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David Hasselhoff skips ex-wife Pamela Bach's funeral after her tragic death© Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images

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David Hasselhoff skips ex-wife Pamela Bach's funeral after her tragic death

Hasselhoff and Bach were married for 17 years


Maria Loreto
Senior Writer
APRIL 1, 2025 11:20 AM EDT

David Hasselhoff was absent from Pamela Bach's funeral service. The event was hosted at the Bel Air Presbyterian this past Saturday, hosting Bach and Hasselhoff's daughters, Taylor, and Hayley, who both delivered emotional eulogies, and more family members. 

Pamela Bach and David Hasselhoff were married for 17 years© Getty Images
Pamela Bach and David Hasselhoff were married for 17 years

Hasselhoff's absence was reported by TMZ. The outlet provided no explanation, claiming that Hasselfhoff's representatives declined to comment on his absence. The service was attended by around 150 people, including Bach's closest friends and family members, and a performance from Stacy Citron

Bach's family members included her daughters and her sisters, Penny and Cathy.

David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach with their daughters at the premiere of Lion King II© WireImage
Hasselhoff and Bach share two daughters

Hasselhoff and Bach were married from 1989 to 2006. While the pair were together for years and starred on various productions together, their divorce was contentious, with spousal support hearings and discussions concluding in 2017. 

Following her death, Hasselhoff shared a statement on Facebook on behalf of his family. "Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff," he wrote. "We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult period but kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time."


More details about Hasselhoff and Bach

Pamela Bach and David Hasselhoff at the Golden Globes Awards© Getty Images
Hasselhoff and Bach worked together on numerous productions

Hasselhoff and Bach were both actors and met on the set of "Knight Rider" in 1985. The series launched Hasselhoff to fame, resulting in his role in the TV series "Baywatch," which ran from 1989 to 2001, and films like "Click" with Adam Sandler and "Dodgeball," with Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn

Bach had a long career in film and television, appearing on some of Hasselhoff's biggest shows, including his breakout "The Young and the Restless" and "Baywatch," where she had a recurring role through the series' 10 year run. She was also featured in the famous sitcom "Cheers," and, later on in her career, "Mansion of Blood.

Bach was found dead in her home. She was 62 years old. 

Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff at the Los Angeles premiere of "I Am Gitmo" © Getty Images
Bach was found dead in her apartment in early March

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