Jaclyn Smith Remembers Farrah Fawcett’s Legacy and Their Bond on ‘Charlie’s Angels’

Jaclyn Smith, renowned for her role in the iconic television series Charlie's Angels, is revisiting the cherished memories she shared with her former co-star Farrah Fawcett. Smith, now 78, reflected on the special connection between them and their fellow Angel, Kate Jackson, as they rose to fame.”There was a camaraderie of shared history. We crossed that bridge and it changed our lives,” Smith expressed in a recent interview with PEOPLE. “There was no walking into a grocery store in an anonymous way anymore and so, for all three of us, there was a special bond.”

Smith emphasized the supportive atmosphere on set, noting that competition never existed among the trio. “We weren’t [going], ‘I want this scene, I want that one,'” she explained. “It was just girls having fun. We were like college roommates. Just independent women, making our way.”

The reminiscences come 15 years after Fawcett’s passing in 2009. The beloved actress died at the age of 62 following a battle with anal cancer, diagnosed in 2006. Prior to her death, Fawcett founded a charity aimed at raising funds for cancer research and education, illustrating her enduring commitment to the cause.

Smith, who will co-chair the foundation’s upcoming annual gala on October 24, 2024, in Dallas, spoke warmly of Fawcett’s personality and her genuine nature. “She was a true girlfriend. Not a competitive girlfriend, she wished everybody well,” Smith recalled. “She was the first to visit me after I had my first child. I could see her joy because she knew that was my dream—to have children—and the dream had come true.”

Smith also shared lighter memories, recounting Fawcett’s sense of humor. “She was funny, too. She would say, ‘Look—your fingers aren’t fat anymore. Now you don’t have to wear napkin rings around them!'” she added.

Reflecting on the enduring impact of Charlie’s Angels, Smith noted the show’s unique place in television history and its lasting effect on audiences. “It was so innocent. Families watched our show, young people,” Smith remarked. “The people who watched that show grew up with us and still support the foundation.”

With its groundbreaking portrayal of women as leads in an action series, Charlie’s Angels left an indelible mark on popular culture. “There are shows that come along and leave a mark. It was the first of its kind,” Smith concluded.