"I can't even imagine going through what I went through without them. Hair or no hair, we're just happy she's healthy! The actress seems to be in a better place now, however. Matt Damon father. Since 2017, the actress has enjoyed a residency at the Hallmark Channel, playing the titular role in the network's Emma Fielding Mystery series. Auch für Josie Bissett lief es nach 'Melrose Place' nicht ganz so rosig. Who says you can't go home? The Fox drama was an instant hit, and its stars were subsequently catapulted to stardom. Rutherford, who now has her own line of jewelry, filed for bankruptcy in 2013 following her divorce from Giersch, after spending "nearly $1.5 million on legal fees [during the] bitter divorce/custody war." However, according to Estes, his favorite role came in ABC's 2006 show The Evidence. "Up to that point [...] if you had a gay character on television, the issue for that character would be, 'Oh, my God. Janet A. Hoag (born September 19, 1948) is an American film and television actress. [32][33], Ashlee Simpson-Wentz's portrayal of the scheming Violet Foster was criticized by both critics and fans who found her very loathsome, and she was reportedly disliked by fellow cast members. In addition to SATC's successful run and its subsequent films, Davis has enjoyed a number of post-MP projects, including voicing Miss Spider on the cartoon series Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends and playing Ginny Taylor-Clapp on the short-lived CBS series, Bad Teacher. David kann sich dank seinem Blackout an nichts erinnern und … Meanwhile, Wendi sends Lauren on a job on a yacht, but Lauren panics when she sees David board the boat to meet with his boss' friend to ask for more robbery jobs. She was honored for her activism at the 2015 Environmental Media Awards, admitting to People that she has a surprising phobia. Caleb reams Ella after her director bails on a job, so she recruits Jonah to fill in on a Boomkat music video at the last minute. By & by Breanne L. Heldman | Mon., Mar. Auggie later finally takes out his repressed anger by punching his demanding boss at Coal Restaurant. In 2010, Rinna appeared in a reality show based on her famous marriage called Harry Loves Lisa. Josie Bissett. [53] Later that week, E! Jane Andrews, Sydney's sister, comes to Melrose Place and announces that she inherited the building from Sydney. [34][35] It was announced in October 2009 that Simpson-Wentz and Colin Egglesfield would be leaving the series after the conclusion of the "Sydney Andrews murder mystery" storyline. Ella uses her charms to get Jonah a new job as the computer I.T. Season one and season two were broadcast on Wednesday at 9 p.m.… [15] On February 6, 2009, Ausiello confirmed that Swimmer and Slavkin were officially hired as the show runners of the spin-off, and discussed some of the new show's characters that were yet to be cast. Josie Bissett (* 5. With Katie Cassidy, Stephany Jacobsen, Jessica Lucas, Michael Rady. [26][27] The Hollywood Reporter reported on April 3, 2009, that Shaun Sipos had landed the final regular role in the series – Jake's son David – now described as a rich kid whose "bad-boy behavior has cut him off from the family's money. The sexy and catty Drew Pragin moves into Auggie's old apartment and immediately clashes with Lauren over his love of loud rock music. He divorced his wife in 1973 and the Damon kids had to … [45] Egglesfield told E! Jul 27, 2016 - Shannen Doherty Photos Photos - Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shannen Doherty attend the 9th Annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 05, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. Instead, Davis stays busy working with the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to raise awareness for endangered elephants. [1][38][39][40] Ostroff added that there would likely be some character crossover between the two shows. Actor Rob Estes made a home on Melrose Place not just once, but twice! [37] Presenting its 2009–2010 season schedule on May 21, 2009, The CW announced its intention to air Melrose Place after 90210 on Tuesday nights, in the same way their parent shows had been paired when the original Melrose Place debuted on Fox in July 1992. [3][4][5] Smallville producers Todd Slavkin and Darren Swimmer were showrunners of the series.