David Hasselhoff’s former wife, Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, has taken her own life.
The American actress was found lifeless in her $2 million Hollywood Hills home due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound after paramedics responded to a call on Wednesday night (March 5) at 10pm, reportedly when her family became increasingly worried as they hadn’t heard from her in days.
She was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to the outlet, and no note was found.
Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff was found deceased in her home Wednesday night
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“Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,” said her ex-husband in a statement to the publication.
“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.”
Bach-Hasselhoff and the 72-year-old singer were married from 1989 to 2006, when she filed for divorce due to irreconcilable differences.
Disagreements arose among the pair, and the two argued frequently about spousal support until 2017. They shared two daughters together and were given custody of each after their separation was finalized.
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But it’s clear that their divorce didn’t mean the love was completely lost.
Later, the actress told the Associated Press, “I’ve always loved him and always will, and have love and compassion for him,” before adding, “It’s a very, very sad day, but a day to move on.”
In 2024, she became a first-time grandmother when her daughter Taylor welcomed her first child, named London, even going on Instagram during the holiday season to show a little extra love to her “precious granddaughter.”
“Our first Christmas with [London] was absolutely magical,” she wrote. “The day was filled with love, joy, and precious moments with family. We cherish these wonderful memories we made.”
Her former husband released a statement asking for privacy
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Bach-Hasselhoff made her debut in Hollywood with the 1983 crime/drama film Rumble Fish, playing Francis Ford Coppola.
Her later roles included café owner Kaye Morgan for 10 years on Baywatch, while additionally appearing in The Young and the Restless, The Fall Guy, T.J. Hooker, and Knight Rider.
As reported by Soap Opera Digest, the 61-year-old was born in Tusla, Oklahoma and began modeling as a teenager as she followed her mother’s professional footsteps.
She soon moved to Los Angeles after graduating from Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, where she studied engineering and theatre arts.
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As the news of Bach-Hasselhoff’s passing reached the ears of many, sympathetic messages flooded the comments section.
“So sad,” one user remarked. “You never know what people are going through.”
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One netizen labeled the news as “devastating”
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