Heather Locklear has posted an emotional tribute to her “brilliant” father.
The actress shared the sad news of Bill Locklear’s passing at age 94, via a heartfelt post on her Instagram account.
Accompanying a smiling photo of Bill wearing a baseball cap, Heather, 62, wrote, “The most brilliant man I have ever known. The bar is oh so high. The love of my life. The few the proud. I love you dad. RIP”.
People magazine reported a source as saying Bill had been “ailing for a while” and was hospitalised in February. “Obviously it was a very stressful time for the family,” the source added.
Heather received dozens of condolence messages on her post from celebrity friends.
Her ex-husband, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, 61, wrote, “Gonna miss that man and his beautiful spirit! I’m sorry for you and your familys loss Heather.”
Heather’s former Dynasty co-star Terri Garber, 63, wrote, “Im so sorry Heather. A tremendous loss. He was a wonderful dad. I know that because he helped raise you and you are wonderful. May his memory be a blessing for you and your family. Lots of love.”
Dawson’s Creek star Mary-Margaret Humes, 70, also marked her friend’s loss, writing, “I remember meeting him when I was with you many years ago …he was so handsome and kind … sending love to you and your family today. Godspeed sweet dad.”
