryl Ladd, and Kate Jackson. She later reprised her role in Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle in 2003 and made a cameo in the 2019 reboot starring Kristen Stewart. Beyond her success on the small screen, she earned the title “Queen of Mini-Series” for her work in productions such as Rage of Angels, Florence Nightingale, and George Washington. Reflecting on her career, Smith once wrote on her website, “My work has always been exciting, but to me, my family must come first. I have no regrets.”
Throughout her life, Jaclyn has been married four times and found lasting happiness with Dr. Brad Allen, whom she wed in 1997. Speaking to People, she described their marriage by saying, “The only thing that we see the same is our morals and our values.” She shares two children, Spencer and Gaston, with her third husband, film director Tony Richmond. In addition to acting, Smith has built a thriving business as a designer, creating clothing and furniture collections for Kmart, showcasing her talent beyond the screen.
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Discussing her views on ageing, Smith told AARP that staying young is largely about mindset. “A lot of ageing is your mentality and how old you feel… it’s a state of mind,” she explained. The actress emphasised the importance of consistency in maintaining health, crediting exercise, good nutrition, and proper sleep as key factors. She also said she avoids drinking, protects her skin from the sun, and takes vitamin supplements. “I really believe in working out – it’s not only good for your body, but for your brain too,” she added, proving that her timeless glow is a reflection of both discipline and positivity.
