Heather Locklear on Reconnecting with Her High School Sweetheart After 40 Years

Drew chats with Heather Locklear about her new film Don't Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story. Heather also shares the lessons she learned from her daughter and discusses reconnecting with her high school sweetheart.
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[@CM-jn3wp]

When I was a young adult, I went up to Miss Heather while she was eating with her then husband, Sambora at Baby A's in Austin. This was like over 20 years ago. I realize it was rude at the time and still is , but I JUST LOVED her. She was one if my favorite actors. And at the time Austin was a small town. So seeing a Big Name was very big deal. Sambora was very rude. I walked away. She got up and signed her name on a napkin and smiled. I will always remember how good she made me FEEL. She really is a class act. 😌💯

[@Mr.EmeraldTheGreen]

Omg that is so unbelievably beautiful and sweet of her!!! I just love her so much and now even more!

[@marcathens2951]

Typical guy reaction 🙄. Glad she was nice to you 🙏

[@maggie210]

So sweet of her💖💖💖Beautiful woman💖

[@Taureanfitness]

I love that story I would have done the same thing It was really sweet of her to sign her autograph I love Richie Sambora but I can understand why he was rude

[@evaadams8298]

@@marcathens2951 sambora is rude.

[@amynaddra7230]

When my husband passed suddenly, he also did similar things. He left me a note on my desk of the day he died entitled 25 beautiful things you did for me in my life.

[@gige0156]

Omg. I’m so sorry for your loss. That was such an amazing thing. I have goosebumps. He knew. 🙏💜

[@swhiting100]

Oh my god. How tender. I'm so sorry he died, Amy.

[@IamSquirrel]

That is so WOW! That is love. Condolences 💐

[@RosePetal17]

Omg, that is SO beautiful. I am so moved Amy! Such a treasure. He is watching you from beyond physical form.

[@djwalkerfemaledj]

Sorry for your loss

[@jbt6007]

We need more Health Locklear. What a lady, such a survivor and I'm so happy she is doing well! Big hug to you Heather. We love you.

[@starrfishhill]

Hi… just wondering what she is a survivor of? I really don’t know… 🤷‍♀️ Could you please enlighten me

[@StrangerHappened]

@@starrfishhill Heather has had years of drug abuse, mental health issues, herself has become a physical abuser of several people on multiple occasions. She was barely surviving and functioning for years. Let's hope she will improve.

[@justayoutuber1906]

Ew. she's not looking good

[@violetlight100]

Met Heather at Dos Locos, Mexican restaurant at the Sheraton El Conquistador Resort many years ago. I will never forget how nice and bubbly and welcoming she was to everyone 💗

[@lizelg2518]

I love Heather Locklear, since the days of Dynasty, she is so beautiful 💐💐and talented.

[@elizabethdevries8028]

Seeing Heather tear up when she told Drew she loved her made me cry. It's lovely.

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Elizabeth, can I please ask you a question?

[@janelaughrin5153]

I was thinking the exact same thing! Such a sweet, genuine moment! Reminds me of the relationship with my husband, son, and myself.......no visit or phone call ever ends without saying I love you!

[@carrisagrace1]

For the last few years of my dogs life- I made sure to always give her a hug abd say I love you whenever I left the house in case it was her last day. And sure enough one day after 17 years of her life I came home and she moved onto the next life. I’m so glad I never skipped an I love you.

[@Mr.EmeraldTheGreen]

I did and still do the same thing with my babies!

