‘Going to be homeless’: Star’s sad final days

The former Baywatch star and David Hasselhoff’s ex wife had “troubles” which have been revealed before her shock death at 62.

Carly Wright

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March 10, 2025 - 10:32AM

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Pamela Bach - 1963-2025 - The former Baywatch star and the ex-wife of David Hasselhoff died on March 5th at the age of 62, which has been ruled by the Los Angeles medical examiner as a suicide. (Need to talk to someone? Don’t go it alone. Please reach out for help. Lifeline: 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au - Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au - Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au - Headspace: 1800 650 890 or headspace.org.au - 13YARN: Speak to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter on 13 92 76 or visit 13yarn.org.au)

1/25Pamela Bach - 1963-2025 - The former Baywatch star and the ex-wife of David Hasselhoff died on March 5th at the age of 62, which has been ruled by the Los Angeles medical examiner as a suicide. (Need to talk to someone? Don’t go it alone. Please reach out for help. Lifeline: 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au - Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or beyondblue.org.au - Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au - Headspace: 1800 650 890 or headspace.org.au - 13YARN: Speak to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter on 13 92 76 or visit 13yarn.org.au)

Reports have emerged that Bach, pictured here with Hasselhoff at the 1998 Golden Globes, had health and money issues in the lead up to her death. Photo by Fitzroy Barrett/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

2/25Reports have emerged that Bach, pictured here with Hasselhoff at the 1998 Golden Globes, had health and money issues in the lead up to her death. Photo by Fitzroy Barrett/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

The couple’s former nanny and assistant Andrea Canning, who went on to become a Dateline journalist and writer, spoke out following the death of her friend. “She definitely had troubles, but she also had a really positive outlook on life as well,” Ms Canning told People. “And it’s funny — the longer I got to know her, the nicer she became.” But Ms Canning also revealed Bach had money issues. “There were times where she’s like, ‘I’m going to be homeless. I’ve got to get out of this house,’ which never happened,” said Ms Canning. “She would say it was going to happen, and then it didn’t. And I don’t know how she ended up staying there. I don’t know how she kept her bills paid, because she was always saying that, ‘What am I going to do’.” Photo: AP Photo/Jill Connelly, File

3/25The couple’s former nanny and assistant Andrea Canning, who went on to become a Dateline journalist and writer, spoke out following the death of her friend. “She definitely had troubles, but she also had a really positive outlook on life as well,” Ms Canning told People. “And it’s funny — the longer I got to know her, the nicer she became.” But Ms Canning also revealed Bach had money issues. “There were times where she’s like, ‘I’m going to be homeless. I’ve got to get out of this house,’ which never happened,” said Ms Canning. “She would say it was going to happen, and then it didn’t. And I don’t know how she ended up staying there. I don’t know how she kept her bills paid, because she was always saying that, ‘What am I going to do’.” Photo: AP Photo/Jill Connelly, File

4/25Bach, who was best known for her 10-year stint on Baywatch and Knight Rider, both with starred Hasselhoff, as well as The Young and the Restless.

Hasselhoff released a brief statement after the passing of his ex-wife. “Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,” Mr Hasselhoff told TMZ. “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 and Hasselhoff met on the Knight Rider set. They married in 1989 until their 2006 divorce, as well as having two daughters: Taylor, 34, and Hayley, 32. Photo: AP Photo/Tina Fineberg, File

5/25Hasselhoff released a brief statement after the passing of his ex-wife. “Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,” Mr Hasselhoff told TMZ. “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 and Hasselhoff met on the Knight Rider set. They married in 1989 until their 2006 divorce, as well as having two daughters: Taylor, 34, and Hayley, 32. Photo: AP Photo/Tina Fineberg, File

Shannen Doherty - 1971-2024 - Adored for her unforgettable roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, and admired for her courage in openly battling breast cancer. She died July 13, 2024 from cancer, which had returned a year before her death. Picture: Getty

6/25Shannen Doherty - 1971-2024 - Adored for her unforgettable roles in Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, and admired for her courage in openly battling breast cancer. She died July 13, 2024 from cancer, which had returned a year before her death. Picture: Getty

Maggie Smith - 1934-2024 - The iconic British actress was known for her sharp wit and distinguished performances in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and award-winning films spanning over seven decades. She died September 27, 2024 aged 89. Picture: Supplied

