This Girl Became 'Charlie's Angels' Star – She Survived Cancer & Was Called One of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World

• This actress became a star after appearing in "Charlie's Angels."
• She was diagnosed with cancer and has shared her journey.
• This woman is now a wife, a mom, and a grandmother.

This celebrity became a household name after starring in ABC's classic television series, "Charlie's Angels." She made history by becoming the only original female lead to remain on the show throughout its run.

This girl was born in October 1945 in Houston, Texas, to parents Margaret and Jack. Her mother was a housewife, whom she considered her role model, and her father was a dentist who maintained her teeth.

This veteran star revealed in a May 1985 interview that her parents gave her the heart-shaped ruby ring she always wore back then. She rose to fame after starring in the drama series, "Charlie's Angels."

This public figure landed the opportunity to play the iconic role of Kelly Garrett in a new pilot for the show. The series became an instant success following its debut on September 22, 1976, on ABC.

She became known as the only original "Angel" to remain on the show for its entire five-season run until 1981. This girl starred alongside the now-late actress Farrah Fawcett, Cheryl Ladd, and Kate Jackson.

She also became the only "Angel" from the television show to make guest appearances in either of the movie adaptations. The esteemed star had an uncredited cameo in the action-comedy film, "Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle," alongside Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu.

In addition, she was featured in People's first-ever Beautiful Issue, formerly known as The 50 Most Beautiful People in the World, over three decades ago. This girl was also dubbed "Angel Emeritus" in 1990.

Who Is This Girl Who Became a Star and Beat Cancer?

The girl who became an A-list star is actress Jaclyn Smith. Other than her successful show business career, she has faced health issues over the years. Jaclyn was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2002 following a routine mammogram check-up. After returning to get her results, the doctor broke the devastating news to her.

He first asked whether someone else had accompanied her, adding he had bad and good news for her. The medical professional asked Smith what she wanted to hear first, and she only wanted to know the outcome of her results. She recalled in a June 2022 interview:

"He said, 'Well, you do have breast cancer, but it's small, and we've gotten it early.' And I think the first thing I said was, 'Will I be here for my children?' And he said, 'Yes, you will. You'll be here.'"

Jaclyn admitted she was skeptical at first about the doctor's response and remembered, "So then I just said, 'Well, you know what, I want a mastectomy. I just want this off.'"

The TV star revealed she underwent a lumpectomy with radiation to treat the cancer. Moreover, she had a strong support system thanks to her friends, who helped her get through the experience.

Smith is now a cancer survivor. On October 28, 2023, she reflected on her journey on Instagram alongside a solo shot of herself in an all-white outfit and penned:

"Without early detection, the chances of survival are far lower. I'm a survivor reminding you to check yourself, schedule your mammogram, and support the cause this month for pink October- and always!"

Jaclyn Smith Just Turned 78 & Is Happily Married

Jaclyn turned 78 on October 26, 2023. The businesswoman has been married four times and has two children, a son and a daughter, from her third marriage to cinematographer Anthony Richmond.

The star is in her fourth marriage with heart surgeon Dr. Brad Allen. She revealed in 2014 that she met her beloved spouse when he was working at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston as a heart surgeon.

She gave credit to her mom for linking them together. Brad had operated on the model's father, and her mother asked him to walk her to her car when she was leaving the hospital.

The lovebirds started dating soon after and eventually wed in October 1997. Jaclyn considers herself a "lucky girl," as she and Brad celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on October 11, 2023.

The couple marked their special day with a trip to Venice, Italy. The showbiz star shared a glimpse of their time there via video, writing, "We celebrated our anniversary dinner at Harry's Bar and ended the evening with an outdoor concert in St. Mark's Square."

At her age, Jaclyn said what makes her happier is being around those she loves, including her two granddaughters, whom she divulged visit her all the time.