Charlie's Angels star Jaclyn Smith has fans in sheer disbelief over her age - 50 years after show ended


The 80-year-old actress, who played Kelly Garrett in all five seasons of Charlie's Angels, wowed her social media followers with her seemingly ageless appearance


Nicky Morris
Nicky MorrisActing TV and Film Editor
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It's been five decades since Jaclyn Smith became a global star playing Kelly Garrett in the hit television series Charlie's Angels – and she's barely aged a day. 

The 80-year-old actress, who starred opposite Kate Jackson and Farrah Fawcett in the iconic 1970s crime drama, had fans in disbelief over her age as she showcased her elegant style in a recent Instagram post. 

Jaclyn Smith stands in a doorway, wearing a floral top and green pants.
Jaclyn Smith looked incredible as she adorned a cream sweater and olive trousers from her clothing line

Modeling a stunning ensemble from her clothing line, Jaclyn wore a beautiful cream sweater, featuring a scoop neck and floral pattern, and matching olive trousers. 

Fans flooded the comments section with compliments about Jaclyn's youthful appearance. One person wrote: "Fabulous - and could you be any more gorgeous," while another added: "Can it be that you're 80 years old???!!!"

Jaclyn, who has been working in fashion since 1985, has developed clothing lines with a number of outlets, including K-Mart and Nordstrom Rack. According to her website, Jaclyn pioneered the concept of celebrities developing their own brands. 

Jaclyn became a global star thanks to Charlie's Angels© Getty Images
Jaclyn became a global star thanks to Charlie's Angels

Her lifestyle brand encompasses skincare, a jewelry line and hair fashions and wigs. In 2010, the actress teamed up with her husband, medical researcher , to develop skin care products. 

The secret to Jaclyn's youthful appearance

In an interview with Fox News Digital in May, Jaclyn shared the .

"Clean living, being loved," she revealed. "I have the best family in the whole wide world to grow up with. Great husband, two beautiful children, three granddaughters. So, it doesn't get better than that. It's all about love, all about family with me," she added.

Jaclyn Smith - pictured in 2024 - has launched her own fragrance© Unique Nicole
"Clean living" and "being loved" is the secret to Jaclyn's radiant appearance

In an interview with Daily Mail in 2022, she revealed a glimpse into her daily routine and diet. "I have a big breakfast: scrambled eggs and two pieces of toast," said Jaclyn. "Lunch could be anything: if I’m out it could even be a hamburger or pizza. In the evening, we have chicken or fish. And fresh vegetables. I try to be healthy but, damn, it’s hard. I mean, I don't drink or smoke so can’t I have some cookies?"

Jaclyn's Hollywood career

Jaclyn became a household name thanks to Charlie's Angels, which premiered in 1976 and became one of the decade's defining television shows. 

It followed three glamorous private investigators employed by the mysterious Charlie Townsend.

Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd at PaleyFest LA 2026 - "Charlie's Angels" 50th Anniversary Celebration held at Dolby Theatre on April 06, 2026 in Los Angeles, California© Getty Images
Jaclyn pictured with her Charlie's Angels co-stars Kate Jackson and Cheryl Ladd at PaleyFest LA 2026

Jaclyn starred as the stylish Kelly Garrett, who remained with the series for its five-season run. She shared the screen with Kate Jackson, who played the intelligent Sabrina Duncan, and Farrah Fawcett as the athletic Jill Munroe.

Farrah left the show after season one and was replaced by Cheryl Ladd.

Jaclyn Smith has been married to her husband, Brad Allen,  for 30 years © FilmMagic
Jaclyn Smith with her husband Brad Allen

Jaclyn went on to enjoy further success in Hollywood, with roles in a string of television shows and films. She later turned her talents to fashion, becoming a hugely successful businesswoman with her lifestyle collections. 

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