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. After joining the acclaimed television series Charlie’s Angels in its second season in 1977 as Kris Munroe, Cheryl Ladd quickly became a central figure, remaining on the show until its conclusion in 1981. During her tenure, Ladd leveraged her rising popularity to pursue musical aspirations, releasing three albums.
Her self-titled 1978 album, Cheryl Ladd, reached number 129 on the Billboard 200, with the single ‘Think It Over’ peaking at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning her a gold record. Further showcasing her versatile talent, she performed the National Anthem at Super Bowl XIV in January 1980. Prior to her Charlie’s Angels breakthrough, Ladd lent her voice as Melody Valentine in Hanna-Barbera’s animated series Josie and the Pussycats in 1970 and secured guest roles in popular television series like Happy Days in 1974. Following her impactful run on Charlie’s Angels, Ladd maintained a consistent and prolific presence in television and film.
Most recently, she competed on the popular reality competition show Dancing with the Stars in 2022, demonstrating her continued versatility and connection with audiences across different entertainment formats. Cheryl Ladd remains a celebrated figure, recognized for her extensive work across acting, music, and writing, consistently delivering engaging performances to global audiences.