Baywatch And Knight Rider Actor Passed Away At 61

The news of Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff’s passing has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond. At just 61 years old, her sudden death has left family, friends, and fans grappling with grief and sorrow. TMZ reports that she was discovered at her Los Angeles home on Wednesday, March 5, in what the outlet described as a suicide. Family members, who hadn’t heard from her in some time, went to check on her and found her with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. It’s a heartbreaking and tragic ending to a life that, despite its struggles, was marked by warmth, talent, and a long history in the entertainment world.

In a heartfelt statement to PEOPLE, a representative for David Hasselhoff, her ex-husband and father of her two daughters, expressed the deep sadness experienced by the family. “Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,” the statement read. “We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging period.” It was a heartbreaking message, one that reflected the shock and pain so many are feeling right now—an acknowledgment of her life, her struggles, and the loss her family is enduring.