The original angels are back. Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd will reunite at PaleyFest 2026 for a landmark 50th anniversary celebration of the groundbreaking TV series, Charlie’s Angels, reflecting on the show’s unprecedented impact on television and culture.
Good morning, angels! The news fans have been waiting for is finally here. Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd will reunite on stage at PaleyFest in Los Angeles on Monday, April 6, 2026, for the 50th anniversary celebration of the legendary TV series Charlie’s Angels. This landmark event will mark the first major public gathering for the trio to collectively reflect on the cultural phenomenon they helped create.
When Charlie’s Angels premiered in 1976, it was more than just a hit show; it was a seismic event in pop culture. The series, which followed three women working as private investigators for the mysterious Charlie Townsend, became an instant sensation. Ladd, 74, joined Jackson, 77, and Smith, 80, as a lead on the show during its second season in 1977 to replace Farrah Fawcett and remained on it until its cancellation in 1981. The show’s success was propelled by the unique chemistry of its leading ladies and Farrah Fawcett’s iconic poster, which became a global symbol of the era.
The reunion is a moment for the trio to not only celebrate their work but also to acknowledge the show’s deeper significance. In a joint statement provided to PEOPLE, Jackson, Smith, and Ladd reflected on their unexpected rise to fame. “Charlie’s Angels surprised everyone when Farrah, Jackie and I hit the ground running (thanks, in part, to Farrah’s iconic poster) and the pilot went through the glass ceiling,” they stated. “Overnight, we were hailed with something akin to ‘rock star fame.’ When Cheryl joined us in the second season, she added a special element uniquely hers and the crazy went on.”
Beyond the glamour and action, the series made a quiet but powerful statement during the Women’s Movement of the 1970s. While the women acknowledge the show was “lighthearted,” they also emphasize that it “quietly delivered the important message that women are just as capable as men.” Their pride in the show’s legacy is evident: “We are proud that we were able to entertain the television viewing audience for an hour each week, let them put their feet up, forget their troubles and, at the same time, inspire and empower young women all over the world.”
At the PaleyFest event, the three angels will delve into their experiences on the show and its enduring impact. They will also reflect on their individual careers in television across the decades. “We look forward to reuniting on the PaleyFest stage to celebrate Charlie’s Angels milestone anniversary and to reflect on our work in television across the decades,” the statement concluded, hinting at a nostalgic and insightful look back at their journey from television pioneers to beloved icons.
The 50th anniversary celebration of Charlie’s Angels is part of a larger PaleyFest L.A. lineup that will also celebrate the return of ABC & Hulu’s Scrubs, the Emmy-winning series The Pitt, and Netflix hits like Emily in Paris and Nobody Wants This. The event will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on April 6 at 7:30 p.m. PT, with presales for Paley Members and Citi cardmembers starting on January 27. For fans of classic television, this is an unmissable opportunity to witness history as the original angels come together to celebrate a legacy that continues to inspire.
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