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Heather Locklear's Daughter Ava Sambora Stuns Alongside Her Lookalike Mom at Her Bridal Shower
The actress and her daughter share a striking resemblance as they celebrate Ava's upcoming wedding.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Heather Locklear, the famous actress known for her roles on Dynasty and Melrose Place, was spotted at her daughter Ava Sambora's bridal shower, where the two looked nearly identical. Ava, who is pursuing a doctorate in family therapy after earning her master's degree, is the spitting image of her mother. Locklear, who has had a tumultuous romantic history, remains optimistic about finding love again after her previous divorces.
Why it matters
Heather Locklear's close relationship with her daughter Ava Sambora and their striking physical resemblance highlights the importance of family and the passing of traits from one generation to the next. Locklear's journey to find love again after her past divorces also resonates with many people who have faced similar challenges in their personal lives.
The details
Locklear and Ava were spotted at Ava's bridal shower, dressed in chic sundresses and beaming for the camera. Ava recently graduated with a master's degree in family therapy from the USC Rossier School of Education and was recently accepted to Pepperdine University, where she will begin working towards her doctorate in the fall. Locklear has expressed how proud she is of her daughter's academic and professional accomplishments. During a recent podcast episode, Locklear also spoke about her optimistic perspective on finding love again after her two previous divorces.
- In June 2023, PEOPLE reported that Ava graduated from USC with a master's degree in family therapy.
- Ava will begin her doctoral program at Pepperdine University in the fall of 2023.
- Locklear and Ava were spotted at Ava's bridal shower in March 2026.
The players
Heather Locklear
A famous actress known for her roles on Dynasty and Melrose Place, and the mother of Ava Sambora.
Ava Sambora
Heather Locklear's daughter, who is pursuing a doctorate in family therapy after earning her master's degree.
What they’re saying
“Such a proud mama. Congratulations my baby, with your masters in MFT. With your hard work and perseverance and kind heart.”
— Heather Locklear (Instagram)
“I pray about my family every night, and my mom especially, and my daughter being happy, and especially my dog staying alive. But honestly, what I want is for God to direct me towards who I'm supposed to be with, because I can't always make good decisions, and, um, that's my immediate one.”
— Heather Locklear (What Do You Want? podcast)
The takeaway
Heather Locklear's close relationship with her daughter Ava Sambora and their shared physical resemblance serves as a heartwarming reminder of the importance of family. Locklear's optimistic outlook on finding love again after her past divorces also provides inspiration for those facing similar challenges in their personal lives.
