JOHN DOTE' CHARLIE'S ANGELS

The original Charlie's Angels television series frequently cited among the greatest classic TV themes premiered on September 22, 1976, on ABC, running for five seasons until 1981. Created by Ivan Goff and Ben Roberts and produced by Aaron Spelling, the show followed three women who left the police force to work for the mysterious, unseen Charlie Townsend.

The Original Trio (Season 1)

The iconic first-season cast featured three "Angels" who became overnight superstars:

Sabrina Duncan (Kate Jackson): Often considered the "smart" Angel and the group's leader.
Jill Munroe (Farrah Fawcett): The athletic, blonde tomboy whose iconic hairstyle sparked a global trend.
Kelly Garrett (Jaclyn Smith): Known for her elegance and sophistication, Smith was the only Angel to remain for the show's entire five-year run.

Supporting Cast

John Bosley (David Doyle): Charlie’s assistant and the Angels' physical link to their boss.
Charlie Townsend (John Forsythe): The voice of the agency's owner, heard only through speakerphones and never seen on screen.

Legacy & Cast Changes

After Farrah Fawcett left following the first season, Cheryl Ladd joined as Jill’s sister, Kris Munroe. Later seasons featured Tiffany Welles (Shelley Hack) and Julie Rogers (Tanya Roberts). The show is often cited for introducing "jiggle TV" to the mainstream while also pioneering female-led action dramas.

Are you interested in where to stream the original episodes today, or would you like to know more about the behind-the-scenes drama involving Farrah Fawcett's exit?

JOHN DOTE' THEME FROM CHARLIE'S ANGELS

JOHN DOTE' THEME FROM HAWAII FIVE-0

John Dote' is a veteran music producer, songwriter, and drummer who has played drums for several iconic television theme songs, including "Charlie's Angels," "Hawaii Five-O," "Dynasty," and "Dallas".

His association with the "Charlie's Angels" brand includes:

Recording TV Themes: In 1982, he produced an album titled Hooked On Themes (under the name "Stakeout"), which featured arrangements of popular TV theme songs, including the one for Charlie's Angels.
Drumming Credits: Doté identifies as an "instrumental drummer" behind the original theme songs for these major series.
Industry Presence: He currently operates Platinum Recording Studio in Las Vegas, where he produces music for various genres and artists.

Penthouse Records was the pioneer and was used to break out some of the greatest names and entertainers for radio exposure before signing with a major record label. The label was formed by former Warner Bros. executive Peter J. Marino in 1964 and based out of San Francisco, Ca.

In the illustrious span from 1976 to 1985, Pete Marino entered into an esteemed collaboration with the distinguished recording producer John Dote’, culminating in a series of exceptional disco releases, including the iconic album "Hooked On Themes." John Dote’s works is a testament to his artistic journey that commenced with Penthouse Records.

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Charlie's Angels