What happened to the fresh-faced stars of Melrose Place? As actor Brad Johnson dies of COVID at age 62, a look at the rollercoaster lives of his fellow cast members – from enduring success in Hollywood to sensational scandals and arrests
- The actor, who starred as Dr. Dominick O’Malley in the ’90s show, died on February 18 in Fort Worth, Texas, of pneumonia – which he contracted while fighting the deadly virus, his family has confirmed
- Melrose Place premiered on Fox in 1992, and went on for seven seasons before it ended in 1999. It followed a group of young adults living in an apartment complex in West Hollywood
- It was created by Darren Star and Aaron Spelling, and it also starred Heather Locklear, Andrew Shue, Courtney Thorne-Smith, and Thomas Calabro
- After the series concluded, many of the stars went on to accomplish a lot – landing roles in a slew of big movies and shows, with some even launching major music careers and taking the stage in Broadway shows
- However, some were plagued with controversy and scandal, and faced numerous arrests after the show end off the air
- From run-ins with the law to romances between former costars, here’s what the stars of Melrose Place have been up to over the last two decades
Fans of the beloved soap opera Melrose Place are mourning the tragic loss of Brad Johnson, who passed away from COVID-19 at the age of 62 back in February, his family has confirmed.
The actor, who starred as Dr. Dominick O’Malley in the ’90s show, died on February 18 in Fort Worth, Texas, of pneumonia – which he contracted while fighting the deadly virus.
But what had he been been doing since starring in the Beverly Hills, 90210 spinoff series? In honor of his death, FEMAIL has uncovered everything he – and his Melrose Place costars – have accomplished since the show went off the air 23 years ago.
Melrose Place premiered on Fox in 1992, and went on for seven seasons before it ended in 1999. It followed a group of young adults living in an apartment complex in West Hollywood.
It was created by Darren Star and Aaron Spelling, and it also starred Heather Locklear, Andrew Shue, Courtney Thorne-Smith, and Thomas Calabro.
After the series concluded, many of the stars went on to accomplish a lot – landing roles in a slew of big movies and TV shows, with some even launching major music careers and taking the stage in Broadway productions.
However, some were plagued with controversy and scandal, and faced numerous arrests after the show end off the air.
Fans of the beloved soap opera Melrose Place are mourning the tragic loss of Brad Johnson, who passed away from COVID-19 at the age of 62. He is pictured in the show with costar Daphne Zuniga
But what had he been been doing since starring in the Beverly Hills, 90210 spinoff series? In honor of his death, FEMAIL has uncovered everything he – and his Melrose Place costars – have accomplished since the show went off the air 23 years ago
From run-ins with the law to romances between former costars, here’s what the stars of Melrose Place have been up to over the last two decades
Brad’s family released a heartbroken statement on Thursday night, while remembering a man who they said ‘lived life to the fullest’ but ‘was taken too early.’
‘He was a true renaissance man,’ his family wrote in an obituary. ‘He was not only interested in all life had to offer, but was gifted in it as well. Although he was taken too early, he lived life to the fullest. He was larger than life.
‘Brad was loved by many and loved people back, a genuine friend, trusted colleague, and a dedicated husband and father, he will never be forgotten, and his legacy will go on.’
His other acting credits included Steven Spileberg’s hit drama Always, CSI, the Kirk Cameron-starring religious trilogy Left Behind, and the syndicated TV series Soldier of Fortune, Inc.
The most recent role cited on his IMDb page was a 2015 cowboy film called Nail 32.
The star, who was born on October 24, 1959, in Tuscon, Airzona, had stayed away from films over the last few years, but had been planning a comeback in the Western Treasure Valley – before it was shut down due to the writer and star of the film, Jay Pickett’s death.
From run-ins with the law to romances between former costars, here’s what the stars of Melrose Place have been up to over the last two decades.
Amanda Woodward played by Heather Locklear
Heather Locklear played Amanda Woodward in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2021 (right)
Heather, now 60, was born in Los Angeles, California, on September 25, 1961. She then landed a series of small roles, before she was cast in Aaron’s shows Dynasty (pictured) and T.J. Hooker
She also starred in the 1984 movie Firestarter – playing Drew Barrymore’s mom (pictured) – superhero movie The Return of the Swamp Thing, and the sitcom Going Places
She then played Amanda Woodward in Melrose Place (left). She went on to act in more of Aaron’s shows, including Matt Houston, Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, and Hotel, as well as the sitcom Spin City (right)
Heather, now 60, was born in Los Angeles, California, on September 25, 1961. While studying at University of California, Los Angeles, she began modeling and appearing in commercials for the school’s store.
