David Hasselhoff has paid tribute to his former wife and fellow Baywatch star, Pamela Bach, after her passing at the age of 62. Bach was found dead at her Hollywood Hills home on March 5, with the Los Angeles Medical Examiner confirming that her death was a suicide. Bach, originally from Oklahoma, is survived by her two daughters, Hayley, 32, and Taylor, 34, whom she shared with Hasselhoff. The two were married for 17 years, from 1989 until their divorce in 2006, citing irreconcilable differences.

In his statement, Hasselhoff expressed deep sadness, thanking fans for their support and requesting privacy as the family grieves. He and Bach first met in 1985 on the set of Knight Rider and married four years later. Bach had a successful acting career, with roles in The Young and the Restless, Cheers, T.J. Hooker, and more. She had recently posted on social media about her excitement for the year ahead, expressing joy about watching her granddaughter, London, grow. Her daughter, Hayley, honored her mother with a tribute on Instagram. The family is navigating this difficult time with support from loved ones.