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Baywatch Reboot Embraces Influencers, Brooks Nader Says Acting and Influence Can Coexist
entertainment16 days ago

Baywatch Reboot Embraces Influencers, Brooks Nader Says Acting and Influence Can Coexist

Brooks Nader defends the Baywatch reboot's casting of influencers, arguing that the modern era allows people to be both actors and social media personalities. She will play lifeguard captain Selene, Hobie Buchannon's rival, as the 12-episode revival features Stephen Amell and a stacked cast, with the series slated to premiere in the 2026/2027 season and amplified by the cast’s diverse voices and social platforms.

Baywatch reboot: Brooks Nader defends casting amid backlash
entertainment16 days ago

Baywatch reboot: Brooks Nader defends casting amid backlash

Brooks Nader responded to backlash over her lack of acting experience in the upcoming Baywatch reboot, arguing that today’s celebrities are multi-hyphenates who can be both actors and influencers. The new series will blend social-media stars with familiar faces (including Livvy Dunne, Noah Beck, Stephen Amell, Shay Mitchell, Hanna Balicki) as leads, and Fox has ordered 12 episodes for a fall 2026 premiere.

Baywatch 2026: Dunne and Nader Shine in New Beach Set Photos
entertainment23 days ago

Baywatch 2026: Dunne and Nader Shine in New Beach Set Photos

New Baywatch 2026 set photos show Livvy Dunne as Grace and Brooks Nader as Selene in swimwear on a Los Angeles beach, with Thaddeus LaGrone also photographed; filming includes dives and runs into the sea as the Fox reboot expands the lifeguard drama, featuring Hobie Buchannon as captain and his daughter Charlie joining the team, with Cody Madison mentoring the guards.

Livvy Dunne Kicks Off Baywatch Debut with Beach-Ready Training Photos
entertainment24 days ago

Livvy Dunne Kicks Off Baywatch Debut with Beach-Ready Training Photos

Livvy Dunne, the LSU gymnast-turned-influencer and SI Swimsuit model, posted bikini-clad photos from lifeguard training on a beach as she gears up for her Baywatch reboot role, playing Grace, a highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard in Baywatch 2.0: The Influencer Edition. The images mark her acting debut, following her appearance in The Money Game: LSU; the Fox series also features Stephen Amell as Cody Madison with David Chokachi returning, alongside Shay Mitchell, Brooks Nader, Jessica Belkin, Hassie Harrison and Thaddeus LaGrone.

Livvy Dunne Joins Fox's Baywatch Reboot as Recurring Lifeguard Grace
television29 days ago

Livvy Dunne Joins Fox's Baywatch Reboot as Recurring Lifeguard Grace

Former LSU gymnast and social media star Livvy Dunne is joining Fox's Baywatch reboot as Grace, a bubbly junior lifeguard, in a recurring role. The 2026–27 series features Stephen Amell, Shay Mitchell, Jessica Belkin, Hassie Harrison, Thaddeus LaGrone, Brooks Nader, Noah Beck and David Chokachi, with Matt Nix as showrunner and McG directing the premiere. The revival is produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle.

Shay Mitchell Boards Fox's Baywatch Reboot as Trina, a Sharp Ex-Lawyer Turn Lifeguard
entertainment1 month ago

Shay Mitchell Boards Fox's Baywatch Reboot as Trina, a Sharp Ex-Lawyer Turn Lifeguard

Shay Mitchell has joined Fox’s Baywatch reboot as Trina, a former white-shoe lawyer who becomes a full-time lifeguard. The series, a follow-up to the 1990s hit, also stars Stephen Amell and Jessica Belkin, with Mitchell joining as a brainy, heart-led member of the beach crew. Matt Nix is showrunner; filming will take place in Los Angeles as part of Fox and Fremantle’s 2026–2027 lineup, with David Chokachi reprising his Cody Madison role.

Brooks Nader Joins Fox’s Baywatch Reboot as Selene
culture1 month ago

Brooks Nader Joins Fox’s Baywatch Reboot as Selene

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit star Brooks Nader is joining Fox’s Baywatch reboot as Selene, a Zuma Beach lifeguard opposite Hobie Buchanon (Stephen Amell). The Fox/Fremantle series is set for the 2026–27 season, with filming planned for Venice Beach and Fox’s Century City back lot in Los Angeles. Nader previously wore Baywatch’s iconic red swimsuit on SI Swimsuit’s 2023 cover, and her casting was reported by outlets including The Hollywood Reporter.

Amell Chases Baywatch Lead at Open Casting, Wins Hobie Buchannon Role
entertainment1 month ago

Amell Chases Baywatch Lead at Open Casting, Wins Hobie Buchannon Role

Stephen Amell reveals he chased the lead for Fox’s Baywatch reboot at a massive open casting call, ultimately landing as Hobie Buchannon as production begins in March in Venice Beach; thousands auditioned, and Amell credits showrunner Matt Nix while noting the age gap with younger co-stars and detailing his prep—nutrition and steady workouts—to stay beach-ready.