Let’s talk about David Hasselhoff. You know him as the legendary Baywatch star, but right now, he’s dealing with something deeply personal. A source exclusively tells Closer that David is utterly heartbroken over the passing of his ex-wife, Pamela Bach. But here’s the thing—he’s not letting this tragedy consume him. Instead, he’s finding strength to comfort his two daughters, Taylor Ann and Hayley, while leaning on his current wife, Hayley Roberts, for support.
Returning Home to Face the Unthinkable
When David first learned of Pamela’s tragic death by suicide, his immediate response was to rush back home. “He’s back in Calabasas,” the insider explains. “He spends a lot of time traveling across Europe, but since this happened, he's decided to stay put in L.A. to support everyone." That’s David for you—always putting family first, even in the toughest moments.
Legacy of Love and Loss
Pamela Bach, who was only 62 at the time of her passing, leaves behind a legacy of love. She and David shared two beautiful daughters during their 17-year marriage, which ended in divorce in 2006. Their relationship was far from perfect. In fact, it was often tumultuous. Pamela once opened up to Larry King about how David's battle with alcoholism played a significant role in the breakdown of their marriage. She described it as a "family disease," one that brought chaos and heartache.
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Allegations and Heartfelt Words
Back in 2007, right after their split, Pamela expressed her frustration and love for David. She said, "I have tried thinking if I just pour out the bottles, if I just be by his side, if I just babysit him, give him more love, do more for him or make him see himself, it will get there." Pamela went on to say that alcoholism was a "cunning" and "baffling" disease. She even accused David of domestic violence in an interview with Daily Mail, allegations which he strongly denied.
Healing Through Co-Parenting
Despite the challenges they faced, David and Pamela managed to find a way to co-parent successfully. Over time, their relationship shifted from one filled with animosity to a more cooperative dynamic. However, the shock of Pamela’s death has left David reeling. “Everyone is still in deep shock, still trying to process the enormity of this tragedy,” says the source. “It’s going to take them a long time to recover; they are all devastated.”
Being the Rock
David is handling this tragedy with stoicism. “David is hurting, but he wants to ensure that practical matters are handled properly,” the insider explains. “There’s so much to do, and he’s determined to step up and support his daughters.” Another source adds that David is staying strong for Taylor Ann and Hayley. “David has really stepped up to comfort his daughters and make sure everything is getting handled,” the source says. “Seeing his girls so distraught is the toughest thing in the world, and there’s nothing he can do but be there for them.”
Grieving Together
While nothing can take away the pain, David and his daughters are finding solace in each other. “They are all coming together as a family and helping Taylor with her baby girl,” the source explains. “The girls are very close to their dad, so he’s able to give them a lot of comfort, even though nothing will ever erase the pain.” The source also notes that David is not alone in his grief. “They’re grieving together. David is a rock, but he’s deeply saddened too. He’s not totally alone; there were a lot of people that loved Pamela, and the outpouring of condolences and offers of support has been huge.”
