Michael J. Fox and Heather Locklear Reunite at Toronto Fan Expo — And Fans Are Living for the ‘Spin City’ Flashback
By Riley Carter: Let’s talk about the kind of nostalgia that hits you like a surprise text from an ex — you didn’t see it coming, but you’re weirdly glad it’s here. Enter: Michael J. Fox and Heather Locklear, reuniting at the Toronto Fan Expo nearly 25 years after their *Spin City* heyday. Yep, you read that right. And if you’re feeling a little emotional about it, you’re not alone.
Locklear, 63, gave fans a major throwback moment when she posted a photo of herself with Fox, 64, on Instagram. The caption? “With one of my all time favorites.” Cue the collective sigh from *Spin City* devotees who still remember when Fox’s Deputy Mayor Mike Flaherty and Locklear’s campaign manager Caitlin Moore ruled the small screen with charm, wit, and just the right amount of workplace tension.
Their reunion took place at the Toronto Fan Expo, a setting that seems oddly fitting for a duo whose chemistry once made Monday nights must-see TV. Fans flooded the comments with love and nostalgia, including one who dropped a *Back to the Future* GIF of Doc Brown with the caption, “Great Scott!” Because of course they did. Fox’s legacy is forever tied to that iconic time-traveling trilogy, and Locklear’s presence only made the moment feel more surreal.
For those who missed the *Spin City* era or just need a refresher: the ABC sitcom ran from 1996 to 2002 and was set in the fictionalized New York City mayor’s office. Fox played the quick-witted Deputy Mayor Mike Flaherty, while Locklear joined the show in its fourth season as Caitlin Moore, his sharp-tongued campaign manager. Their on-screen dynamic was electric — until Fox’s Parkinson’s diagnosis led to his departure at the end of Season 4 in 2000. Charlie Sheen stepped in for the final two seasons, and Locklear had to recalibrate her acting style to match his more laid-back rhythm.
“The timing [difference] between Michael and Charlie I had to get used to,” Locklear shared during a 90s Con event in Daytona Beach last year. “Michael is a fast guy, Charlie is mmmhmmm.” She added, “So [the challenge] was really having to get my timing better. They get to be who they are and I’d get to be … not who I am.” It’s a candid admission that speaks volumes about the nuances of on-screen chemistry and the adaptability required in ensemble casts.
Though Fox has scaled back his acting commitments since his Parkinson’s diagnosis, he’s remained active in the entertainment world. Most recently, he appeared in AppleTV+’s *Shrinking*, where he worked alongside Harrison Ford, who plays a character with Parkinson’s. Ford praised Fox in a July interview with *Variety*, calling him “a very smart, very brave, noble, generous, passionate guy, and an example to all of us, whether we’re facing Parkinson’s or not.” High praise, but not surprising. Fox’s resilience continues to inspire both fans and peers alike.
So what’s next for this beloved duo? While there’s no official word on a *Spin City* reboot (though let’s be real, someone’s probably pitching it as we speak), their reunion at Toronto Fan Expo proves one thing: some on-screen magic never fades. Whether you were a loyal viewer back in the day or just discovered the show on a streaming binge, this moment was a reminder of why we fell in love with their dynamic in the first place.
Anyway, that’s the deal. Do with it what you will.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Variety, The New York Post
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