She then landed a series of small roles, before she was cast in Aaron’s shows Dynasty and T.J. Hooker.
She also starred in the 1984 movie Firestarter (playing Drew Barrymore’s mom), superhero movie The Return of the Swamp Thing, and the sitcom Going Places.
She then played Amanda Woodward in Melrose Place, starring in only four episodes in the first season but being promoted to a regular due to her popularity.
And that was just the beginning for Heather. She went on to act in more of Aaron’s shows, including Matt Houston, Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, and Hotel, as well as the sitcom Spin City – which also starred Michael J. Fox and later Charlie Sheen and earned her two Golden Globe nominations.
Her other acting credits include Scrubs, Uptown Girls alongside Brittany Murphy (left), Two and a Half Men, The Perfect Man with Hilary Duff (right), Lifetime movie He Loves Me, Hot in Cleveland, and TLC’s Too Close to Home
She was married to Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee and Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora, whom she welcomed a daughter with, named Ava Elizabeth Sambora (left), in 1997. She is now dating Chris Heisser (right)
Heather (pictured in April 2022) faced numerous legal problems throughout her career. She was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in September 2008, and charged with one count of domestic violence and three counts of battery against a police officer in 2018. She pleaded no contest to all the charges
Her other acting credits include the doctor comedy show Scrubs, Uptown Girls (alongside Brittany Murphy and Dakota Fanning), Two and a Half Men, drama series LAX (which she also executive produced), The Perfect Man with Hilary Duff, Lifetime movie He Loves Me, Hot in Cleveland, comedy show Franklin & Bash, and TLC’s Too Close to Home.
She also reprised her role as Amanda in the 2009 reboot of Melrose Place, which was canceled after one season.
She was married to Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee from 1986 to 1993. She then tied the knot with Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora in 1994.
She and Richie welcomed a daughter together, named Ava Elizabeth Sambora, in 1997 – however, they divorced in 2006.
She then started dating her former Melrose Place costar Jack Wagner. They announced that they were engaged in 2011, but called it off a few months later. She is now dating Chris Heisser.
In 2008, Heather checked herself into medical facility after suffering from anxiety and depression. She spent four weeks there before returning home.
She faced numerous legal problems throughout her career, and was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in September 2008.
She eventually pleaded no contest to reckless driving, and was sentenced to three years probation.
In 2018, the actress was charged with one count of domestic violence and three misdemeanor counts of battery against a police officer.
According to reports, her brother had called 911 because of a fight she was having with her then-boyfriend, racer Chris Heisser, and she allegedly kicked three of the officers after they tried to enter her home.
In the end, she pleaded no contest to the charges and was sentenced to 30 days in a residential mental health facility.
Billy Campbell played by Andrew Shue
Andrew Shue played Billy Campbell in Melrose Place. He is pictured in the show (left) and December 2021 (right)
During his time in the show, Andrew, who was born in Wilmington, Delaware on February 20, 1967, also played soccer for the Los Angeles Galaxy
His other acting credits include The Rainmaker (alongside Matt Damon and Claire Danes) and the sports drama Gracie (which he also co-produced). He is pictured in The Rainmaker
He married a floral designer named Jennifer Hageney in 1994, and together, they welcomed three sons. They divorced in 2008. He then wed Good Morning America anchor Amy Robach in 2010 (pictured)
He also started his own social network website called CafeMom in 2006, which was dedicated to helping mothers connect with one another. It was shut down in 2018 due to low funds. He is seen in 2018
Andrew was born in Wilmington, Delaware on February 20, 1967. The now-55-year-old actor received a B.A. in history from Dartmouth in 1989.
After graduating, he briefly taught high school math in Zimbabwe, Africa, while also playing soccer for the Bulawayo Highlanders.
His debut role was as Billy Campbell in Melrose Place in 1992, which he starred in for all seven seasons. During his time in the show, he also played soccer for the Los Angeles Galaxy.
His other acting credits include The Rainmaker (alongside Matt Damon and Claire Danes) and the sports drama Gracie (which he also co-produced).
He made Gracie alongside his brother, John Shue, his brother-in-law, Oscar-winner Davis Guggenheim, and his sister, Elizabeth Shue, who is also an actress and is best known for starring in The Karate Kid, Adventures in Babysitting, and the Back to the Future movies.