[4][5]. [44] A day later in an interview with Ausiello, Slavkin and Swimmer announced that Egglesfield, Simpson-Wentz, and Leighton would leave the series once the murder mystery is resolved in episode 12. [66] The Los Angeles Times later confirmed that Sydney would be found dead in the first 10 minutes of the premiere episode, a turn of events which means "anything could happen" in the new series, according to executive producer Slavkin. Show runners Slavkin and Swimmer were quoted as saying "We're ecstatic to have the chance to bring Amanda Woodward back to Melrose Place. Major plots include Sydney's prostitution, Michael and Kimberly's car … All signs say no, but no official word yet. "[57] Ausiello revealed that Locklear would play Ella's boss at WPK, calling it "a genius move that will pit the show's former and current vixens against one another. Created by Todd Slavkin, Darren Swimmer, Darren Star. She acted in daytime soap operas such as The Edge of Night, Another World, and One Life to Live before moving to primetime television with a recurring role on Knots Landing.From 1992 to 1997, she starred as Kimberly Shaw on Melrose Place.Cross played the role of the housewife Bree Van de Kamp on the ABC television series … 1993. [91] Episodes were aired in English, and are subtitled in Spanish, Portuguese, or French. David decides to buy the restaurant Coal, but the price turns out to be a little higher than he thought. Locklear has experienced several highly-publicized rehab stints and had been arrested twice — once for involvement in a hit-and-run, and once for domestic battery. However, upon leaving the hotel, Lauren is stopped by Wendi, a madam who has a deal with the hotel, who threatens Lauren if she ever sees her in there again. "I was there eight weeks this summer. Online reported that actress Kelly Carlson had been cast as a madam who convinces Lauren to work for her as part of her prostitution ring. Hanson ultimately became romantically involved with Kelly Taylor before the character was written out of the famous area code and right onto Melrose Place. With Drew's help, Riley throws a fundraiser for her education foundation, but when Drew tries to increase the donations by auctioning off a date with Riley, things go awry after Drew and a jealous Jonah get into a bidding war. Ella arranges a pitch meeting for Jonah with an important producer who is interested in buying his film. In February 2019, Rinna made headlines when she stepped onto the red carpet with a drastically different hairdo, sporting a shoulder-length wig styled in beachy waves in place of her signature short shag. [30][31] TV Guide noted that Leighton would also continue in a recurring capacity should the updated Melrose Place be picked up. Ella and Riley arrive at the Anton V photo shoot and meet the photographer, former Melrose Place resident. [10] The Hollywood Reporter confirmed on December 14, 2008, that Schwahn was in negotiations to write the initial script for the potential series. "[41] Executive producers Slavkin and Swimmer both grew up in Los Angeles, and wanted to update the series "in a really cool, relevant way and not just slap the name Melrose Place on it. [23][24] The next day Entertainment Weekly broke the story that despite The CW "aggressively pursuing" her, Locklear had passed on the Melrose Place update, purportedly because "There wasn't a way to bring her back that made sense. ...It was amazing.". Meanwhile, David accuses Michael of murdering Sydney, as Lauren applies to be on Michael's team at the hospital, and Violet continues to make her move on Auggie. Er bleibt zunächst widerwillig und betrinkt sich, wodurch er ein Blackout hat. Die Richterin urteilte am Donnerstag in New Jersey, dass die ursprüngliche Haftstrafe zu mild gewesen sei. 1993. Die Schauspielerin, die vor allem durch ihre Rolle als Sandy Harling in der Fernsehserie „90er Jahre“ bekannt wurde, hat bereits mehr als zwei Jahre im Gefängnis gesessen, weil sie an dem Absturz beteiligt war, bei dem eine 60-jährige Frau namens Helen Seeman getötet und ihr Ehemann Fred Seeman verletzt wurde. As Melrose Place creator Darren Star explained in an interview with the Television Academy, Savant's character was often on the receiving end of some pretty offensive reactions from Fox executives, as he didn't fit the mold of gay characters that came before him. "[14] Ostroff also told reporters that unlike the original series, the new version would try to capture life in the Los Angeles Melrose neighborhood. The series is a revival of the 1990s Fox series of the same name and is the fifth series in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise.The show follows the lives of a group of young adults living at the fictitious Melrose Place apartment complex in West Hollywood, California. Kent Telfer Damon (father). In April 2017, Milano continued her streak of being politically outspoken on social media when she criticized First Lady Melania Trump for the size of her rings in her official White House portrait. When the pressure of planning their wedding becomes too much, Jonah and Riley decide to head to Las Vegas to elope, but the day doesn't quite go as planned. Sie arbeitete auch