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Economic Times
3 days ago
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- Economic Times
What did David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach tell her daughter before her death and the mystery of drugs in her body
Pamela Bach's final words Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Fresh details have emerged in the sudden death of Actress Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, ex-wife of actor and singer David Hasselhoff , who died at the age of 62 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 5, 2025. Now, nearly three months after her death, the actresses' last conversation with her daughter before she claimed her life has to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner death investigation summary, she had three drugs - Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam - in her system at the time of her United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) states that Benzodiazepines are "depressants that produce sedation and hypnosis, relieve anxiety and muscle spasms, and reduce seizures'. Both Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam are in a class of Benzodiazepines, according to the her death, Bach-Hasselhoff spoke to her daughter over the phone at approximately 7:45 am local time on March 5. According to media reports, she told her daughter that she 'loved her very much" during the the call, the daughter made multiple attempts to reach out to her mother throughout the day but 'never' received a reply. Later she arrived at her residence for a welfare check only to find her mother lying on her bed 'unresponsive'. Emergency services were called and paramedics pronounced Bach-Hasselhoff dead at the scene. No death note or signs of foul play were discovered. Bach-Hasselhoff had two daughters Taylor and Hayley with her ex-husband David Hasselhoff. She was married to him from 1989 to a statement to following her death, David stated that the family was "deeply saddened". He also expressed his gratitude for the support that the family received during the difficult time and requested privacy.


Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
What did David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach tell her daughter before her death and the mystery of drugs in her body
Fresh details have emerged in the sudden death of Actress Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff, ex-wife of actor and singer David Hasselhoff , who died at the age of 62 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 5, 2025. Now, nearly three months after her death, the actresses' last conversation with her daughter before she claimed her life has surfaced. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner death investigation summary, she had three drugs - Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam - in her system at the time of her death. The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) states that Benzodiazepines are "depressants that produce sedation and hypnosis, relieve anxiety and muscle spasms, and reduce seizures'. Both Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam are in a class of Benzodiazepines, according to the DEA. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Today's NYC Undo Pamela Bach's final words Before her death, Bach-Hasselhoff spoke to her daughter over the phone at approximately 7:45 am local time on March 5. According to media reports, she told her daughter that she 'loved her very much" during the conversation. After the call, the daughter made multiple attempts to reach out to her mother throughout the day but 'never' received a reply. Later she arrived at her residence for a welfare check only to find her mother lying on her bed 'unresponsive'. Live Events Emergency services were called and paramedics pronounced Bach-Hasselhoff dead at the scene. No death note or signs of foul play were discovered. Bach-Hasselhoff had two daughters Taylor and Hayley with her ex-husband David Hasselhoff. She was married to him from 1989 to 2006. In a statement to following her death, David stated that the family was "deeply saddened". He also expressed his gratitude for the support that the family received during the difficult time and requested privacy.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff's Toxicology Report Revealed After Death
Originally appeared on E! Online Content warning: This story discusses suicide. More details are surfacing on Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff's final moments. When David Hasselhoff's ex-wife died by suicide in March, she had multiple medications in her system at the time, according to toxicology documents obtained by Us Weekly. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner determined she had taken Benzodiazepines, which decrease nervous system activity and are often used to treat anxiety. She also had Clonazepam (known by the brand name Klonopin) in her system, which is used to treat seizures and panic disorder, as well as 7-Aminoclonazepam, a metabolite of Klonopin, per the Cleveland Clinic. Bach-Hasselhoff's cause of death was not drug-related, per medical examiner records viewed by E! News. But her medical history wasn't the only detail shared in the report; it also shed more light on her state of mind before her passing. Bach-Hasselhoff, who was married to the Baywatch star from 1989 to 2006, had 'mentioned suicide last year, but there were never any attempts,' per the report. More from E! Online 16 and Pregnant Star Whitney Purvis' Son Weston Gosa Dead at 16 Vanessa Bryant Seemingly Addresses Pregnancy Speculation Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Daughter Shiloh Debuts New Name Hasselhoff—who has been married to Hayley Roberts since 2018—also spoke out in the wake of her passing. 'Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,' he said in a statement to TMZ March 6. 'We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but we kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time." Hasselhoff—who has been married to Hayley Roberts since 2018—also spoke out in the wake of her passing. 'Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,' he said in a statement to TMZ March 6. 'We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but we kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time." If you or someone you know needs help, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741 or visit for additional resources.