It was said that the movie was about Elizabeth’s childhood, and paid tribute to their eldest brother, Will, who died in an accident in 1988.
Andrew, along with his childhood best friend, Michael Sanchez, co-founded the nonprofit organization DoSomething, which tries to ‘motivate young people to make positive change online and offline through campaigns.’
He also started his own social network website called CafeMom in 2006, which was dedicated to helping mothers connect with one another. It was shut down in 2018 due to low funds.
He was linked to his Melrose Place costar Courtney during their time in the show together.
After they split, he married a floral designer named Jennifer Hageney in 1994, and together, they welcomed three sons. They divorced in 2008.
He then wed Good Morning America anchor Amy Robach in 2010. She has two daughters from a previous marriage, whom he has helped raise.
Alison Parker played by Courtney Thorne-Smith
Courtney Thorne-Smith played Alison Parker in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2019 (right)
Afterwards, she didn’t slow down, landing roles in Fox’s legal comedy show Ally McBeal (pictured), sitcom According to Jim, and the Emma Fielding Mysteries, to name a few
She also starred in Two and a Half Men, playing Alan Harper’s girlfriend, Lyndsey McElroy. She is pictured in the series
Courtney, now 54, was born in San Francisco, California, on November 8, 1967. Her parents divorced when she was seven.
She graduated from Tamalpais High School in 1985, and made her first on screen appearance one year later, in the feature film Lucas alongside Winona Ryder, Corey Haim, and Charlie Sheen.
In the late ’80s, she also starred in comedy flick Welcome to 18, Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise, Kirstie Alley-led movie Summer School, the ABC series Growing Pains, and Side Out – before she ultimately landed the role as Alison Parker in Melrose Place.
She also released her own novel, called Outside In, in 2007, and briefly served as a spokeswoman for Almay cosmetics and Atkins Diet. She is pictured in 2018
She starred in the series up until season six. Afterwards, she didn’t slow down, landing roles in Fox’s legal comedy show Ally McBeal, sitcom According to Jim, Two and a Half Men (she played Alan Harper’s girlfriend, Lyndsey McElroy), and the Emma Fielding Mysteries, to name a few.
She also released her own novel, called Outside In, in 2007, and briefly served as a spokeswoman for Almay cosmetics and Atkins Diet.
After dating her Melrose Place costar Andrew, she married geneticist Andrew Conrad in 2000, but they divorced one year later.
She then tied the knot with a man named Roger Fishman in 2007, who was the president of the marketing film Zizo Group. She welcomed a son, named Jacob Emerson Fishman, in 2008, at age 40.
Michael Mancini played by Thomas Calabro
Thomas Calabro played Michael Mancini in Melrose Place. He is pictured in the show (left) and in 2018 (right)
Afterwards, he acted in the show Without a Trace (left), fantasy drama Touched by an Angel (right), ABC Family’s Greek, and anthology thriller film Locker 13. He also reprised his role for the 2009 reboot of Melrose Place
He has been married twice – first to a woman named Elizabeth Pryor from 1993 to 2006 – and he then wed Lisa Calabro (pictured together in 2018) in 2015. He has three kids with his former wife, Elizabeth
Thomas was born on February 3, 1959, in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Fordham University in Manhattan.
The star, now 63, started his acting career by performing in various theater roles across the city, including William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
He starred as Michael Mancini in Melrose Place for all seven of its seasons. Afterwards, he acted in the show Without a Trace, fantasy drama Touched by an Angel, ABC Family’s Greek, and anthology thriller film Locker 13. He also reprised his role for the 2009 reboot of Melrose Place.
He has been married twice – first to a woman named Elizabeth Pryor from 1993 to 2006 – and he then wed Lisa Calabro in 2015. He has three kids with his former wife, Elizabeth.
Jane Mancini played by Josie Bissett
Josie Bissett played Jane Mancini in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2020 (right)
After the show came to an end, she continued to act, starring in Book of Love, Mikey, and The Other Woman, and making appearances in shows like Law and Order: SVU and ABC Family’s The Secret Life of the American Teenager (pictured)
She also hosted her own TV series where she discussed parenting tips. Throughout her career, she has also modeled, appearing on the cover of magazines like TV Guide, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, and Shape’s Fit Pregnancy
Josie Bissett hails from Seattle, Washington. She was born on October 5, 1970 and is now 51 years old.
Her acting career started at age 12, when she landed a series of television commercials. She also modeled throughout her childhood.
