Trending Now - Original 'baywatch' Stars Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard Reunite for Fox Reboot
WHO:
Deadline - Stephen Amell and Brooks Nader are also part of the cast for the upcoming "Baywatch" reboot.
Deadline - Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard are original stars of "Baywatch."
Variety - Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard will reprise their roles as lifeguards Jack "J.D." Darius and April Giminski.
WHAT:
Coming Soon - The reboot is based on NBC's long-running series that aired for 11 seasons over more than a decade.
Deadline - Bergin and Packard will play lifeguards in the new Fox continuation series of "Baywatch."
Variety - Bergin had a lead role in "Baywatch" Seasons 8-11 and reprised his role in Fox's 2003 telefilm "Baywatch."
WHERE:
Deadline - The new series is a continuation of "Baywatch" airing on Fox.
WHEN:
Variety - The reboot is set to air in the future, with no specific date provided.
WHY:
Deadline - The addition of original actors aims to enhance the connection to the classic series.
HOW:
Deadline - Bergin and Packard's characters, JD and April, were in Hobie’s rookie class and have been close friends ever since.
Deadline - Bergin and Packard will guest star in the new series, reprising their original roles.
(UPDATED May 29, 2026 23:22 UTC)
The upcoming "Baywatch" reboot will feature Stephen Amell and Brooks Nader among its cast. This new version is inspired by NBC's beloved series that ran for 11 seasons over more than a decade. In the reboot, characters JD and April, played by Bergin and Packard, will be depicted as close friends who were part of Hobie’s rookie class.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 19:50 UTC)
In an exciting revival for fans of the classic series, Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard are set to reprise their roles as lifeguards Jack "J.D." Darius and April Giminski in a new continuation of "Baywatch" airing on Fox. Bergin, who had a lead role in "Baywatch" from Seasons 8 to 11 and also appeared in the 2003 telefilm, will join Packard in guest-starring roles to enhance the connection to the beloved original series. While the reboot is confirmed, a specific air date has yet to be announced.