‘Baywatch’ Star Dies At 61 From Apparent Suicide

Pamela Bach, 61, the ex-wife of David Hasselhoff, was found dead Wednesday night at her Los Angeles home in an apparent suicide.

The tragic discovery was made around 10 p.m. after family members, worried because they hadn’t heard from her, went to check on the 61-year-old actress. They found the doors locked and, upon entering, found Bach unresponsive, according to authorities.

Paramedics arrived at the scene after receiving a call about an unconscious woman and pronounced Pamela Bach dead. Authorities found the home locked from the inside, supporting suspicions of a self-inflicted injury. According to TMZ, officials determined she died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.

David Hasselhoff, 71,  said in a statement, “Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but we kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time.”

David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach Hasselhoff attend the Los Angeles Premiere of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” held at the Mann’s Village Theater in Westwood, California on June 7, 2005.

Bach, who was married to Hasselhoff from 1989 until their divorce in 2006, often shared affectionate posts online about her two daughters, Taylor Ann and Hayley Hasselhoff, as well as her grandchild. Her Instagram was a testament to her love for her family, frequently featuring heartfelt snapshots and messages devoted to her daughters and granddaughter.

Pamela and David Hasselhoff’s marriage was notably turbulent, marked by public feuds and legal battles post-divorce. Despite their rocky past, the family appeared to maintain close ties, celebrating significant milestones together.

Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff at Millions of Milkshakes, West Hollywood, CA. 01-04-10

The actress, who appeared in “Baywatch” alongside her ex-husband, had recently embraced life as a grandmother, sharing joyful family moments publicly on social media.

Sharon Kelly, Pamela’s representative, conveyed her devastation to TMZ, stating, “I am in shock and still processing the loss of my dear client Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff. Pamela was a ‘Force of Nature’ … She will be missed.”

Pamela Bach on the runway at Celebrity Catwalk for Charity Benefitting Animal Rescue. The Highlands Nightclub, Hollywood, CA. 08-28-08

“My heart goes out to her family, her beautiful daughters and granddaughter who Pamela constantly gushes about and loves so dearly. Pamela often talked about how very proud she was of both her daughters and what they have blossomed into. She was a ‘Proud Mama’!” Kelly added.

Pamela first met Hasselhoff when she guest-starred alongside him on the hit series “Knight Rider.”

She is survived by the former couple’s two daughters and a granddaughter.