A New Chapter for Two Eighties Icons
Heather Locklear and Lorenzo Lamas have been making headlines as they step into the spotlight together. The 68-year-old Falcon Crest star and the 64-year-old Melrose Place actress recently attended their first public event as a couple since confirming their relationship. Their appearance at the Chiller Theatre Expo 2026 in New Jersey marked a significant moment for both actors, who have long been celebrated for their work in the 1980s.
Lorenzo Lamas’ representative shared with E! News that he has been dating Heather Locklear for several months. This revelation came after TMZ reported that the pair were seen together in Las Vegas on New Year’s. Their recent outing at the horror and sci-fi convention showcased their chemistry, with Heather looking stylish in a black lace top and Lorenzo cutting a handsome figure in a leather jacket.
A Growing Relationship
The couple’s relationship has been gaining attention over the past few weeks. The Daily Mail uncovered old photos of the pair arm-in-arm in mid-January, with Lorenzo carrying her Gucci purse. These images surfaced just as news broke that Heather had met Lorenzo’s children. According to a report from TMZ, the meet-and-greet took place at her gated home in Thousand Oaks, California, followed by lunch and a movie.
Lorenzo Lamas has six children from his previous relationships. He shares son A.J., 42, and daughter Shayne, 40, with his late wife Michele Cathy Smith, whom he was married to from 1983 until 1985. He also has daughters Victoria, 26, Isabella, 25, and Alexandra, 28, with ex-wife Shauna Sand, whom he was married to from 1996 until 2002. Additionally, he has daughter Paton, 37, with actress Daphne Ashbrook.
Meanwhile, Heather Locklear has one child, daughter Ava, 28, with her ex-husband Richie Sambora, 66; they were married from 1994 to 2007.
Family Bonds
Shayne Lamas, Lorenzo’s daughter, recently shared a photo on Instagram with her father and her two kids while on Locklear’s property. The caption read, “Spring Break w Papa LoLo 2026.” This glimpse into their growing family dynamic highlights the bond between the couple and their respective children.
The news of their romance broke in mid-April on TMZ, with E! News soon confirming it through Lamas. Their first public appearance together was last November at a dinner party at The World’s Largest Disco event in Buffalo, New York. Then, on New Year’s Eve, they were spotted on a date at Barry’s Steakhouse in the Circa Resort & Casino. An insider described their interaction as “very touchy feely,” with photos capturing their affection.
A Shared History
The couple’s connection goes back further than their recent romance. They were friends in the 1980s and have remained part of the same circle of Hollywood friends. Lorenzo Lamas is considered one of the first nepo babies, as his parents were famous actors Fernando Lamas and Arlene Dahl. His father, an Argentine actor and director, and his mother, a Norwegian-American actress and MGM contract star, divorced when he was two. His father later married actress Esther Williams.
Lorenzo began his acting career on popular 1980s TV shows such as Hotel and Fantasy Island. He is best known for playing Lance Cumson on Falcon Crest from 1981 to 1990. He also starred as Reno Raines on the hit series Renegade from 1992 until 1997 and had a small role in the film Grease. Over the past two years, he has appeared in films such as Love in the Clouds, Checkmate, Stepmom from Hell, Prepare to Die, and Team of Two.
A Legacy of Stardom
Heather Locklear rose to global fame as Amanda Woodward on the hit series Melrose Place, where she starred from 1993 until 1999. She returned for the new version of the show from 2009 until 2010. Her other notable roles include Dynasty, TJ Hooker, and Spin City. With a career spanning decades, Locklear remains a beloved figure in television history.
