Heather Locklear was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital on January 12 after she ingested a scary combination of alcohol and prescription pills. It’s only now that we’re finding out what’s really been going on with the actress.

“Heather has been out of control for many years,” a source tells Us Weekly. “Her drinking has caused her to fall out of many friendships.”

Locklear’s problems only worsened when she and beau of four years, Jack Wagner, called off their engagement in November. “She doesn’t get out of bed most days,” the source explains, adding that “Jack kept her on the straight and narrow, but he couldn’t keep Heather sober.”

Though Wagner, 52, “begged her to go to rehab,” it wasn’t until after their breakup that Locklear “entered a treatment program, which her family was able to keep quiet.”

Unfortunately, the former Melrose Place actress, 50, “didn’t take it seriously” and appeared visibly drunk at an L.A. Lakers game January 10

I really hope she finally gets the help she needs. She has a daughter she needs to be healthy for. So sad what alcohol can do to a person!

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Heather Locklear is in the hospital tonight after she was rushed to the hospital this afternoon. According to TMZ, Heather’s sister called 911 at 2:05PM after taking a dangerous mix of prescription drugs and alcohol.

The fire department and Sheriff’s department responded, and determined that Heather needed to be hospitalized.

This is not the first time Locklear has had a medical emergency where 911 responded. In 2008, her doctor was concerned she may have overdosed on prescription meds. He called 911 and the operator described the situation as a “suicide attempt.” It turned out to be a false alarm.

Locklear recently called off her engagement to Jack Wagner.

Heather was at the Lakers game Tuesday night … hanging with a friend, who was playfully trying to take away her beverage. It’s unclear if the drink contained alcohol.

Hopefully it’s nothing! Here’s a picture of Heather and her daughter Ava Sambora in November.

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Heather Locklear is taking that trip down the aisle once more, this time with her 51-year-old General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful beau, Jack Wagner.

Heather and Jack began dating in early 2007 and certainly look great together — it’s a match made in Melrose Place heaven!

Jack will be Heather’s third husband! She was married to rocker Tommy Lee from 1986 to 1994, and Bon Jovi‘s right-hand man Richie Sambora from 1996 to 2006.

Heather and Richie have a 13-year-old daughter, Ava Elizabeth, who is gearing up for her acting debut in a Judd Apatow movie starring Paul Rudd!

Looks like Heather is giving the rockers a rest! Congrats to the couple!

Actress Heather Locklear and her little black dress attended the Shooting Stars Benefit Pairing Dinner in London, England yesterday at Asprey.

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Heather Locklear appeared on ‘Live With Regis and Kelly’ this morning – and when she stepped out of her car, she looked 20 years younger! (At least 20 years younger than this)

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According to TMZ, Heather Locklear is currently hospitalized in California after coming down with a bacterial infection.

Locklear’s rep confirms … the actress is now on antibiotics and will be released from the hospital later today.

Heather had just returned from Canada, where she finished shooting a movie called, “He Loves Me.”

Heather Locklear has successfully completed her 4 week stint in rehab. She was there to help her cover from issues stemming from anxiety and depression.

A friend of Heather’s claims the actress is doing great and is looking radiant and beautiful.

Still referring to Heather’s recovery as a “work in progress,” the insider says that Richie Sambora’s ex is getting back to her old self. “She told a really funny story and she laughed from her core,” the pal recounted. “That’s when I knew she was going to be fine. I think that’s the best part of all — it’s so nice to hear her laugh.”

Actor Jack Wagner, who starred with Heather on Melrose Place, and her current boyfriend has been supporting her through her recovery. He made a few visits to the facility to help keep her in good spirits.

Heather has one daughter, Ava, with Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora. I am sure she will be glad to be reunited with her.

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