[@colourfulsouls]

Wow, 17 yrs?! That is a long life for a dog tho, may I ask what kind of dog was she? I’ve had a few dogs in my life, but my first got accidentally run over when she was 8 (a little Maltese), then got a husky when my kids were babies- he was 11 when he died from cancer and some other natural health issues, my sister niece and I actually had/shared a dog while my husky was alive a golden retriever/choc lab mix, who died just last year at 9yo- she had gotten an infection in her uterus that we didn’t know about, which spread into her ovaries and caused them to burst.. they tried to save her with surgery but it was to late, and we ended up getting a new dog last year- a border collie. She’s a sweetheart and still just a (1yo) puppy, but I hope she lives a long healthy happy life with us. One of the saddest things about getting a new puppy last yr so close to when our dog died is that since the beginning it’s always made me sad how much our dog would’ve loved if we’d gotten the puppy while she was alive, she would’ve been a great mother

[@kyriefreer3207]

Thank you for sharing this ❤️

[@Lambchoppe53]

​@@colourfulsoulschihuahuas have a long life span

[@gumdrop25]

I'm sorry for your loss, thank you for sharing.

[@CodyRae11]

I am SOOOO HAPPY to see Heather so well!!! 🥰🥰🥰 She's amazing!!!!!

[@wood8715]

Best interview of Heather ever! Needed to see and hear good news about her!!!!

[@charityeddleman4851]

Wow , Heather is one of the most BEAUTIFUL women on earth !! Glad to see she’s doing well !! 🤗

[@chuckashton8924]

The show has really grown. I’m excited for Drew. Heather’s best spot in years

[@MiraGabriel9]

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[@MiraGabriel9]

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[@MiraGabriel9]

yes please

[@MiraGabriel9]

yes i

[@kenblair6622]

You mean as opposed to being in jail and rehab? I guess so.

[@janetpartyka5968]

Drew is such a kind human being. What a lovely person.

[@Whalee39]

You can tell Heather just adores Drew. Like a mother is to her daughter. I think I cried when she said “I love you Drew” 💫⭐️💛🌟

[@Purplenpinkk]

I'm so glad Heather is doing well. Way to go! Love that Drew Barrymore is putting out such a thoughtful talk show - such a gem.

[@damienbinladin2763]

i love c tracys mom huma 🦠 is 😷

[@dalemclean5103]

HEATHER IS A BIG LOSER

[@pannamal5182]

Not any more

[@Purplenpinkk]

@@pannamal5182 I think I saw something about that recently. From what I read it sounds like she may be bipolar.

[@sunshineluvr12]

Gorgeous. Gorgeous Heather Locklear, my sister Angelica, who passed on Easter 2021, used to always say that Heather was her best friend, although she never met her! 😍😍

[@johnhuber354]

Aww. Cute.

[@kimberlymully9899]

I’m so happy for Heather. She is such a beautiful person inside out. I hope to see more projects of hers!!!

[@accesstotheredcarpet]

Loving Drew’s whole vibe. 🙌🏻🙌🏻 Such a classy lady. Heather looks great as well

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Dear, can I please ask you a question?

[@benjochs]

It took me a minute to realize Heather is there virtually! Her chair looks like it’s floating. Hehe. Cool that Drew and Heather worked together years ago on firestarter.

[@Deisi666]

Do you know how that works? Like is Drew looking at a screen but for us watching it looks like she is actually there? I’m so not into technology 😄

[@Mr.EmeraldTheGreen]

Wow!! That is weird! I thought she was just social distancing!

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Really ? how did you find out ? I can't detect any difference in the picture. wow.

[@Deisi666]

@@KindCountsDeb3773 Look at the chair or around Heathers hair, it has certain blue like tone to it

[@nightbird5317]

@ Ben O it’s truly amazing 😉

[@jenniferabraham5130]

Great to see Heather thriving and still acting 🙌 she looks incredible

[@derekllewellyn6663]

She was in Tucson Arizona has been gaslight theater show on 45th anniversary celebration party years and 40th years and 4th anniversary celebration party years I just realized remember her

[@justayoutuber1906]

No, she doesn't

[@klaytonpeterson]

Yes

[@DeeDee-pl8se]

Happy to see Heather doing well and I enjoy this show😍

[@melanielapan4632]

I love Drew's interview-style she always keeps it classy! Looking forward to seeing Heather's new movie! Wonderful to see her so happy!

