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Kate Jackson Says She Left Hollywood to Raise Her Son, Signals She's Ready to Return

Recent comments suggest she is exploring directing or acting opportunities again.

Overview

  • Jackson, who reunited with Cheryl Ladd and Jaclyn Smith at a Charlie's Angels 50th anniversary panel on April 6 at PaleyFest LA, said she stepped back from Hollywood to focus on raising her son.
  • She explained that she could not be a good director and a good mom at the same time, recalling overnight shoots on Scarecrow and Mrs. King that left her exhausted.
  • Jackson told the audience she is glad she chose motherhood and added, "I'm ready to go back," signaling openness to new projects.
  • In a follow-up interview cited by TV Insider, she said she is in California to see what work might be available, including acting or directing.
  • The actress rose to fame as Sabrina Duncan in Charlie's Angels after early roles on Dark Shadows and The Rookies and later directed episodes of Scarecrow and Mrs. King before largely stepping away from screen work.