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United States Cheryl Ladd is an American actress, singer, and author, recognized for her prominent role as Kris Munroe in the acclaimed television series "Charlie's Angels," where she joined in its second season in 1977 to replace Farrah Fawcett-Majors. Ladd remained a central figure on the show until its conclusion in 1981.
Alcon partnered with Cheryl Ladd to share her cataract journey, renewed vision, and PanOptimist story through a national multimedia campaign, including videos with her husband, Brian Russell.
Ladd partnered with this campaign to raise awareness about cataracts and advocate for graceful aging, discussing her personal experiences and promoting eye health.
Cheryl Ladd was a speaker at Food For The Poor's 12th annual Fine Wines & Hidden Treasures gala in 2015, supporting the non-profit's charitable efforts.
For several years, Cheryl Ladd hosted a golf tournament sponsored by Buick, leveraging her love for golf to support the brand's events.
Cheryl Ladd serves as a celebrity ambassador for Childhelp, a non-profit organization dedicated to child abuse prevention and treatment.
Cheryl Jean Stoppelmoor, known professionally as Cheryl Ladd, was born on July 12, 1951, in Huron, South Dakota. Her career in entertainment began with a focus on music, initially as a singer with The Music Shop band. After moving to Los Angeles in 1970, she diversified into acting. Her early work included providing the singing voice for Melody Valentine in the Hanna-Barbera animated series “Josie and the Pussycats” and appearances in numerous commercials. Ladd also secured guest roles in television series such as “The Rookies,” “The Partridge Family,” and “Happy Days” in the early to mid-1970s. These formative experiences laid the groundwork for her eventual breakthrough into a more prominent acting career.
Ladd’s career defining moment arrived in 1977 when she joined the cast of “Charlie’s Angels.” She portrayed Kris Munroe, the younger sister of Farrah Fawcett’s character, Jill Munroe. This role, which she held until the series concluded in 1981, solidified her status as a household name. During her tenure on “Charlie’s Angels,” Ladd leveraged her popularity to pursue her musical aspirations, releasing three albums. Her 1978 album, “Cheryl Ladd,” reached number 129 on the Billboard 200, and the single “Think It Over” peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100, earning her a gold record. She also notably performed the National Anthem at Super Bowl XIV in January 1980.
Following “Charlie’s Angels,” Ladd maintained a consistent presence in television and film. She starred in over 30 made-for-television films, including portraying Grace Kelly in a 1983 biopic. Her feature film credits include “Purple Hearts” (1984), “Millennium” (1989), “Poison Ivy” (1992) alongside Drew Barrymore, and “Permanent Midnight” (1998). She also took on the lead role in the television series “One West Waikiki” (1994–1996) and appeared in episodes of “Charmed,” “Hope and Faith,” and “CSI: Miami.” From 2003 to 2008, she played Jillian Deline in 29 episodes of the drama series “Las Vegas.” Ladd also ventured into writing with a children’s book, “The Adventures of Little Nettie Windship” (1996), and an autobiographical book about golf, “Token Chick: A Woman’s Guide to Golfing With the Boys” (2005). In 2000, she performed on Broadway, taking over the lead role in “Annie Get Your Gun.” In 2022, Ladd competed on “Dancing with the Stars,” further showcasing her versatility.
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