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

Catherine Elise "Kate" Jackson (born October 29, 1948 in Birmingham, Alabama) is an American actress best known for her role in the 1970s television series Charlie's Angels.

She had earlier played a year-long role in the soap opera Dark Shadows in 1970 as Daphne Harridge. From 1976 to 1979, she played the role of Sabrina Duncan in Charlie's Angels. She was usually considered the best of the three original lead actresses, and she was the only one with prior acting qualifications.

In 1978, she married the actor Andrew Stevens. They divorced in 1980.

Kate Jackson was born on October 29, 1948 in Birmingham. It is the daughter of Hogan and Ruth Jackson. She studied at the University of Mississippi and Birmingham Southern. She learns her job at the New York S Academy of Dramatic Arts. At first, she started with modeling before playing in Good Housekeeping. She leaves in Hollywood where she won the role of Jill Danko in the TV series of Aaron Spelling The Rookies. She then became famous by interpreting Sabrina Duncan in the funny ladies series. She also was successful with the two series are pairing and baby boom. She also turned for the Cinema.

From the funny ladies, she had only shot a few TV movies without finding a character as charismatic as that of Sabrina Duncan in the series of Aaron Spelling. At the time when she was became Amanda King, Kate Jackson was married to producer David Greenwald, after having divorced Andrew Stevens (Casey Denault in Dallas and Glenn Matthews in Scandals at Admiralty), and directs her own production house Called Shoot the Moon Enterprises. As a producer, she will have her say on the scenarios of the series, much more than her partner Bruce Boxleitner, also less well paid than her.

Kate Jackson is an American actress known for her role in the cult television series Charlie's Angels. She was born on October 29, 1948 in Birmingham, Alabama, and grew up in the neighboring town of Mountain Brook. She started her career as a model before embarking on the actress, making her television debut in the 1970s.

Jackson was one of the first three actresses to embody the famous "angels" of Charlie's Angels, alongside Farrah Fawcett and Jaclyn Smith. The series was a real success and made Jackson a star. She played in the series for three seasons, from 1976 to 1979, before leaving the show to pursue a career in the cinema.

During his career, Jackson was nominated for several prices, including a Golden Globe and an Emmy. She also won a people's Choice Award for her role in Charlie's Angels. Apart from her acting career, Jackson is also known for her commitment to social and environmental causes. She is a member of several charitable organizations and has made important donations to support causes such as cancer and animal protection research.

Despite his long career, Jackson is best known for his role in Charlie's Angels. She embodied the character of Sabrina Duncan, one of the three "angels" responsible for solving investigations on behalf of Charlie. With its Co-Stars Fawcett and Smith, Jackson made this series a real cultural phenomenon. She remained one of the most popular and appreciated actresses of the public thanks to her talent and her charming personality.

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.

Spouse : Tom Hart (1991 - 1993) (divorced), David Greenwald (1 May 1982 - 1984) (divorced), Andrew Stevens (23 August 1978 - 4 January 1980) (divorced).

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