Heather Locklear has always been a captivating presence in Hollywood, and now she’s shedding light on a surprising chapter from her early acting days—a date with none other than Tom Cruise. The Melrose Place alum, now 62, opened up about the unexpected evening they shared when both were just starting their illustrious careers. At 90s Con Florida over the weekend, Heather reminisced about their encounter, taking fans back to a time when two future stars were just figuring it all out.
The story begins in the '80s, at a time when Heather and Tom, also 62, were young, ambitious actors auditioning for roles in a highly competitive industry. "We both did an audition for the film together," Heather shared with the panel. "And I was like, 'Oh my gosh, I'm terrible.
'" Despite her self-deprecating humor, it’s hard to imagine Heather being anything less than stellar. She couldn't resist adding a playful jab at her date for the evening. "Jokingly, he's even worse!" she quipped, recalling their shared experience.
The audition didn’t lead to roles for either of them, but it did set the stage for an unforgettable night out. After the audition, the two decided to go dancing at Club Lingerie, a hotspot in Los Angeles at the time. Heather fondly recalled the date, noting that Tom was "very nice.
" However, it was his dance moves that left a lasting impression on her, and not necessarily in a good way. "I've said this before, I mean, he was really cute," she admitted, "but those dance mo.