Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson is a Canadian-American actress and model whose career spans more than three decades in the entertainment industry. Anderson is widely recognized for her role as C.J. Parker on the television series "Baywatch," which became the most-watched series globally during her tenure, reaching over 1.1 billion viewers weekly. She began her television career as the "Tool Time Girl" on the sitcom "Home Improvement" before her work on "Baywatch" established her as a prominent figure in 1990s pop culture. In addition to her acting and modeling work, Anderson has authored several books and is known for her advocacy in animal rights.

Anderson made her Broadway debut as Roxy Hart in "Chicago," earning a Playbill Award for her performance. The role was offered to her by producers Rob Marshall and Barry Weissler following her appearance on "Dancing with the Stars." She released her autobiography, "Love, Pamela," through HarperCollins, which debuted at number two on The New York Times Best Seller list. Anderson also produced the Netflix documentary "Pamela, a Love Story," which received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a 96 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Anderson starred in the Gia Coppola-directed film "The Last Showgirl," which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival and was screened at the San Sebastian and Zurich Film Festivals. At Zurich, she received the Golden Eye Award. Her performance in the film earned her Best Actress nominations at both the Golden Globe Awards and the Screen Actors Guild Awards.

Anderson appeared alongside Liam Neeson in the "Naked Gun" film for Paramount Pictures. Her filmography also includes roles in "Rosebush Pruning" directed by Karim Aïnouz and "Place To Be" directed by Kornél Mundruczó. Anderson's interest in plant-based culinary arts led to the publication of the cookbook "I Love You: Recipes from the Heart," which received a James Beard Award nomination. Beyond her work in film and television, Anderson serves as an honorary director for PETA and is recognized for her ongoing advocacy in animal rights and plant-based living. She has also been open about her experience with hepatitis C. She spoke about her diagnosis, the stigma she faced, her eventual cure, and her recent recognition with amfAR’s Award of Courage for her advocacy and resilience