Jackie (magazine) facts for kids
| Editor | Gordon Small Nina Myskow |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Weekly |
| Circulation | 605,947 (1976) |
| Publisher | D. C. Thomson & Co. Ltd |
| First issue | 11 January 1964 |
| Final issue | 3 July 1993 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Based in | London, England |
| Language | English |
| ISSN | 0262-0286 |
Jackie was a very popular weekly magazine from the United Kingdom. It was made especially for girls. The magazine was published by D. C. Thomson & Co. Ltd in Dundee. It ran from January 11, 1964, until July 3, 1993. That's a total of 1,534 issues! Jackie was the best-selling magazine for teens in Britain for ten years, especially during the 1970s.
Contents
How Jackie Got Its Name
The magazine's name, Jackie, was picked from a list of girls' names. They almost didn't use it because of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. She was the wife of John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1963.
There's a story that the magazine was named after Jacqueline Wilson. She is a famous children's author who worked there. However, people who helped start the magazine say this isn't true.
What Was Inside Jackie?
In the 1970s, Jackie magazine had lots of different things for girls to read. It included fashion tips and beauty advice. There were also gossip sections and short stories.
Comics and Stories
The magazine often featured comic strips. These comics and short stories were usually about romance or family problems. They sometimes used drawings or photos to show "true-life experiences" from readers.
Posters and Pop Stars
In the middle of the magazine, you would often find a cool pull-out poster. These posters usually featured popular bands or movie stars. Jackie also had a section called Silly Star File. This part had funny interviews with pop music stars.
The Problem Page
One of the most popular parts of Jackie was the Cathy and Claire problem page. This section received about 400 letters from readers every week! It helped girls with their questions and dealt with important issues that young readers faced.
People Who Made Jackie
Gordon Small, who used to work for the Royal Air Force, was the first editor of Jackie. Nina Myskow, a well-known TV critic, was also an editor. She was the first woman to be an editor for the magazine.
Famous Writers
- Chrissie Glazebrook was a novelist who wrote for Jackie.
Famous Models
Many people who later became famous were models or characters in Jackie stories.
- Shirley Manson is a singer in the band Garbage and an actress.
- Fiona Bruce is a well-known BBC newsreader.
- Leslie Ash is an actress.
- Hugh Grant is a famous actor.
Jackie in Other Media
The popular magazine even inspired a musical!
