Heather Locklear was a frequent presence in Aaron Spelling’s TV series due to the producer’s belief that she brought good luck. Melrose Place producer Chip Hayes shared this insight during a recent episode of the iHeart podcast Still the Place, where he discussed the working relationship between Spelling and series creator Darren Star.
According to Hayes, Spelling, who was overseeing numerous shows at the time, was not directly involved in the writers’ room. Instead, Star would present story ideas to Spelling before pitching them to the network. Spelling was known to suggest introducing a villainous character akin to Alexis Carrington from Dynasty, a tactic that had proven successful in the past.
The decision to elevate Locklear’s character, Amanda Woodward, to a series regular on Melrose Place was viewed as a strategic move to boost ratings, much like the addition of Joan Collins to Dynasty had revitalized that show. Locklear, whom Spelling affectionately referred to as his “lucky penny,” had a significant impact on Melrose Place’s success.
Locklear’s portrayal of Amanda garnered critical acclaim, earning her Golden Globe Award nominations and a lasting legacy in television. She later reprised the role in a 2009 revival of Melrose Place. Recently, Locklear reunited with her former co-stars at a ’90s Con event in Florida, where she reflected on the enjoyment of playing complex characters like Amanda.
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