Cagney's TV partner was Lacey, a five-letter word. Lacey was the character played by Tyne Daly in the 1980s television series Cagney & Lacey. The show focused on two female police detectives, Cagney (played by Sharon Gless) and Lacey, who worked together to solve crimes in New York City. The show was groundbreaking for its time, as it was one of the first to feature two female leads. It was also praised for its realistic portrayal of the struggles women faced in the workplace.