Her first major role came in 1989, when she was cast in the horror flick Hitcher in the Dark, followed by Oliver Stone’s The Doors (in which she played the girlfriend of Door’s guitarist Robby Krieger).
Before starring as Jane Mancini in Melrose Place, she also appeared in the sitcom The Hogan Family for two seasons.
Josie played Jane for five and a half seasons until she took some time off after suffering from a miscarriage in real life. She then returned to the series in 1998 for its final season.
After the show came to an end, she continued to act, starring in the coming of age comedy Book of Love, the psychological thriller Mikey, and the Lifetime movie The Other Woman, and making appearances in shows like Law and Order: Special Victims Unit and ABC Family’s The Secret Life of the American Teenager.
She also hosted her own TV series where she discussed parenting tips. Throughout her career, she has also continued to model, appearing on the cover of magazines like TV Guide, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Shape’s Fit Pregnancy, and New Woman.
She was also the face of Neutrogena’s skin care line and Dr. School’s Pedicure Essentials. She wrote her own children’s book, called Tickle Monster, in 2008.
She married actor Rob Estes in 1992, who played Kyle McBride on Melrose Place. They welcomed two kids together, a son in 1999 and a daughter in 2002. However, they split in 2006, after 14 years of marriage.
She then married a man named Thomas Doig in 2017. The couple currently resides in Seattle, Washington.
Matt Fielding played by Doug Savant
Doug Savant played Matt Fielding in Melrose Place. He is pictured in the show (left) and in 2019 (right)
After leaving Melrose Place, he went on to act in Godzilla (pictured), The Outer Limits, crime drama Prolifer, Western drama Firefly, NYPD Blue, CBS’ CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and 24 (which also starred Kiefer Sutherland)
He was also well known for starring as Tom Scavo in the ABC series Desperate Housewives alongside Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, his Melrose Place costar Marcia Cross, and Eva Longoria. He is pictured in the show
Dough wed Laura Leighton, whom he met on set of Melrose Place, in 1998. She gave birth to a son named Jack in 2000, and a daughter named Lucy in 2005. They are pictured together in 2013
Doug Savant was born on June 21, 1964, in Burbank California. The now 57-year-old attended University of California.
His first acting role was in the movie Secret Admirer in 1985. He also starred in Teen Wolf that same year, followed by the horror flick Trick or Treat, the CBS series Knots Landing, and erotic thriller Masquerade.
He played Matt Fielding in Melrose Place up until the seventh season, when his character was killed off in a car accident.
After leaving Melrose Place, he went on to act in Godzilla, The Outer Limits, crime drama Prolifer, Western drama Firefly, NYPD Blue, CBS’ CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and 24 (which also starred Kiefer Sutherland).
He was also well known for starring as Tom Scavo in the ABC series Desperate Housewives alongside Teri Hatcher, Felicity Huffman, his Melrose Place costar Marcia Cross, and Eva Longoria.
He married a woman named Dawn Dunkin in 1983, but they split in 1997 after welcoming two daughters together – Arianna and Madeline in 1992 and 1993.
Dough then wed Laura Leighton, whom he met on set of Melrose Place, in 1998. She gave birth to a son named Jack in 2000, and a daughter named Lucy in 2005.
Jake Hanson played by Grant Show
Grant Show played Jake Hanson in Melrose Place. He is pictured in the show (left) and in 2018 (right)
He was first propelled into the spotlight when he starred in the soap opera Ryan’s Hope, which earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Young Actor in a Daytime Drama Series. He is pictured for the show with Yasmine Bleeth
While starring in the series, he caught the attention of Melrose Place producer Aaron, who helped him earn a brief role as Jake Hanson in the show Beverly Hills, 90210 (pictured)
In August 2012, he tied the knot with actress Katherine LaNasa, and they have since welcomed one daughter, named Eloise McCue Show, in 2014
After Melrose Place, he appeared Point Pleasant, Six Feed Under, Dirt, Swington, Private Practice (pictured), Accidentally on Purpose, the supernatural movie The Possession, comedy-drama Devious Maids, and CW’s Dynasty reboot, among others
Grant Show, now 60, was born on February 27, 1962, in Detroit, Michigan, but he grew up in Milpitas, California. He graduated from UCLA.
He was first propelled into the spotlight when he starred in the soap opera Ryan’s Hope from 1984 to 1987, which earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Young Actor in a Daytime Drama Series.
While starring in the series, he caught the attention of Melrose Place producer Aaron, who helped him earn a brief role as Jake Hanson in the show Beverly Hills, 90210.
