Former “Charlie’s Angels” actress Jaclyn Smith has shared a candid anecdote in her recently released memoir, “I Once Knew a Guy Named Charlie.” The 80‑year‑old author writes that during a 1980s flight to Hawaii for the series, co‑star Tanya Roberts, who was married to Barry Roberts, invited Smith to join the couple for a threesome.
Smith’s perspective on the invitation
Smith says she declined the offer, but she praised Roberts for her honesty about her sexuality, describing it as “brave and self‑aware.” She added that while she respects people’s varied passions, her own perspective on marriage remains traditional, rooted in the values she grew up with.
Context from the memoir
The memoir, released earlier this month, also reflects on the broader culture of the entertainment industry in the 1970s and 1980s. Smith notes that open‑marriage arrangements were not uncommon among some of her colleagues, though she found the idea personally complicated and potentially hurtful.
Public reaction
People magazine reported the story, and USA Today highlighted Smith’s remarks about the importance of respecting differing lifestyles while maintaining personal convictions. The revelation comes as the “Charlie’s Angels” franchise approaches its 50th anniversary.
Broader cultural note
Smith’s account underscores the ongoing conversation about relationship norms and personal values, reminding readers that individuals can hold differing views on marriage and sexuality while still coexisting respectfully.
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