1 / 8
As the titular character, William Shatner portrayed the dedicated and tough "Sergeant T. J. Hooker", whose mission was to protect the citizens of Los Angeles and bring criminals to justice.
2 / 8
Shatner's journey began in 1954 when he moved to New York City in pursuit of a Broadway career. He made his TV debut on 'The Howdy Doody Show' and later appeared in films like 'The Brothers Karamazov' in 1958.
Shatner's most iconic role was "Captain James Kirk" in 'Star Trek.' While it initially led to typecasting, he later returned to the franchise in 'Star Trek: The Motion Picture' and continued acting in various TV shows and films, including 'Boston Legal.' And in 2021, at the age of 92, Shatner became a real-life space traveler when he took a sub-orbital flight with Blue Origin.
3 / 8
Adrian Zmed portrayed "Officer Romano", "Sergeant Hooker's" level-headed partner known for his realistic approach to crime-solving.
4 / 8
His last acting role was on the Netflix show 'Lady Dynamite,' and he had a successful run as a cruise ship entertainer. Adrian Zmed is now 69 years old and continues to enjoy his life outside of the spotlight.
5 / 8
Heather Locklear portrayed the spirited and impulsive rookie cop who partnered with "Sergeant Hooker."
6 / 8
Locklear gained fame as the scheming niece on 'Dynasty' and continued her dominance of TV in series like 'Melrose Place' and 'Spin City.' In recent years, Later Locklear faced personal and health-related challenges, including legal issues and a suspected overdose. She has since become sober and is focused on her well-being.
7 / 8
Locklear took on the titular role in the TV movie 'Don't Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story' in 2021. Heather Locklear is 61 years old, and her fans hope for her continued success and happiness.
8 / 8
Richard Herd portrayed the no-nonsense captain of the police precinct and the father of Heather Locklear's character. In addition to 'T.J. Hooker,' Herd appeared on shows like 'Seinfeld' as "Mr. Wilhelm", "George Costanza's" boss at the Yankees.
Herd continued acting until his last film appearance in Clint Eastwood's 'The Mule' in 2018. He was diagnosed with cancer and passed away in May 2020 at the age of 87. Richard Herd was inducted into the National Broadcaster Hall of Fame for his work in Old Time Radio.
This gallery offers an exciting glimpse into the journey of the show's beloved cast members, highlighting their growth as actors and the enduring charm that made "TJ Hooker" a timeless classic.
From the early days of Heather Locklear and William Shatner's dynamic performances to the ensemble's irresistible chemistry, this gallery encapsulates the essence of the show's enduring appeal.
