Jaclyn Smith, Farrah Fawcett-Majors and Kate Jackson in the TV programme ' Charlie's Angels', USA - 22.08.76

The pair have remained close friends since meeting on the 70s show, and have supported each other through battles with the disease - Smith beat breast cancer in 2003.

Smith is now returning the favour with Fawcett, who is being treated for anal cancer - and she welled up while talking about her pal's plight.

The 62-year-old told talk show host Bonnie Hunt, "She's amazing. She is strong and courageous. When I talk to her, she makes me laugh. I'm proud of her. She's my friend."

Source: WENN