Full Breakdown
Lorenzo Lamas and Heather Locklear Reveal Romance After 43 Years
4/30/2026, 9:42:03 PM
Public Debut at Chiller Theatre Expo
Lorenzo Lamas (68) and Heather Locklear (64) appeared together for the first time as a couple on April 26, 2026 at the Chiller Theatre Expo in Parsippany, New Jersey. Both stood at autograph tables in matching black leather jackets and greeted fans of the horror- and sci-fi convention.
From 1980s TV Leads to a Playgirl Cover
Locklear rose to fame on *Dynasty* and Lamas on *Falcon Crest*. Their initial encounter occurred in 1983 when they posed for a Playgirl cover—Locklear in a bikini, Lamas in a Speedo—creating a brief but memorable media moment that linked the two future stars.
Timeline of Key Developments
- 1983: Playgirl cover.
- Nov 2025: First public sighting at a New York dinner.
- Dec 31 2025: New Year’s Eve dinner in Las Vegas.
- Apr 10 2026: Friend confirms romance to PEOPLE.
- Apr 26 2026: Expo debut.
- Dec 2025: Lamas posts nostalgic caption on X.
Personal Histories and Family
Locklear’s marriages include Tommy Lee (1986-1993) and Richie Sambora (1994-2007); she shares a 28-year-old daughter, Ava Sambora, with Sambora and ended an engagement to Chris Heisser in May 2025. Lamas has been married six times and is father to six children: sons A.J. (42) and Shayne (40) with the late Michele Smith; daughter Paton (37) with Daphne Ashbrook; and daughters Alexandra (28), Victoria (26) and Isabella (25) with ex-wife Shauna Sand. He is also a grandfather.
Official Statements & Responses
Lamas told Fox News Digital that he regards Locklear as the most amazing woman he has ever known and credited his Christian faith for guiding his choices. He described his love life as a series of trial and error that now values a spiritually grounded partnership. Locklear has not issued a public comment; her representatives have not released an official statement.
On-the-Ground Observations
Fans at the expo noted the couple’s chemistry, photographing them in coordinated jackets. Sources reported that adult children from prior relationships attended the event, confirming family involvement.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the romance’s start: some cite “late 2025,” while others describe the pair as having dated “for months” before the April 2026 debut. Locklear’s perspective on the relationship remains undocumented in official channels.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The short answer is no,” — Lorenzo Lamas, interview
- “I cannot believe that this was 43 years ago! Side note, speedos on request only,” — Lorenzo Lamas, X post
- “With Jesus Christ in your life, you can accomplish anything,” — Lorenzo Lamas, interview
- “But honestly, what I want is for God to direct me toward who I’m supposed to be with, because I can’t always make good decisions, and, um, that’s my immediate one.” — Lorenzo Lamas, interview
- “I pray about my family every night, and my mom especially, and my daughter being happy, and especially my dog staying alive," Locklear said.” — Heather Locklear, *What Do You Want?!* podcast
What’s Next
The couple’s continued public visibility has drawn media interest, and outlets will likely monitor any future statements from Locklear’s representatives.
