Unveiling the Biggest Shockers from the New Baywatch Documentary

1. Meth Use on Set

Jeremy Jackson, who played Hobie Buchannon, shocked fans by revealing he was on meth while filming scenes for the show. He even recalled being questioned by co-star David Hasselhoff about his well-being.

2. Spousal Struggles

Pamela Anderson's husband, Tommy Lee, despised her steamy scenes on the show. Anderson had to plead with producers to alter the scripts due to Lee's insecurities, causing tension both on and off the set.

3. Jealousy Takes Over

Tommy Lee's jealousy reached a peak when he trashed Pamela Anderson's dressing room during a particularly intimate scene with co-star David Chokachi, adding a real-life drama to the show's plot.

4. Lifeguard Reality Check

Despite portraying lifeguards, only Mike Newman was a certified lifeguard in real life. The documentary reveals his battle with Parkinson's Disease and highlights the true heroism of those who risk their lives as lifeguards every day.

5. Pay Disparity

The cast of Baywatch were paid a meagre $3,500 per episode, a stark contrast to the hefty paychecks of other US sitcom stars. Erika Eleniak, who played Shona, expressed shock at her post-tax earnings, questioning how she would survive on such a low salary.