Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, the former wife of actor David Hasselhoff, was found dead in her Los Angeles home. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that the cause of death was suicide. Bach-Hasselhoff, aged 62, leaves behind two daughters, Taylor and Hayley Hasselhoff, who are 34 and 32 years old respectively.
The tragic discovery was made after family members went to check on Bach-Hasselhoff, having not heard from her for a period of time. Prior to her death, she shared several posts on Instagram expressing her affection for her family. In one poignant message, she wrote about her desires for them.
"My wish for all of you this year is health, happiness, and an abundance of love," – Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff
Bach-Hasselhoff had a notable career in television, having appeared in several episodes of "Baywatch" and "The Young and The Restless," among other shows during the 1980s and '90s. Her professional path crossed with David Hasselhoff's when they met on the set of "Knight Rider" in 1985. The couple was married in 1989 but eventually split in 2006 due to "irreconcilable differences."
During their marriage, both Pamela and David Hasselhoff starred together on the iconic series "Baywatch," further cementing their status as a prominent Hollywood couple at the time. Their relationship was David Hasselhoff's second marriage; he was previously wed to actress Catherine Hickland from 1984 to 1989.