Kate Jackson : Biography, Pictures, Photos, Trivia, Address, Filmography (Scarecrow and Mrs. King, Charlie's Angels)

. Listed as one of twelve "Promising New Actors of 1972" in John Willis' Screen World, Vol. 34.

. Had to turn down the Meryl Streep role in Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) because of scheduling conflicts with "Charlie's Angels" (1976). This eventually prompted the actress to leave the TV series.

. With the help of friend Rosie O'Donnell, recently adopted a son, Charles Taylor. [2000]

. Has survived two battles with breast cancer. Once in 1987, and again in 1989. After a partial mastectomy and radiation, she won her fight and shared her experience to highlight the importance of mammograms.

. Ranked #18 in FHM's 100 sexiest women of all time

. She is a former Max Factor and Revlon model

. She has three Emmy and four Golden Globes nominations, an award of excellence from the UCLA drama department and two Humanitarian Awards for her work with children and animals.

. Was discovered by Paramount Production manager, Robert Evans for her 40s Hollywood looks.

. She has incredible legs that she insured for $8 million (1987)

. Began professional modeling at age 16

. Former daughter-in-law of Stella Stevens.

. In addition to being the first Angel to be cast in "Charlie's Angels" (1976), she was also responsible for coming up with the show's name.

. In 1989, Hollywood insiders named Kate to be one of the least likeable actresses in show buisness, while fellow angel Jaclyn Smith was elected as one of the most nicest.

. Was offered a cameo in the film version of Charlie's Angels (2000). Negotiations fell through after she insisted on playing the villainous role that was eventually played by Kelly Lynch.

. Is a sister of Kappa Kappa Gamma

. Worked in both the '70s version of _"Satan's School For Girls" (1970)_ and the 2000s remake, starring Shannen Doherty.

. Attended University of Mississippi but left without graduating.