‘Charlie’s Angels’ Reunites for Its 50th Anniversary… Cheryl Ladd Reveals for the First Time That She Beat Breast Cancer

The stars of ‘Charlie’s Angels’, a signature of ’70s pop culture and the start of women-led action drama, came together to mark the show’s 50th anniversary.

■ The return of the original “Angels,” lighting up Hollywood at the Dolby Theatre

According to reports from AP and other international media on the 8th (local time), Kate Jackson (77), Jaclyn Smith (80), and Cheryl Ladd (74) reunited at the PaleyFest (PaleyFest) LA event held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on the evening of the 6th. Now, 50 years after the first broadcast on September 22, 1976, audiences greeted them with standing ovations and cheers.

Jaclyn Smith recalled, “Our show was special. It was the story of three women who confronted danger head-on, rather than waiting to be rescued.” Kate Jackson said, “I think we helped crack the glass ceiling,” expressing pride.

■ Cheryl Ladd’s shocking confession… “I fought aggressive breast cancer”

The biggest highlight of the event was Cheryl Ladd’s health confession. Standing onstage that day, she publicly revealed for the first time that she had been diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer and had undergone treatment.

Ladd said it was “a humbling experience” when her hair all fell out due to chemotherapy, sharing the pain she felt at the time. Jaclyn Smith then added, “The moment I heard the news about Cheryl, I sent the wigs I was wearing first,” underscoring the deep sisterhood that continued in real life beyond their on-screen partners. Jaclyn Smith and Kate Jackson—who had already overcome breast cancer—also repeatedly emphasized to the audience the importance of regular health checkups.

■ A fresh start for the Angels… A comeback statement and a memoir release

After her retirement, Kate Jackson, who spent about 20 years quietly raising her son, made an unexpected comeback announcement that day, saying, “I’m ready to return to the entertainment industry again,” heightening fans’ anticipation.

After guarding the show through every one of its drama seasons, Jaclyn Smith is preparing to publish her autobiographical memoir 〈I Once Knew a Guy Named Charlie(When I Knew a Guy Named Charlie)〉 on September 8. Through the book, she plans to share behind-the-scenes stories with fellow cast members—including the late Farrah Fawcett—and the backstory behind the drama, which became a global phenomenon.

■ A symbol of “women’s power” that hasn’t changed even after 50 years

Even after the series ended in 1981, ‘Charlie’s Angels,’ which continued to be loved through film adaptations and reboots, delivered more than just entertainment—it carried the message that “women can do anything.”

The three Angels are set to reunite once again at the ‘Paley Honors’ gala in New York on May 14, where they will receive a career honors award. Cheryl Ladd said, “Thanks to the love from fans, I always get great, positive energy,” expressing gratitude.