‘Baywatch’ Cast Reflects: “No Better Job’’ Than Working on The Iconic Show

The Baywatch cast has reunited for a nostalgic journey in the Hulu documentary ‘After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun’. This docu-series brings together the iconic lifeguards to reflect on their experiences during the height of their fame in the 1990s. In a recently released exclusive featurette, viewers get a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes lives of the stars during Baywatch’s 11-season run.

David Chokachi, who played lifeguard Cody Madison, opens the preview with a heartfelt reflection, stating, “There really was no better job than ‘Baywatch’.” Sitting beside him, Alexandra Paul, who portrayed Stephanie Holden, agrees as nostalgic clips from the show play. 

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The featurette then shifts to Jeremy Jackson, who joyfully recalls his childhood dreams coming true as he hugs co-stars Traci Bingham and Carmen Electra. Jackson, who played Hobie Buchannon, expresses his delight at the chance to relive those memories.

The documentary also features scenes from the Baywatch era, with producer and actor Nicole Eggert describing the show, which debuted in 1989, as a ‘fantasy’. Creator Douglas Schwartz proudly highlights the show’s staggering 1.2 billion viewers, dubbing it the highest volume of viewers in TV history. 

Erika Eleniak, another star of the series, acknowledges the opportunity to speak candidly about the behind-the-scenes antics and the profound impact ‘Baywatch’ had on their lives.

After three decades, it has made it possible for the Baywatch cast to come together once again, delving into how the show became the most-watched television series in the world. ‘After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun’ offers a fascinating look at the enduring legacy of this cultural phenomenon.

-Sushmita Sarkar