– Why is Heather Locklear still listed…

– Why is Heather Locklear still listed as a “Special Guest Star” in the introduction to “Melrose Place,” as opposed to being in the “Starring in Alphabetical Order” part like the rest of the cast?

That was the deal that executive producer Aaron Spelling made with her when he initially asked her to appear in a handful of episodes of the Fox show, in the midst of its first season. She literally was just a guest at that point, but her portrayal of the often-scheming Amanda became so popular, she was asked to stay on. Ever since, she’s opted to retain the “special” billing that makes her the last cast member seen in the opening credits, maintaining — only half-jokingly — that it keeps her from getting lost in the sea of other “Melrose” regulars.

– Is it possible to buy a tape of the TV show “JAG”?

Actually, it is … though only in the case of the pilot for the series. Paramount Home Video has released the premiere episode of the show, starring David James Elliott as a military attorney who tends to see more action in the field than in the courtroom, so check your local video stores for it. We’ve heard from many people lately who are waiting for “JAG” to resurface, and it’s still planned for a mid-season revival on CBS after having spent last year on NBC.

– At this year’s Emmy Awards, Helen Hunt made an acknowledgement of “My beloved, who inspires me every day” when she accepted her award for “Mad About You.” Is that “beloved” person Hank Azaria, who she kissed before going up on stage, or is there a different gentleman who is her boyfriend or fiance?

If there is, it’ll come as a big shock to Azaria — who’s appeared on “Mad About You” a number of times as a dog-walker — since he and Hunt have been steady companions for several years now. He’s actually had a pretty good year himself, since he won rave reviews for his performance opposite Robin Williams and Nathan Lane in the movie-comedy hit “The Birdcage”; his other recent films have included “Heat” and “Quiz Show.”

Originally Published: October 13, 1996 at 1:00 AM CDT