Heather Locklear rose to fame after appearing in various Aaron Spelling shows during the 1980s and 1990s. She famously played the role of Sammy Jo Carrington on “Dynasty,” as well as Amanda Woodward on “Melrose Place.” She continued acting in television and film for the next few decades. However, it appears she has recently taken a break from Hollywood since her last role was in 2017 on the show “Fresh Off the Boat.”
Just as famous as her on-screen presence was her personal life. Married to rocker Tommy Lee of the band Mötley Crüe from 1986 to 1993, Locklear and Lee were a true rock ‘n’ roll couple of the time. But following their divorce, Locklear found love with Richie Sambora, who was the guitarist in Bon Jovi. They got married in 1994 and together had a daughter named Ava Sambora in 1997. However, their union wouldn’t last, and by 2006 they began divorce proceedings.
Nowadays, Ava is 24 years old and growing up to be a smart young woman. She graduated from college at the age of 23 and now appears to be following in her parents’ footsteps by making her way in the entertainment industry. What’s more, she’s inherited her mother’s gorgeous looks, with many fans believing her to be a mini version of Locklear.
Blessed with her mother’s looks and her father’s attitude, Ava is sure to be going places in her life. In 2020, she opened up to People about the support that her mother has given her for coping with anxiety, and she’s also spoken about her dad being “such a rock for (her).”