nach Melrose Place weiter als Schauspielerin für TV und Kino und war unter anderem in Serien wie Ally McBeal , Scrubs – Die Anfänger und Two and a Half Men als Gastrolle zu sehen. She becomes even more upset when he shows up at the hospital as the newest resident and is just as ambitious and crafty as she. In 2010, Locane was involved in a fatal drunk driving accident that killed a 60-year-old woman and seriously injured the victim's husband. Cross left the show in season five, but that famous wig reveal will live on forever in the hearts of 90s-era TV lovers (along with the time she blew up the apartment building — sheesh). Since then, the actress has popped up virtually everywhere — even spending some time on Broadway alongside husband Harry Hamlin, where she portrayed the infamous Roxie Hart in the musical Chicago. After successfully relaunching the franchise with 90210 in 2008, there was considerable speculation as to whether The CW planned to create a new version of Melrose Place in a similar vein. Amanda moves into Sydney's penthouse while her Bel Air mansion is being built and takes an interest in David as part of her continuing agenda. Am Tag darauf schwimmt die Leiche von Sydney im Gemeinschaftspool des Apartmentkomplexes, in dem auch Sydneys Tochter Violet Foster lebt. An advocate for women and active member of Time's Up, Milano made headlines when she was seen in the courtroom audience during Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's testimony against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. [51] On July 20, 2009, E! Mötley-Crüe-Schlagzeuger : Tommy Lee hat sich erneut verlobt Der.. Jun 5, 2020 - Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars and Vince Neil at Tommy Lee & Heather Locklear's weddin ; Famous Couples. Cross married stockbroker Tom Mahoney in 2006, and gave birth to twin daughters Eden and Savannah in 2007. [16][17], The Hollywood Reporter reported on February 23, 2009, that The CW had officially greenlit a pilot episode for the new Melrose Place written by Swimmer and Slavkin, which would "follow the original formula and chronicle a new group of twenty-somethings dwelling in Los Angeles' perpetually trendy Melrose neighborhood. [93], Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Exclusive: Look who's moving into the new, "Laura Leighton moving back to 'Melrose Place, "Fox411 Exclusive: Ashlee Simpson 'deeply disliked' by 'Melrose Place' cast members", "Tidbits: Ashlee was 'embarrassingly bad' on 'Melrose, "Breaking Celeb News, Entertainment News, and Celebrity Gossip", "Exclusive: Simpson and Egglesfield out in, "Exclusive: Colin Egglesfield Explains His Shocking Dismissal from, "Jenna Dewan Gets "Wickedly Sexy" on Melrose Place", "Heather Locklear Is in Talks to Return to, "Melrose Place on the CW Tuesday nights this fall Sept. 8th check it out I play an LA club owner. [1] Sipos's, Cassidy's, and Jacobsen's characters had also been renamed "David Breck," "Ella Simms," and "Lauren Yung" in the press release. Cast of Melrose Place during 1998 Melrose Party Celebrating 200th Episode in Los Angeles, California, United States. David, Sydney's ex-lover and the police's initial suspect in her death, is bailed out of jail by bisexual publicist Ella, who provides a false alibi and has her own reasons for wanting Sydney out of the way. das Associated Press Berichten zufolge hatte Locane einen Blutalkoholspiegel, der etwa … [52], On August 19, 2009, E! Jonah is furious when he learns that Riley has not told her family or friends that she and Jonah are engaged. [92], As of October 26, 2010, Amazon's CreateSpace manufacture-on-demand (MOD) program began exclusively selling Melrose Place: The DVD Edition. The series was met with mixed reviews from critics. Meanwhile, Lauren is torn between going on a shopping date with Riley for her wedding and impressing her new boss Wendi who just set her up on a "date." "[7][8][9] Original series creator Darren Star also confirmed that discussions had taken place, but nothing was official. Milano played Dr. Mancini's sister Jennifer on seasons six and seven of the show before leaving to play Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed. "I think they didn't make the effort to equip themselves [to write for a black character], either by hiring a black writer or asking me things," Williams told TV Guide of her character's unfortunate exit. [55] A rep for Melrose Place later confirmed the news to Access Hollywood, stating that Fox would appear in the eighth episode. Our fans really love that heightened drama as you can see when you watch One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl. So, David asks his boss and fence Amir to set him up for another robbery job to get the money needed, except that