Luke Perry - Jennie Garth And Luke Perry Developing Sitcom

The stars, who played lovers in the hit drama, were recently rumoured to have started dating after they were spotted spending time together, but a representative for Garth denied the reports on Thursday (30Aug12).

Now the real reason for their regular meetings has emerged - the longtime pals are collaborating on a TV project.

A spokesperson for Garth tells website RumorFix.com, "They have been spending a lot of time together recently because the two are working on developing a TV sitcom together. It will be a multi-camera, half-hour show. Currently we have producers and writers and are meeting with networks."

The two old friends can also be seen in new TV ads for clothing firm Old Navy.