Jaclyn Smith with Ada Calhoun: Beyond Charlie’s Angels

Jaclyn Smith, one of the original stars of Charlie's Angels, stops by for an intimate conversation about her career-defining role in Charlie’s Angels, and what came after — and her new memoir, I Once Knew a Guy Named Charlie. As the only original Charlie’s Angel to appear throughout the series’ entire five-season run, Jaclyn Smith became the face of one of the most influential shows in television history. And in I Once Knew a Guy Named Charlie, Smith tells the story of her life, from her early days as a Texas dancer and aspiring actress to her work on the show, including her enduring friendships with Farrah Fawcett, Kate Jackson, and Cheryl Ladd — and her partnership with K-MART in the ’80s, in which she pioneered the concept of a celebrity-branded clothing line, a bold career pivot leading to a successful second act as a businesswoman. Reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of balancing fame, family, business, and personal resilience, including her experience with breast cancer, Smith opens up about the lessons she’s learned across five decades in the public eye. Hear her discuss the moments that shaped her — not just as an actress, but as a businesswoman, mother, and survivor. This event was recorded on September 9th, 2026, at The 92nd Street Y, New York. Your support helps us continue creating online content for our community. Donate now: http://www.92NY.org/Donate Facebook:   / 92ndstreety   Instagram:   / 92ndstreety   TikTok:   / 92ndstreety   Archives: https://www.92ny.org/archives