Overview

• Nicole Eggert joined Baywatch in 1992, initially cast for a 90210-style spin-off that was scrapped when the original series became a global phenomenon.
• She left the show after two seasons, citing creative misalignment and the harsh media portrayal of the cast as 'Baywatch bimbos.'
• Eggert revealed that the iconic slow-motion running sequence was an unplanned editorial decision, not part of the original production vision.
• At age 18, Eggert underwent breast augmentation due to industry pressures, a decision she now regrets, particularly after her breast cancer diagnosis in 2023.
• Currently recovering from stage 2 breast cancer, Eggert is revisiting her Baywatch tenure to explore its lasting professional and personal repercussions.