7/25Maggie Smith - 1934-2024 - The iconic British actress was known for her sharp wit and distinguished performances in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey, and award-winning films spanning over seven decades. She died September 27, 2024 aged 89. Picture: Supplied

Liam Payne - 1993-2024 - A talented UK singer and songwriter who captured hearts as a member of the globally successful boy band One Direction and went on to charm with solo hits like Strip That Down and For You. He died October 16, 2024 after falling from a balcony in an Argentinian hotel. Picture: Getty

8/25Liam Payne - 1993-2024 - A talented UK singer and songwriter who captured hearts as a member of the globally successful boy band One Direction and went on to charm with solo hits like Strip That Down and For You. He died October 16, 2024 after falling from a balcony in an Argentinian hotel. Picture: Getty

Gene Hackman - 1930-2025 - The two-time Oscar winner starred in huge films including The French Connection, Bonnie and Clyde, Superman, Hoosiers and Unforgiven. He died around February 18, 2025, reportedly of severe heart disease complicated by advanced Alzheimer’s disease and kidney disease. Picture: Supplied

9/25Gene Hackman - 1930-2025 - The two-time Oscar winner starred in huge films including The French Connection, Bonnie and Clyde, Superman, Hoosiers and Unforgiven. He died around February 18, 2025, reportedly of severe heart disease complicated by advanced Alzheimer’s disease and kidney disease. Picture: Supplied

Michelle Tratchenberg - 1985-2025 - Appeared in hit shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, plus beloved family film Ice Princess. She died February 26, 2025, reportedly of natural causes. Picture: Supplied

10/25Michelle Tratchenberg - 1985-2025 - Appeared in hit shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, plus beloved family film Ice Princess. She died February 26, 2025, reportedly of natural causes. Picture: Supplied

Roberta Flack - 1937-2025 - The soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly was idolised for her genre-blending ballads. She died February 24, 2025 of cardiac arrest. Picture: Supplied

11/25Roberta Flack - 1937-2025 - The soul and R&B icon behind Killing Me Softly was idolised for her genre-blending ballads. She died February 24, 2025 of cardiac arrest. Picture: Supplied

Carl Dean - 1942-2025 - Dolly Parton’s husband of 60 years who inspired the timeless country classic Jolene. He died March 3, 2025. Picture: Supplied

12/25Carl Dean - 1942-2025 - Dolly Parton’s husband of 60 years who inspired the timeless country classic Jolene. He died March 3, 2025. Picture: Supplied

David Lynch - 1946-2025 - Widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, Lynch was acclaimed for films including Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet and The Elephant Man. He died January 16, 2025 of cardiac arrest, with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease as the underlying cause, having been diagnosed with emphysema in 2020 after a lifetime of smoking. Picture: Getty

13/25David Lynch - 1946-2025 - Widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, Lynch was acclaimed for films including Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet and The Elephant Man. He died January 16, 2025 of cardiac arrest, with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease as the underlying cause, having been diagnosed with emphysema in 2020 after a lifetime of smoking. Picture: Getty

Jeff Baena - 1977-2025 - The talented film director saw success with I Heart Huckabees and Horse Girl. He tied the knot with famous actress Aubrey Plaza in 2021. He died January 3, 2025. Picture: Getty

14/25Jeff Baena - 1977-2025 - The talented film director saw success with I Heart Huckabees and Horse Girl. He tied the knot with famous actress Aubrey Plaza in 2021. He died January 3, 2025. Picture: Getty

The Vivienne - 1982-2025 - Drag star James Lee Williams shot to international fame as the winner of the first UK version of RuPaul’s Drag Race. The Vivienne died January 5, 2025, although an inquest had been opened due to a reported “unnatural cause of death”. Picture: Supplied

15/25The Vivienne - 1982-2025 - Drag star James Lee Williams shot to international fame as the winner of the first UK version of RuPaul’s Drag Race. The Vivienne died January 5, 2025, although an inquest had been opened due to a reported “unnatural cause of death”. Picture: Supplied

Marianne Faithfull - 1946-2025 - The legendary British singer, songwriter, and actress was known for her haunting voice and tumultuous career, with iconic hits like As Tears Go By. She died January 30, 2025. Picture: Getty

