Overview

• On Aug. 28, the 53-year-old actress wrote that she had a mastectomy with reconstruction, pairing the announcement with a mirror selfie.
• Former Baywatch co-stars including Erika Eleniak, Gena Lee Nolin, Brande Roderick and Carmen Electra, along with fans, posted messages of support.
• Eggert was diagnosed with stage 2 cribriform carcinoma in December 2023 after detecting a lump during a self-exam and experiencing delays securing diagnostic appointments.
• She previously reported a “full complete response” to chemotherapy in July 2024 and later received radiation while awaiting surgical clearance.
• Earlier in August, she said follow-up scans were clear, and she has discussed ongoing anxiety and possible next steps such as hormone therapy or a hysterectomy.