New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach's haunting final words to daughter revealed after suicide
A mother's love. Pamela Bach's chilling last conversation with her daughter before taking her life has been revealed. David Hasselhoff's ex-wife died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head on March 5. 12 David Hasselhoff with Pamela Bach and their daughters in 2002. The investigation summary obtained by The Post on Monday, June 2, revealed she had Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam in her system at the time of death. It also revealed the last words she ever told her daughter. Bach — who shared two daughters with Hasselhoff: Hayley, 32, and Taylor, 35 — spoke with one of their children on the phone at approximately 7:45 a.m. on the day she died, according to the report. During their conversation, Hasselhoff's ex told her daughter that she 'loved her very much.' Those, apparently, were the last words she ever exchanged with her child. 12 Pamela Bach (R) and daughter Taylor-Ann Hasselhoff. Getty Images 12 Hayley Hasselhoff with Pamela Bach. Russell Einhorn/Splash News The report disclosed that Bach's same daughter continued to call and text her throughout the day but 'never' got a reply. It also stated that the daughter arrived at her residence for a welfare check and discovered her mom lying on her bed 'unresponsive.' Located near her body was 'an empty gun case, a box of Federal 38 Special bullets, originally with 20 bullets, now with 5 bullets missing,' the summary read. 12 Pamela Bach died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on March 5. pamelabachhasselhoff/Instagram 12 David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach were married from 1989 to 2006. Getty Images 12 She also appeared on 'Baywatch.' WireImage It was previously reported that their daughter Hayley was the one who found Bach's body. At the time, neighbors told the Daily Mail that Hayley was seen outside her mother's home 'screaming and crying' when the paramedics arrived. The report also stated that no suicide note or signs of foul play were found and that Bach had 'mentioned suicide last year, but there were never any attempts.' 12 Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam were found in her system. Getty Images 12 Pamela Bach told her daughter she 'loved her very much' in their final conversation. Getty Images As for the drugs found in her system, Benzodiazepines are often used to treat anxiety and depression. Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam can be used to treat panic disorders and seizure disorders. People was the first to report the news. Hayley broke her silence on her mother's suicide on March 14. 12 Hayley shared a childhood photo with her mom in a tribute post. hhasselhoff/Instagram 'Mom, last night was one of the hardest. I don't know if it's because it's been a week since your passing or the synchronization of the rain tonight, just like the night of. I pray that one day I can find comfort in the sound of rain again, as it'll symbolize your spirit going to heaven, but for now, all I hear is my heart aching for you,' Hayley wrote, sharing a childhood photo with her mom. 'This yearning is unlike anything I've ever known, but I need you to know that I will love you in every form. I'm choosing to be strong for you to make you proud,' she continued. 'Taylor and I are staying strong, carrying the pride you instilled in us and protecting one another, knowing that the bond you taught us to cherish will always guide us. This unbreakable bond will stay with us forever. We will make you proud, I promise,' she wrote. 12 Pamela Bach with David Hasselhoff and their children. Getty Images Hayley concluded, ''I love you' will never be enough because my whole heart is yours, and it always will be. I love you my beautiful, beautiful mama until the end of time.' Taylor also addressed her mom's shocking passing, saying in part, 'You are my best friend, my whole heart, my everything. I promise to make you proud & celebrate you every day.' Bach and Hasselhoff were married from 1989 to 2006. The pair met on the set of 'Knight Rider' in 1985, with Bach also starring alongside him in 'Baywatch' during their marriage. 12 Pamela Bach was 62 years old. pamelabachhasselhoff/Instagram 12 She had talked about suicide in the past, per the report. Getty Images for Max Mara 'Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,' Hasselhoff shared following his ex-wife's passing. 'We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but we kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time.' He reportedly did not attend her funeral. Following her suicide, Taylor filed to control her late mother's estate, which was valued at $840,000. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or are experiencing a mental health crisis and live in New York City, you can call 1-888-NYC-WELL for free and confidential crisis counseling. If you live outside the five boroughs, you can dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to


Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE David Hasselhoff's ex Pamela Bach's coroner's report reveals what drugs were in her system before shock suicide at 62
New details have emerged in the shock suicide of David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach, who was found dead at her Hollywood Hills home on March 5. According to her coroner's report from the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner, obtained by the late actress had Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7- Aminoclonazepam in her system at the her time of death. The most common benzodiazepines, which are typically used to treat anxiety, are the prescription drugs Valium, Xanax, Halcion, Ativan, and Klonopin. Meanwhile, Clonazepam and 7-Aminoclonazepam are used to treat seizure disorders and panic disorders. Per the report, Bach spoke to her daughter over the phone around 7:45 a.m. before her tragic passing. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. During their conversation, she 'told her daughter that she loved her very much.' The same daughter proceeded to call and text Bach 'multiple times throughout the day with no answer/reply.' After going to her mother's residence to do a welfare check that same day, she found Bach lying on her bed 'unresponsive' and called 9-1-1. The report also alleged that Bach had 'mentioned suicide last year, but there were never any attempts' and that she was 'depressed.' In March, the actress died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head using a revolver. Bach was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. She has since been cremated, according to her death certificate. Bach was married to Hasselhoff between 1989 to 2006. The former couple share welcomed two daughters - Taylor, 34, and Hayley, 32. Following her mother's death, Taylor posted a heartrending Instagram message accompanied by pictures of them together. She mainly included photos that showed her and Hayley as little girls, enjoying time with their mother before their parents separated. 'I'd do anything in the world to hug you again, my forever angel,' she wrote, calling her mother 'my best friend, my whole heart, my everything.' Taylor resolved to pass down her memories of Pamela to her own daughter London, seven months, whom she shares with her husband Madison Fiore. 'London will know all about how incredible you are & I promise I will protect Hayley forever,' Taylor wrote in her message. 'Mama, I love you so much, the pain is unbearable, but I will be strong for you & hold onto your memory until we meet again my beautiful.' After news of Bach's death broke, her ex-husband Hasselhoff issued a terse statement via a spokesperson to 'Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff. 'We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time but we kindly request privacy as we grieve and navigate through this challenging time,' he said. Authorities said there was no suicide note left at her home, which is a stone's throw from Universal Studios. Bach-Hasselhoff's debut movie role was Francis Ford Coppola's Rumble Fish in 1983. She met Hasselhoff on the set of Knight Rider. In 1989, she also snared a role in Baywatch, playing café owner Kaye Morgan. Some of her other TV roles included jobs on The Young and the Restless, The Fall Guy and Sirens. She did not return to acting in recent years; In 2011, she appeared on Celebrity Big Brother. Bach-Hasselhoff was regularly active on Instagram, where she shared images with her family, until December. Her last post was on December 31 and said: 'Happy New Year, everyone! As we step into 2025, my heart is full of gratitude, especially for my precious grandbaby, London. 'Watching her grow and seeing her smile light up my world is truly the greatest blessing. My wish for all of you this year is health, happiness, and an abundance of love. May 2025 be filled with beautiful moments, laughter, and all the blessings your hearts can hold. Here's to a year of making cherished memories, spreading joy, and embracing every precious moment!'