16/25Marianne Faithfull - 1946-2025 - The legendary British singer, songwriter, and actress was known for her haunting voice and tumultuous career, with iconic hits like As Tears Go By. She died January 30, 2025. Picture: Getty

Lee Joo-sil - 1944-2025 - The South Korean actress was known for playing Hwang Jun-ho’s mother in the second season of Squid Game. She died February 2, 2025 from stomach cancer. Picture: Netflix

17/25Lee Joo-sil - 1944-2025 - The South Korean actress was known for playing Hwang Jun-ho’s mother in the second season of Squid Game. She died February 2, 2025 from stomach cancer. Picture: Netflix

Troy Selwood - 1984-2025 - The AFL star, who was the twin brother of former West Coast player Adam and Geelong stars Joel and Scott, played 75 games for the Brisbane Lions. He died February 4, 2025 at the age of 40. Picture: Supplied

18/25Troy Selwood - 1984-2025 - The AFL star, who was the twin brother of former West Coast player Adam and Geelong stars Joel and Scott, played 75 games for the Brisbane Lions. He died February 4, 2025 at the age of 40. Picture: Supplied

Christian Juttner - 1964-2025 - One of the most iconic Disney actors who starred in Return From Witch Mountain and I Wanna Hold Your Hand. He died at his home on November 29, 2024 at the age of 60. Picture: Getty

19/25Christian Juttner - 1964-2025 - One of the most iconic Disney actors who starred in Return From Witch Mountain and I Wanna Hold Your Hand. He died at his home on November 29, 2024 at the age of 60. Picture: Getty

Lynne Marie Stewart - 1946-2025 - The actress was widely known for her iconic performance as Miss Yvonne, The Most Beautiful Woman in Puppet Land, on Pee-wee’s Playhouse. She died February 21, 2025 from cancer. Picture: Getty

20/25Lynne Marie Stewart - 1946-2025 - The actress was widely known for her iconic performance as Miss Yvonne, The Most Beautiful Woman in Puppet Land, on Pee-wee’s Playhouse. She died February 21, 2025 from cancer. Picture: Getty

Adam Hunter - 1981-2025 - The West Coast premiership hero played 151 games at the Eagles across eight seasons. He died February 2025 in his home in what police called “tragic circumstances”. Picture: Supplied

21/25Adam Hunter - 1981-2025 - The West Coast premiership hero played 151 games at the Eagles across eight seasons. He died February 2025 in his home in what police called “tragic circumstances”. Picture: Supplied

Luke Trembath - 1986-2025 - The larger than life Australian snowboarder was known fondly as ‘The Dingo’. He died February 28, 2025. Picture: Instagram

22/25Luke Trembath - 1986-2025 - The larger than life Australian snowboarder was known fondly as ‘The Dingo’. He died February 28, 2025. Picture: Instagram

Kim Sae-ron - 2000-2025 - The South Korean actress gained widespread recognition for her versatile performances in notable films The Man From Nowhere and Mirror of the Witch. She died February 16, 2025. Picture: AFP

23/25Kim Sae-ron - 2000-2025 - The South Korean actress gained widespread recognition for her versatile performances in notable films The Man From Nowhere and Mirror of the Witch. She died February 16, 2025. Picture: AFP

Angie Stone - 1961-2025 - The American singer, songwriter, and producer was known for her powerful voice and contributions to the neo-soul genre, with hits like No More Rain. She died March 1, 2025 in a car accident after leaving a show. Picture: Supplied

24/25Angie Stone - 1961-2025 - The American singer, songwriter, and producer was known for her powerful voice and contributions to the neo-soul genre, with hits like No More Rain. She died March 1, 2025 in a car accident after leaving a show. Picture: Supplied

Tony Healey - 1969-2025 - A well-respected Aussie actor and television personality, known for his memorable roles in popular series like Home and Away and All Saints. He died February 13, 2025 after a long battle with illness. Picture: Supplied

25/25Tony Healey - 1969-2025 - A well-respected Aussie actor and television personality, known for his memorable roles in popular series like Home and Away and All Saints. He died February 13, 2025 after a long battle with illness. Picture: Supplied

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