Jaclyn Smith, born Jacquelyn Ellen Smith on October 26, 1945, in Houston, Texas, is an American actress best known for her role as Kelly Garrett in the television series "Charlie's Angels." She began her career in 1968 with minor roles and commercials, but it was her casting in "Charlie's Angels" in 1976 that propelled her to stardom.

She was the only original female lead to remain with the show for its entire five-season run. Her career continued to flourish with numerous TV films and miniseries, including "Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy" for which she received a Golden Globe nomination, and "The Bourne Identity."

In addition to her acting career, Jaclyn Smith has been successful in the business world, developing and marketing her own brands of clothing and perfume. She launched her clothing line at Kmart in 1985, which became extremely popular. She is also known for her signature scent, "Jaclyn Smith's California," which won best mass-produced fragrance the year it was launched.

Jaclyn Smith has been married four times, with her current marriage to physician Dr. Brad Allen since 1997. She has two children from her third marriage to cinematographer Anthony B. Richmond. She is a breast cancer survivor and has been vocal about her support for cancer research and women's health.

Throughout her career, Jaclyn Smith has received several awards, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1989. She continues to be active in the entertainment industry, with recent appearances in TV series such as "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."

Her commitment to a healthy lifestyle, which includes regular exercise, a balanced diet, and practicing mindfulness and meditation, has inspired many.