David gets caught by Morgan, the wild-child bad girl of the home's owner whom demands sexual favors in exchange for her silence. But life hasn't been all sunshine and rainbows for the actress. You've probably had no problem keeping up with former Melrose Place star Alyssa Milano. "I still have my friends and my family and my kids," Bissett told Oprah during her emotional interview (via The Huffington Post). Estes first appeared in the series' second season for two episodes as Sam Towler, before returning in season five to play the more well-known character of Kyle McBride. "I played a police officer who was trying to solve a crime that ended his wife's life while still working and fighting alcoholism," Estes dished to The Orange County Register. It took place in a very similar time, a time when the economy was in a downturn. In fact, unless you're a diehard fan of the 90s show, it's likely that Locane's name doesn't even ring a bell. About: Jan Hoag. 1993. American actress Josie Bissett from TV series 'Melrose Place', USA ca. A new generation of young professionals living at the infamous Melrose complex deal with obtaining their own personal goals, drives, and desires, both amongst themselves and others. Meanwhile, Ella wants to hack into the WPK files to erase the fake evidence against her for embezzlement, but Jonah strongly disagrees with her tactics, so she looks to David for help. Post-series, Rutherford had recurring roles on The District, E-Ring, and Threat Matrix before landing Lily van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl. September 1961 in Westwood, Los Angeles, Vereinigte Staaten) ist eine US-amerikanische Schauspielerin und Produzentin. [90], Melrose Place began airing in 26 countries in Latin America on November 10, 2009, via Sony Entertainment Television. A natural entrepreneur, Shue later created Do Something with childhood buddy Michael Sanchez, which is an organization aimed at motivating young people to take action through community service. Davis, who adopted daughter Gemma Rose in 2011, briefly dated screenwriter Aaron Sorkin in 2012 — however, the actress revealed to Haute Living that she's not planning on rushing to the altar any time soon. Online that his departure was a network decision driven by the show's weak ratings, and that his character Auggie would not be killed off. The show follows the lives of a group of young adults living in an apartment complex called Melrose Place, in West Hollywood, California. Daphne Zuniga's Jo Reynolds lived on Melrose Place from 1992 until 1996. Sie hat ihm diese Nachricht aber nur geschickt, um ihn zu sich zu locken. In 2009, she was called back to Melrose Place for the show's revival, where she reprised her role as Amanda Woodward — named one of the 40 Greatest TV Villains of All Time by Rolling Stone. Jonah is excited about the offer to direct another music video as he's run into financial issues but Riley turns down the gig. In 2017, Zuniga's website, which can no longer be accessed, revealed that she was at working on developing a half hour comedy, in which she planned to star. [50] That same day, TV Guide Magazine reported that actor Victor Webster had also been cast as Caleb, Ella's gay publicist boss. [56], On September 22, 2009, The CW announced that Heather Locklear would finally join the update in its tenth episode. Home Stars Schauspielerin USA Josie Bissett Josie Bissett: Filmografie . Lauren meets a john at the hotel bar after being stood up by Toby and decides to take her new side job to the next level. Amanda puts Ella in charge of a lavish party at her house to celebrate the arrival of her billionaire boyfriend Ben Brinkley (guest star. While it aired its last episode in 1999, Melrose Place left a lasting impression in America's pop culture. The Cast Of Melrose Place Has Changed A Lot Since 1992. Riley and Jonah view surveillance video of Violet acting oddly and begin to think she is hiding something. However, hardships aside, the actress has managed to maintain a relatively successful career. Golden Globe Award: Beste Serien Hauptdarstellerin – Drama Gewinner und Nominierte in der Kategorie Bester Serien Hauptdarstellerin – Drama (seit 1971 Best Performance by an Actress In A Television Series Drama), die die herausragendsten… As is her wont, Lauren lies to Ella about her secret work. As a result of Jane's tip, the police bring Ella in for questioning about Sydney's murder. Holding onto her job puts pressure on Ella, whose efforts to further secret crush Jonah's career do not help his relationship with his new fiancée Riley. Meanwhile, David and Lauren's relationship continues to grow despite her determination to hide her secret call-girl profession from him. Josie Bissett, amerikanische Schauspielerin aus der