Heather Locklear gained recognition for her role in the ’80s popular prime-time soap opera Dynasty when she starred as Sammy Jo Carrington. The actress also starred in other series like T.J. Hooker, however, one of her most notable roles was as Amanda Woodward on the hit series Melrose Place where she played the manipulative and glamorous advertising executive earning four consecutive Golden Globe nominations for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama.
Sadly, her career has experienced a notable decline over the past decades with some attributing it to her encounters with the law and alleged struggles with alcoholism. Amidst these challenges, a recent report has suggested that the 62-year-old is determined to revive her career, and she is actively seeking support from her former co-stars in the hopes of spearheading a Melrose Place reboot.
Heather Locklear is pressuring her ‘Melrose Place’ co-stars concerning a reboot
A source revealed exclusively to The National Enquirer that Locklear is seeking to make a career comeback and as such, she is pressuring her Melrose Place co-stars to join her in creating a reboot of the popular TV series.
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The insider added that the actress has gained the attention of some of her former co-stars, including Daphne Zuniga and Laura Leighton, who have shown enthusiasm about reprising their roles. The former co-stars are also intrigued by the potential career boost a reboot could offer them and, they also want to support Locklear, especially considering the challenges she has faced over the years.
‘Melrose Place’ reboot may save Heather Locklear’s career
In light of Locklear’s concerning behavior last year when she was observed walking along a precarious ledge appearing distressed and muttering to herself outside a medical facility in Malibu, California, the source added that the actress is determined to take every possible action and wants her fans to know “she’s doing well,” right now.
With Loclear’s past brush with the law and her addiction struggles which did damage to her career, the source claimed that the planned reboot might be exactly the help the actress needs to revive her career as “This Melrose reboot may be Heather’s last chance.”