[@juliebianchi2163]

I'm glad Heather is doing well & working again! She's had a lot of struggles the last few years and I'm glad to see she has pulled through. She looks great too!

[@JoeSmith-jo2qz]

I'm so happy Heather is back into acting after some personal struggles with alcohol. She looks amazing and happy. Can't wait for the movie hope it's good

[@boyandcatmum]

I am so happy for Heather!!! It is so good she was able to reconnect with her high school sweetheart what a lovely love story so wonderful!!! I now spend all the time I have with my sons as you can never get that time back.

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Donna, can I please ask you a question?

[@LucyLane07]

My two sons always say I love you before leaving me or hanging up on the phone. One lives abroad in UK and my eldest recently moved back home after his 27yr old fiance died of covid 2 months ago. This time of covid19 has made us even more aware of Not Sweating the small stuff. It's been so hard to lose loved ones without saying goodbye. But he knows that she knew he loved her .

[@harperstacey9604]

Was your son's fiancee vaccinated? From Ms. Harper Stacey.

[@angelasmith257]

Love heather from back in her melrose place days never missed a episode!...glad she finally found the happiness she so deserves! She’s a beautiful soul....

[@maxinedavieds8102]

Love Drew’s hair. Glad to see Heather happy and healthy.

[@bettycardelfewilliams7195]

Heather Locklear is amazing I love her

[@frankmandy1981]

Two very lovely ladies who obviously adore one another. This looks like a great movie. God bless you both.

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Amanda, can I please ask you a question?

[@lisas2538]

Seriously who couldn’t love these two women. Good interview.

[@thatmetalchiick]

So glad Heather seems to be doing good now. I was worried for her for a long time.

[@lisaweaver1685]

I JUST LOVE THAT HEATHER! I hope she'll be acting more for years to come❤

[@adrianafalcon983]

She looks great I’m happy for her 😘

[@lauraa7042]

Go Heather! Wishing you all the best.

[@MarieA787]

I love Heather she is such a sweet heart ❤

[@sisis_eyes_wide_open]

I do the same with my children. When Heather mentioned how her and her daughter always tell each other ily every time they go out. Life is so short and anything can happen. I would always my children to know how much I really loved them ❤️

[@elcoreelcore]

Great to see Heather! Big fan

[@betsybabf748]

My husband was 45 when I was widowed suddenly at 41, with our 5 kids to raise alone. My husband was my world since we were practically kids. This movie may be a very tough watch.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

Hope you can find comfort in your memories.

[@kimpate2678]

God bless you ❤️

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Betsy, can I please ask you a question?

[@andrereynolds5018]

I don’t usually watch day time tv, but for Heather Locklear… i had to watch!!!! Still beautiful and she has passed that on to her daughter… along with love, joy, peace of Christ… and the ability to start over anytime you need to. Love her… hope she does many more movies. This one was amazing!!!!!

[@sugargold4126]

I hope she’s ok. I loved her on Melrose Place.

[@Pottymouthpollyanna]

Nice to see a talk show host that actually lets their guests talk.

[@harperstacey9604]

She's better as a talk show host than an actress. From Ms. Harper Stacey.

[@alisonfraser3305]

Wow, I’m having one of those days and hearing the anecdote about always saying “I love you” to everyone hit me out of the blue. My dear cousin always said it too, on the phone or when the kids left for a date. If you so much as left the room. We used to kid her for being so sentimental. She died too young, and unexpectedly, after a lifelong illness. Of course, the last thing she said to each of us was, “I love you.” And her name was Heather. I’m taking it as a sign, if you don’t mind. You have a wise daughter, Ms. Locklear.

[@carbonenergyzerocompany1372]

she is beautiful and I hope she is doing well. Don't let things get you down

[@moonstone8792]

I Love hearing people say, "I love you" , when hanging up their phone in public ♥💖♥ ... Also Love Drew's shoes!