He then appeared as Jake once again in Melrose Place from season one to season six.
Afterwards, he appeared in the TV movies Blessed Assurance, Between Love and Honor, and Homeland Security. He appeared on Broadway in the 1999 show Wit.
He also acted in the Fox show Point Pleasant, HBO’s Six Feed Under, the FX series Dirt, CBS’ drama Swington, Private Practice from 2008 to 2009, the sitcom Accidentally on Purpose, the supernatural movie The Possession, comedy-drama Devious Maids, and CW’s Dynasty reboot, among others.
He married actress and model Pollyanna McIntosh in 2004, after they starred in a Lane Bryant campaign together one year earlier. However, they divorced in 2011.
In August 2012, he tied the knot with actress Katherine LaNasa, and they have since welcomed one daughter, named Eloise McCue Show, in 2014.
Peter Burns played by Jack Wagner
Jack Wagner played Peter Burns in Melrose Place. He is pictured in the show (left) and in 2020 (right)
Before he famously played Peter Burns in Melrose Place, he had a brief role in the soap opera A New Day in Eden. He also starred in General Hospital (pictured), which earned him a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Best Younger Actor
Afterwards, he went on to star in Moving Target, Lady Killer, Frequent Flyer, NBC’s Titans, Sunset Beach, The Bold and the Beautiful, When Calls the Heart (pictured), and the Wedding March movies
In 2006, he made headlines when he won $142,550 in the game show Wheel of Fortune. He also competed on season 14 of Dancing With the Stars, where he came in 11th place
The former Melrose Place star also launched a major singing career, releasing six studio albums over the years – and earning the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with his song All I Need. He is pictured with Josie in 2019
Jack Wagner, now 62, was born in Washington, Missouri, on October 3, 1959. He received a full scholarship from the drama department at University of Arizona.
Before he famously played Peter Burns in Melrose Place, he had a brief role in the soap opera A New Day in Eden. He also starred in General Hospital (which earned him a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Best Younger Actor) and Santa Barbara.
He joined the show as Dr. Burns in season three and stayed until the show concluded.
Afterwards, he went on to star in Moving Target with Jason Bateman, Lady Killer (alongside Judith Light), TV movie Frequent Flyer, NBC’s Titans, the daytime soap opera Sunset Beach, The Bold and the Beautiful from 2003 to 2012 (which garnered him his second Daytime Emmy nomination), When Calls the Heart, and the Wedding March movies.
He also returned to General Hospital many times throughout its years on the air, and appeared in various Hallmark movies.
In 2006, he made headlines when he won $142,550 in the game show Wheel of Fortune. He also competed on season 14 of Dancing With the Stars, where he came in 11th place.
On top of all that, the former Melrose Place star also launched a major singing career, releasing six studio albums over the years – and earning the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with his song All I Need.
He was also on Broadway, starring in Jekyll & Hyde, and performed on the national theater tour as Tony in West Side Story throughout 1987.
Sydney Andrews played by Laura Leighton
Laura Leighton played Sydney Andrews in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2013 (right)
Her other big roles include CBS’ The Other Woman, Beverly Hills, 92010 (pictured), romantic comedy Seven Girlfriends, horror flick The clean and Narrow Opposite, Rob Thomas’ Cupid, The Outer Limits, and indie film The Sky Is Falling
She also starred in the Lifetime flicks A Deadly Encounter and Love Notes, as well as The Burrowers, Pretty Little Liars alongside Lucy Hale, Ashley Benson, and Shay Mitchell (pictured), and a series of Hallmark movies
Laura was born in Iowa City, Iowa, on July 24, 1968. The now-53-year-old actress graduated from West High School, where she was a cheerleader.
After school, she joined The Young Americans choir, touring with them in 1987. In the early ’90s, she also appeared in various commercials for companies like Pizza Hut and Dep Hair Gel.
She then landed her first major role, which was Sydney Andrews in Melrose Place. She starred as Sydney up until season six, when the character was hit by a car and seemingly killed.
Her other big roles include CBS’ The Other Woman, Beverly Hills, 92010, romantic comedy Seven Girlfriends, horror flick The clean and Narrow Opposite, Rob Thomas’ Cupid, The Outer Limits, and indie film The Sky Is Falling.
She married her Melrose Place costar Doug in 1993, and they have two kids together. The couple is pictured in 2019
She then took a break from acting to welcome her son, Jack, who was born in 2000.
She returned to acting in 2003, starring in a few small roles in series like Boston Legal, Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, and CSI: Miami.
