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Original Baywatch Stars Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard Join Fox Reboot

Their guest returns deepen the series' tie to the original, signaling a nostalgia-driven launch strategy by Fox.

Overview

  • Fox confirmed Friday that Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard will guest star in the network's Baywatch continuation, reprising Jack “J.D.” Darius and April Giminski.
  • The series stars Stephen Amell as an adult Hobie Buchannon and centers on Jessica Belkin's character, Charlie, the daughter Hobie never knew who seeks to become a lifeguard.
  • David Chokachi is attached in a recurring role as Cody Madison and Erika Eleniak will guest star as Shauni McClain, joining the list of original cast members returning to the franchise.
  • The show is co-produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle with Matt Nix as showrunner and McG directing the premiere, and Fox has slated a January 2027 midseason debut.
  • Producers are pairing legacy cameos with a new ensemble that includes Shay Mitchell, Hassie Harrison and social-media talent to drive fan interest and international sales while some production details, such as episode count, remain unconfirmed.