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Lunch Break Videos: A tribute to “Charlie’s Angels” star Cheryl Ladd on her 60th birthday!

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http://img2.timeinc.net/ew/dynamic/imgs/080115/70s/charlies-angels_l.jpgYes, there’s a reboot of Charlie’s Angels coming to television this fall and I may check it out but boy, does it have a tough act to follow.

One of the reasons the original show, which aired on ABC from 1976-81, became so iconic was Cheryl Ladd who played Kris Munroe from the second season on. Miss Ladd, of course, replaced Farrah Fawcett who was one of the original stars alongside Kate Jackson and Jaclyn Smith.

The continued success of the show hinged on her being able to fill Fawcett’s shoes and connect with the public. Ratings for seasons two and three soared and did not drop off until season four when Jackson left and was replaced by Shelly Hack.

Fawcett and Ladd did work together for a total of six episodes during seasons three and four when Farrah made guest appearances as part of a legal settlement with producers. Since their characters were sisters, the two had many of their scenes together which added richly to the Angels legacy.

In celebration of Miss Ladd’s 60th birthday, here are some videos that showcase her talent and beauty and her enduring friendship with Jaclyn Smith.



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4 Remarks

  1. July 12th, 2011 at 3:15 pm
    Gary Browning says:

    Imagine the immense pressure she was under to replace the biggest star in the universe at that time. The fact that she — and Charlie’s Angels — persevered better than ever is a testament to her skills as an engaging actress and vivacious personality. Go Farrah Fawcett-Minor!

  2. so wonderful and multitalent lady! she’s still gorgeous!

  3. Kate Jackson and Farrah Fawcett FOREVER!!!!

  4. July 13th, 2011 at 5:46 am
    ND Mitchell says:

    Thank you for the Cheryl Ladd video tributes..just classics. Kate Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Jaclyn Smith, Cheryl Ladd, Shelley Hack and Tanya Roberts–truly Charlie’s Angels and let’s not forget David Doyle aka Bosley. Charlie’s Angels repeats are aired Mondays through Fridays on Universal HD channel for anyone that has Verizon Fios! I just finished watching Season 1 episodes and now Season 2 kicks off with Cheryl Ladd joining the Angels in Hawaii.

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