[@JulieLAgresta]

I'm so happy Heather is in a good place now :-)

[@juliemiller2523]

SHE IS VERY SENSATIVE.. WE GET THAT WAY AS WE AGE.. U DONT FEEL SO FULL OF YOURSELF WHEN U HIT THE 6O PLUS RANGE.

[@adamstubes]

Good job Drew. Got the wardrobe colors, hair and makeup perfect now.

[@pamelabrown9484]

Im happy to see that Heather has gotten better, I hops she continues on this path...I love that she has aged naturally , she looks fit, healthy and beautiful!....and very happy!

[@djlatnhouse]

Wow. Charlie McGee and her mom, Vicky Tomlinson together again. Fantastic interview. ❤️

[@MySkinnydip]

I saw Heather coming out of a spa and she looked so beautiful! It was like the sun was following her around. I think she said something like” It’s cold out here” and I said she looked great!

[@lauralarrabee7870]

Heather is really lovely. They used film MP on the beach. My sister walked up to her and told her that our dad loved her in Dynasty and TJ Hooker. And that she saved MP from being so boring. Heather was so gracious to ask our dads name and say, “Tell Val and I said Hi and I appreciate his support.” She’s a beautiful human being.

[@out2fun]

Sounds like a movie that would make me cry through the whole thing!

[@nightbird5317]

Simply divine grace ♥️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🌹🌹 🙏🏼LIVE,LAUGH,LOVE 🙏🏼

[@roz805]

I am so happy to see Heather looking so well and working again on projects she’s passionate about. Go Heather! ✌🏼

[@janiceg7661]

I reconnected with my high school sweetheart almost 30 years later, so I’m very happy for Heather. God bless!

[@heidimalloy2786]

The Goldengirl as Aaron Spelling used to say ! Good to see this and see her again ❤️

[@mrqs1549]

So good to see Heather healthy and happy!

[@shop-with-me]

I lost my husband and all my retirement within a three month time span. I was married for 22 1/2 years, lost everything in a blink of an eye. I was retired at this time for 15 years and had to start over. What a great story Kristine Carlson, I thought for years I was alone. Can't wait to watch the movie and I am so glad Heather Locklear is doing doing this, I have always loved her.

[@laurenkaplan7390]

Amanda Woodward! The BEST! Great seeing Heather on Drew’s show! I love how thought provoking and positive her program is! She makes it look easy but wow it’s not

[@joannakapsha4199]

I love the episode when she made a peeping Tom cry. She’s the best

[@Magdal1974]

Two beautiful ladies: Drew and Heather. Heather is a so beautiful woman and I wish her the best for now and her future. She has unbelievable beautiful eyes. Be safe and healthy, beautiful girls.

[@VoteBlue4Peace-LoveInUSAagain]

I've missed her! Good to see and hear her again. Thanks for bringing her on Drew.

[@KathyJeanActress]

This is so great, you guys, thank you!

[@CosmicChild1111]

So good to see Heather💜✨ one of my favorite actresses from back in the day. I could really feel her sincerity…a heart of gold❤️‍🔥

[@chrissyhayes8762]

What a wonderful interview. What a moment, when Heather and Drew say " I love you".

[@lukejack9551]

Heather will forever be one of the most beautiful women ever❤❤❤❤.

[@julieshelley9251]

Love Heather, I was watching Dynasty the other day, so epic

[@IamSquirrel]

Yes! Heather and Joan Collins should do a spin off! My 2 favorites on that show.

[@charlottebezuidenhout2690]

Heather was such an icon for me... lovely to see her ... sweet soul!

[@jennyoshea1958]

One of the most beautiful women in the world. Heather was and still is, very stunning; with an underlying sweet presence. Seems like a lovely lady

[@michelepace777]

I'm so glad I caught the show today!! Excited to see this new film. One of my most profound fav books!

