Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kate Jackson

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Kate Jackson

Discover the career path of Kate Jackson, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Lucy Kate Jackson is an American actress and television producer, prominently recognized for her roles as Sabrina Duncan in "Charlie's Angels" (1976–1979) and Amanda King in "Scarecrow and Mrs. King" (1983–1987). She also appeared in films such as "Making Love" (1982) and "Loverboy" (1989). Jackson has received three Emmy Award nominations, four Golden Globe Award nominations, and won a Photoplay Award for Favorite TV Actress in 1978, solidifying her status as a notable figure in television history.

5 hours ago : Kate Jackson and 'Charlie's Angels' Original Stars Reunite for 50th Anniversary

The original stars of 'Charlie's Angels', including Kate Jackson, reunited in Los Angeles for a special 50th-anniversary celebration. The event was PaleyFest LA, marking 50 years of the iconic show.

1970: Role in Dark Shadows

In 1970, Kate Jackson landed a major television role in Dark Shadows.

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1971: Role in Night of Dark Shadows

In 1971, Kate Jackson appeared in the film Night of Dark Shadows.

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1972: Role in The Rookies

In 1972, Kate Jackson landed a major television role in The Rookies.

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1972: Performance in Limbo

In 1972, Kate Jackson's performance was well received in the independent film Limbo, addressing the Vietnam War and the wives of soldiers who were POWs, MIA, or killed in action.

1973: Role in Satan's School for Girls

In 1973, Kate Jackson starred in the television film Satan's School for Girls.

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1975: Appearance in Death Scream

In 1975, Kate Jackson appeared in Death Scream, a television dramatization of the circumstances surrounding the 1964 murder of Kitty Genovese.

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1975: Discussion of Charlie's Angels

In 1975, Kate Jackson met with Rookies producers Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg to discuss starring in another television series, which became Charlie's Angels, and suggested the name of the series.

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March 21, 1976: Charlie's Angels television film

On March 21, 1976, Charlie's Angels aired as a television film.

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September 22, 1976: Charlie's Angels Series Debut

On September 22, 1976, Charlie's Angels debuted as a series.

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1976: Role as Sabrina Duncan in Charlie's Angels

In 1976, Kate Jackson began her role as Sabrina Duncan in the TV series Charlie's Angels.

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1976: End of Role in The Rookies

In 1976, Kate Jackson's role in The Rookies concluded.

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February 1979: Hosting Saturday Night Live

In February 1979, Kate Jackson hosted the thirteenth episode of season four of Saturday Night Live.

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1979: End of Charlie's Angels Role

In 1979, Kate Jackson's role as Sabrina Duncan in Charlie's Angels concluded.

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1982: Role in Making Love

In 1982, Kate Jackson appeared in the film Making Love.

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1983: Role as Amanda King in Scarecrow and Mrs. King

In 1983, Kate Jackson began her role as Amanda King in the TV series Scarecrow and Mrs. King.

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1983: Starring Role in Scarecrow and Mrs. King

In 1983, Kate Jackson had a starring role in Scarecrow and Mrs. King, an action drama where she played Amanda King.

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1987: End of Scarecrow and Mrs. King Role

In 1987, Kate Jackson's role as Amanda King in Scarecrow and Mrs. King concluded.

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1987: Baby Boom Film

In 1987, the film Baby Boom was released, which then led to Kate Jackson starring in the TV sitcom version in 1988.

1988: Starring in Baby Boom

In 1988, Kate Jackson took on the main role in Baby Boom, a TV sitcom version of a 1987 film of the same name, which was later cancelled.

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1989: Role in Loverboy

In 1989, Kate Jackson appeared in the film Loverboy.

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1992: Role in Quiet Killer

In 1992, Kate Jackson starred in the television film Quiet Killer.

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1993: Role in Empty Cradle

In 1993, Kate Jackson starred in the television film Empty Cradle.

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2000: Role in Satan's School for Girls Remake

In 2000, Kate Jackson starred in Satan's School for Girls, a remake of the 1973 TV film of the same name.

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2003: Power of Love Award

In 2003, Kate Jackson received the Power of Love Award from the American Heart Association for raising awareness about breast cancer and heart health.

2007: Role in Criminal Minds

In 2007, Kate Jackson played Elizabeth Prentiss, the mother of FBI agent Emily Prentiss on Criminal Minds.

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2009: Last film/tv appearance

Since 2009, Kate Jackson has not appeared in film or television.

August 3, 2010: Book Contract Announcement

On August 3, 2010, Gallery Books announced a contract with Kate Jackson to publish her memoirs.

2011: Expected Book Release

In 2011, Kate Jackson's memoirs were initially expected to be released, but the release was repeatedly delayed.

2021: Delayed Book Release

In 2021, the last scheduled release date for Kate Jackson's book.