Fernsehserie 'Melrose Place', USA ca. After the series finale of Melrose Place in 1999, Heather Locklear moved on to Spin City, playing the role of Caitlin Moore. Meanwhile, Lauren succumbs to the merciless Dr. Mancini's threats to break up with David. [59] On October 27, 2009, Ausiello reported that actor Nick Zano was in talks to join as a pseudo-replacement for Colin Egglesfield's Auggie. On Melrose Place, Courtney Thorne-Smith played Allison Parker, a Midwestern transplant with a serious penchant for drama. Still freaked out by the recent murder, the Melrose Place tenants try to resume some sense of a normal life. "And in this case, the character [...] he just had a life. "Week Two: top 25 shows with the biggest DVR viewer increases hello, "Tuesday Broadcast Finals (minus Presidential address)", "Final 2009-10 Broadcast Primetime Show Average Viewership - TV Ratings, Nielsen Ratings, Television Show Ratings", "Se estrena la remake de Melrose Place y la segunda temporada de 90210", "Melrose Place - The Complete Short-Lived 2009 Remake is Now Available on DVD", The Unauthorized Beverly Hills, 90210 Story, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Melrose_Place_(2009_TV_series)&oldid=1015729801, 2000s American LGBT-related drama television series, 2010s American LGBT-related drama television series, Short description is different from Wikidata, Wikipedia articles with plot summary needing attention from November 2017, All Wikipedia articles with plot summary needing attention, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. [54] On August 31, 2009, former LA Laker Rick Fox announced he would be guest-starring on the series as an LA club owner. He was leading his life.". [2][49] On July 17, 2009, E! [48] The next day, Entertainment Weekly reported that original series star Daphne Zuniga would be returning as photographer Jo Reynolds for at least two episodes. Courtney Thorne-Smith. guy at WPK where she asks him to spy on Amanda's e-mails in an attempt to get the best on her. Locane rose to fame after starring opposite Johnny Depp in the 1990 romantic comedy musical Cry-Baby, and went on to appear in classic flicks like School Ties, Airheads, and Blue Sky. However, no such comedy has yet to hit the silver screen. After meeting while playing General Hospital super couple Frisco and Felicia, Wagner and his now-ex wed in 1993 and enjoyed over ten years of marriage before divorcing in 2006. On October 31, 2008, Entertainment Weekly writer Michael Ausiello reported that One Tree Hill creator Mark Schwahn had been approached about running what was being called "Melrose Place 2.0". In 2010, the Melrose Place actor married another famous face you might know — ABC News correspondent and 20/20 anchor Amy Robach. In its second season, Melrose Place gets white-hot. After five successful seasons on Melrose Place, Show found roles on mega-popular shows like Six Feet Under, Beautiful People, Private Practice, Big Love, Criminal Minds, The Family, and Devious Maids. Still in desperate need of tuition money, Lauren agrees to go out on another date in exchange for money, but inadvertently winds up at the same party as David and Ella. 'Melrose Place' star Amy Locane is fighting back against the family of the woman she killed in a DUI crash, trying to keep her deposition out of the public eye. Fans of Melrose Place certainly remember the scene in which Marcia Cross's character, the ever-memorable Dr. Kimberly Shaw, pulls off her beautiful, red wig, revealing an intense scar she received after suffering a horrifying car accident. After learning Auggie's blood was on Sydney's murder weapon, the police search his apartment and demand the other residents tell them where he went after he was fired from Coal. It was a great run. Online announced that actress Brooke Burns had been cast as Vanessa, wife of Dr. Michael Mancini and mother of his younger son Noah. Meanwhile, Ella discovers Lauren's expensive new clothing and lingerie plus a large envelope of cash and confronts her roommate about the late nights she's been working. After all, it was Show's character, Jake Hanson, who started it all. Melrose Place (TV Series 1992–1999) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. While the apartment doors of Melrose Place are closed, the actors on the show remain an important part of '90s nostalgia. Also, David fears he may be responsible for Sydney's death. "[58] On October 9, 2009, TV Guide reported that actor Billy Campbell had been cast as a powerful billionaire who would be involved with Amanda and first appear in episode thirteen. After playing Billy Campbell on MP for six years, Andrew Shue became an internet mogul as one of the creators of CafeMom, an online hub for all things parenting. In 2016, Milano signed on to the second season cast of Netflix's Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later. [16] On March 9, 2009, Ausiello reported that singer/actress Ashlee Simpson-Wentz had been cast as Violet, and quoted an unnamed inside source saying that talks with Locklear to reprise her role were "looking good. Jane threatens to show incriminating e-mails Ella sent to Sydney to the police unless Ella allows her to dress one of her up-and-coming clients for a movie premiere in a Jane Andrews original design. I wanted to make sure that we used the old characters in the right way, in a way that made sense to the new characters as well. "[64] The CW officially canceled the series on May 20, 2010.