[@mthor2346]

I worked on two different made for TV movies with Heather. She was so sweet and kind and still beautiful.

[@micheleforte2653]

Great interview Drew. Heather is doing well and looking fabulous. Continue to inspire us and show us your talent on the screen.

[@tonifoster6253]

Nice plastic surgery ah

[@DirtKickerStudio]

Fantastic performance from Heather Locklear in this film. She is so real, I just love her.

[@claudetteking1039]

She looks & sounds fantastic ! Go Heather :)

[@kamakauli]

Heather looks so good. She's a legend!

[@allyncampbell9834]

So glad to see Heather. She brought me to tears. I am so happy for her🙏⭐️

[@CodyRae11]

Literally verbatim the SAME!!!!!

[@sandrawalker7825]

I'm so happy for Heather

[@lorrainefavela8890]

So good to see Heather again. Beautiful and so talented, I love everything she does. God bless her.

[@delphiaslater8903]

Now that you've survived beauty, "growing up, epic world changes....the best is yet to come. Best to you BOTH!!!

[@shannonm.4087]

I am so proud of Heather for winning the battle w her issues- she is awesome!

[@lulu7777ist]

Heather looks great and doing great, I’m so happy for her. It was a great movie.

[@selenasanchez7336]

I have always been a fan of Heather Lockier. Omgosh loved Melrose Place She was Great in that.❤❤❤❤❤

[@America12412]

Ahh...so nice to see Heather on your show ..she looks great!!

[@joycesmith4599]

So wonderful to see Heather!! ❤️ a fan from very beginning!!

[@corrinafrench7709]

So nice to see Heather...she is such a beauty! ❤

[@zeldasmith6154]

She is so darling. She's a great actor.

[@Lilly-iy3ob]

Great actress, still just as beautiful!!... She always carried the weekly shows!!!

[@whostosay3256]

She looks great! I think it’s fantastic she reconnected with her high school sweetheart - says a lot about her.

[@gumdrop25]

Heather looks amazing! I'm happy for her! Great interview Drew!

[@maryg3143]

You're such a good host, Drew! I hope Heather has found happiness with her beau!

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Mary, can I please ask you a question?

[@shaynarose4254]

ICON 😍🤩

[@swineinny1]

You know, it just shows how misleading bad pics can be cuz that’s all I’ve seen of her lately - bad pics that make her look awful. But here she looks great, she’s sweet & she seems happy. I always liked her.

[@JW99736]

I always loved the Dont Sweat the Small Stuff books, and the story of the husband and wife authors. Super cool that they’re making a movie about it.

[@afrilifewealth8743]

They both look amazing! I use to watch Heather a long time ago and it's great that she's done this movie...it will help a lot of people!

[@lorir5728]

I used to be afraid of hugging and saying I love you. I get it. Her daughter is adorable.

[@Charlife4]

WOOOOOW! She looks incredible 😊❤

[@petersmithyy4556]

Makeup and Botox

[@jm7804]

She does look great. She gets trolled when she goes outside without makeup. She gets trolled when she wears makeup. She get trolled for not having plastic surgery. She gets trolled when people think she's had it. She gets trolled for gaining weight. She gets trolled for not working more. What the hell is wrong with people?

[@LUNA_1111]

Rooting both of you ladies on in life,love and future endeavors! Much love ❤

[@PiazzaGurl]

I will always remember her in Swamp Thing series.

[@unknown-lf6zx]

Awe so glad Heather is doing well. She looks good and seems mentally well too! So love her!

[@ladyryan902]

Drew always is respectful n always interested..truly nice

[@tennesseetruckgirl8591]

I’m so happy for Heather. I love LOVE STORY’S. Also, can’t wait to her new movie. Glad she’s back.

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Tennessee, can I please ask you a question?

[@patrickmckinley9937]

Hi 👋 Tennessee, can I please ask you a question?