She also starred in the Lifetime flicks A Deadly Encounter and Love Notes, as well as The Burrowers, Pretty Little Liars (alongside Lucy Hale, Ashley Benson, and Shay Mitchell), and a series of Hallmark movies.
She reprised her role as Sydney in the 2009 reboot of Melrose Place. She married her Melrose Place costar Doug in 1993, and they have two kids together.
Kimberly Shaw played by Marcia Cross
Marcia Cross played Kimberly Shaw in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2019 (right)
Marcia’s other acting credits include the 1990 movie Bad Influence, Always Say Goodbye in 1996, comedy flick Just Peck, Bringing Up Bobby alongside Milla Jovovich, ABC’s thriller series Quantico (pictured), and Desperate Housewives
She was nominated for an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes, and five Screen Actors Guild Awards for her role in Desperate Housewives. She is pictured in the show
Marcia hails from Marlborough, Massachusetts. She was born on March 25, 1962.
The star, now 60, earned a B.F.A. in acting from Juilliard in 1984, and later went on to receive a master’s degree in psychology from Antioch University in 2003.
She first started acting in 1984, when she landed a role in the soap opera The Edge of Night. She also starred in The Last Days of Franke and Jesse James with Johnny Cash, ABC’s One Life to Live, and various other small roles.
She was then cast as Kimberly Shaw in Melrose Place, whom she starred as for five seasons, starting as a recurring character and being bumped up to a main character for seasons four and five.
Marcia’s other acting credits include the 1990 movie Bad Influence, Always Say Goodbye in 1996, comedy flick Just Peck, Bringing Up Bobby alongside Milla Jovovich, ABC’s thriller series Quantico, and Desperate Housewives.
She was nominated for an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes, and five Screen Actors Guild Awards for her role in Desperate Housewives.
She also made appearances in the shows Seinfeld, Boy Meets World, Spin City, and The King of Queens throughout her career.
She dated fellow actor Richard Jodan, who is 25 years older than her, for many years until he died of a brain tumor in 1993.
In 2006, she tied the knot with a stockbroker named Tom Mahoney. She later gave birth to twin daughters in 2007, via in vitro fertilization.
The actress revealed in 2018 that she was in remission for anal cancer after undergoing treatment.
Jo Reynolds played by Daphne Zuniga
Daphne Zuniga played Jo Reynolds in Melrose Place. She is pictured in the show (left) and in 2019 (right)
Her other early roles include Vision Quest, The Sure Thing opposite John Cusack, Stone Pillow (alongside Lucille Ball), Mel Brooks’ Spaceballs (pictured), the sequel to The Fly, and the drama-comedy Staying Together
Her career skyrocketed after Melrose Place, and she went on to star in the animated show My Childhood, Pandora’s Clock, Beautiful People (left), and One Tree Hill (right), as well as numerous Hallmark movies
Daphne Zuniga is from San Francisco, California, and was born on October 28, 1962. As a teen, the now 59-year-old attended the Young Conservatory program hosted by the American Conservator Theater.
She moved to Reading, Vermont, after her parents divorced so she could live with her mom. After graduating from school, she attended UCLA, where she studied theater arts.
Her first movie role was in the slasher The Dorm That Dripped Blood in 1982, followed by The Initiation in 1984.
Her other early roles include Vision Quest, The Sure Thing opposite John Cusack, Stone Pillow (alongside Lucille Ball), Mel Brooks’ Spaceballs, the sequel to The Fly, and the drama-comedy Staying Together.
She co-produced and co-directed a documentary called The Future We Will Create: Inside the World of TED, which took a deep dive into the annual Technology, Entertainment, and Design conference. She is pictured in 2016
She married businessman David Mleczko in 2019, after being set up on a blind date back in 2006. The couple is seen in July 2019
She was then cast as Jo Reynolds in Melrose Place, which she starred in until the fifth season.
Her career skyrocketed after that, and she went on to star in the animated show My Childhood, the 1996 miniseries Pandora’s Clock, ABC Family show Beautiful People, One Tree Hill, and Hallmark’s Mail Order Bride in 2008, as well as numerous other Hallmark movies.
She co-produced and co-directed a documentary called The Future We Will Create: Inside the World of TED, which took a deep dive into the annual Technology, Entertainment, and Design conference.
She also wrote the CBS Interactive web series Novel Adventures, and directed the 2019 movie The Protégé.
She married businessman David Mleczko in 2019, after being set up on a blind date back in 2006.
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