[65]. Before she breathed life into Charlotte York — the BFF all of us deserve — on HBO's Sex and the City, Kristin Davis rose to fame playing the pregnancy-faking Brooke Armstrong on Melrose Place. "[88] Melrose Place was the No. He's gay,'" Star revealed. Nancy Malone (born Anne Josefa Maloney March 19, 1935 – May 8, 2014) was an American television actress from the 1950s to 1970s, who later moved into producing and directing in the 1980s and 1990s. Die „Melrose Place“-Darsteller haben sich eine meist erfolgreiche Karriere aufgebaut. Thorne-Smith is also the author of the novel Outside In, and is married to author Roger Fishman. In 2018, Cross took to Instagram to reveal that she's cancer free after a hard-won fight against anal cancer, showing off a picture of her head sans her famous red locks. David receives life-changing news from an unexpected source, while Michael wallows in self-pity over learning about his late wife's involvement with Sydney's murder. Ella learns from her new boss, Caleb, that her job could be in jeopardy due to a recent merger unless she brings in a huge client. Jane divorces Michael, who moves with Kimberly. Lauren is shocked after Michael tells her he'll reveal her secret if she doesn't sleep with him, so she makes a harsh decision: Lauren reveals her secret to her friends and David is angry. The actress revealed, " I hate the thought of a 12, 13, or 14-year-old girl seeing a picture of me and thinking she'll do what I did." "[63] On May 18, 2010, two days before the new CW line-up was to be released, Swimmer left another message about the fate of the show: "I think it's fair to say we won't be renewed for next season. In an interview with Us Weekly, Robach dished on the oversized family she shares with Shue, joking, "We've been described as the Brady Bunch." ... Melrose Place - Staffel 1 - 2,3. Ashlee Simpson-Wentz zieht bei Melrose Place ein . If she were a man, no one would comment about how she conducts business.". Also a musician, Wagner's debut album, All I Need, was released in 1984, after signing a multi-record deal with Quincy Jones' Qwest Records. However, her life post-Melrose Place has not been as successful as her early years in Hollywood. 1992 Mikey: Jessie Owens 3,0. [62] After the season finale, series producer Darren Swimmer left a statement on his Twitter account saying, "Melrose Place: Thnx for the love, fans. The identity of Sydney's killer is finally revealed. After leaving MP, Thorne-Smith moved on to Ally McBeal, followed by five years in a starring role on According to Jim. So the job is to get them emotionally invested in the people and then do storytelling and have twists and turns and surprises you wouldn't have expected. "[41] The Hollywood Reporter stated, "It's all brand new and shiny but comfortably familiar and keenly calculated. Due to low ratings, it was cancelled by The CW on May 20, 2010, after one season. Lauren is compelled to continue prostituting herself, and while Sydney's sister Jane's attempt to blackmail Ella fails, she follows through on her promise to clue in the police on Ella's motives for Sydney's murder. "[42][43] On October 21, 2009, The CW officially ordered five more episodes of the series, bringing the total to eighteen. If you loved Melrose Place, you might want to send your compliments to Grant Show. Also, Violet receives an unwelcome visitor from her past: her evil stepbrother Levi, who wants to bring her back to her hometown in Oregon, and Riley inadvertently gets in harm's way when Levi attempts to extort money from Violet. On May 21, 2009, Ausiello reported that Leighton's character Sydney dies in the pilot and sets off a murder mystery, but noted that the actress would continue to appear in multiple episodes of the season through flashbacks. Elsewhere, Lauren covers for Michael's mistake at the hospital, and he responds by paying off her student loan. "I see them all the time," Rutherford told Page Six in 2016. Melrose Place is an American drama television series that aired on The CW from September 8, 2009, to April 13, 2010.