Cheryl Ladd opened up about her past health struggle during a April 6 PaleyFest panel celebrating the 50th anniversary of Charlie’s Angels with co-stars Jaclyn Smith and Kate Jackson. The 74-year-old revealed she had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer, describing the experience as “long, long, hard” and humbling. She credited her husband’s support and shared how she lost her hair during treatment.
Ladd spoke publicly because cancer had affected several castmates: Smith survived breast cancer in 2002, Jackson battled it twice in the late ’80s, and their late co-star Farrah Fawcett died from anal cancer in 2009. Smith recalled sending Ladd wigs and praising her bravery. Ladd also urged women to prioritize early detection and routine screenings.
Best known as Kris Munroe on Charlie’s Angels, Ladd has also had a music and writing career, released albums, authored books, and remained active in charity. She has been married to music producer Brian Russell since 1981 and is a mother and grandmother.