Pamela Anderson makes surprising claim about ‘Baywatch’ reboot nearly 30 years after leaving original show

Pamela Anderson revealed Friday that no one involved with Fox’s upcoming “Baywatch” reboot has reached out to her about making a cameo. “No one’s reached out to me,” she told Deadline. “I don’t know much about it.” However, the 59-year-old said producers did approach her sons, Brandon and Dylan Lee — whom she shares with ex-husband Tommy Lee — about getting involved behind the scenes. “I know that they were talking to my sons at some point about producing, but I don’t think they had a meeting of the minds,” she explained. “I’m not sure what happened there, but I wish them well.” Pamela Anderson revealed Friday that no one involved with Fox’s upcoming “Baywatch” reboot has reached out to her about making a cameo. She’s seen above in the original 90s series. Baywatch Co/Tower 12 Prods/Kobal / Shutterstock Anderson played iconic lifeguard C.J. Parker for five seasons from 1992 to 1997. Baywatch Co/Tower 12 Prods/Kobal / Shutterstock The “Last Showgirl” star, who played iconic lifeguard C.J. Parker for five seasons from 1992 to 1997, said she has no desire to return to the beach. “It was a great job, and I loved going to work every day on the beach,” she said. “I would have been there anyway.” Reflecting on the role that launched her to international fame, Anderson added that “everything I’ve done has led me to here,” but made it clear she has “no plans” to revisit the franchise. When asked whether she’d be interested in seeing where C.J. Parker ended up decades later, Anderson admitted she might have been more open if her sons had been part of the project. While she won’t be making a return to the franchise, the 59-year-old said producers did approach her sons, Brandon and Dylan Lee — whom she shares with ex-husband Tommy Lee — about getting involved behind the scenes. (Anderson, Brandon and Dylan are pictured above in September 2023.) Getty Images for Pandora The new series stars Brooks Nader, Shay Mitchell and Stephen Amell — who will play an adult Hobie Buchannon — and is slated to premiere in January 2027. BACKGRID Want more celebrity and pop culture news? Start your day with Page Six Daily. Thanks for signing up! “If my kids were involved, I probably would have listened to them,” she said. Instead, Anderson said she’s focused on taking on new challenges rather than revisiting the past. “I think I’ve just got to keep on seeing what else is out there,” she explained. “I’ve already done that. Now is my time to really play with different characters.” The actress added that she’s considering returning to the stage and wants to make “really bold choices.” “I want to surprise people. I want to surprise myself. And so I’m trying to do things I haven’t done in the past.” Original “Baywatch” stars David Chokachi, Kelly Packard and Michael Bergin were recently spotted filming scenes for the reboot in Venice, California. Clint Brewer Photography / BACKGRID Right now, Anderson said she’s focused on other projects like her 2024 film, “The Last Showgirl.” ©Roadside Attractions/Courtesy Everett Collection A rep for Fox did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment. Anderson’s comments come months after original “Baywatch” stars David Chokachi, Kelly Packard and Michael Bergin were spotted filming scenes for the reboot in Venice, California. Shauni McClain is also set to reprise her role. The new series stars Brooks Nader, Shay Mitchell and Stephen Amell — who will play an adult Hobie Buchannon — and is slated to premiere in January 2027. The original “Baywatch” aired for 11 seasons from 1989 to 2001. Community Guidelines Welcome to the Page Six Community! Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space. In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience. Simply put, keep it civil. Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!