“Baywatch” is a cult series about the adventures of a group of rescuers from Los Angeles. It debuted on the air in the late 1980s and immediately gained enormous popularity, especially among American and German viewers. Many stars owe the development of their careers to the production. This group includes, among others Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff. Michael Newman also played one of the roles. The actor played a character who had the same name and surname. However, his character was nicknamed Newmie. Unfortunately, a few days ago, sad news circulated in the media. The artist died at the age of 68.
Michael Newman has died. The actor known from Baywatch was 68 years old
Michael Newman died on Sunday, October 20. According to People magazine, the actor's cause of death was heart complications. The “Baywatch” star passed away surrounded by his loved ones. The artist had been struggling with Parkinson's disease for many years. He received the diagnosis in 2006. The sad news was delivered by Matt Felker, a friend of the deceased and the creator of the documentary “After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun”.
Yesterday I lost my hero. Before he left this world, I told him that we would meet again. I promise
– he wrote on social media. Felker had the opportunity to say goodbye to Newman in person. “The last time I saw Mike, he was still conscious. He looked (at me – editor's note) and, in his typical style, said: 'You came just in time,'” he revealed in an interview with People magazine.
David Hasselhoff says goodbye to Michael Newman. “He saved my life”
A post saying goodbye to a friend also appeared on social media David Hasselhoff. The actor mentioned that he owes his life to his deceased friend. “Newman was a fighter… he literally saved my life at least four times (…) An amazing man. He was never afraid of water. I remember directing him in a few episodes and he was really good. He became a great actor. We will all be behind him.” miss him,” he wrote on Instagram. SEE ALSO: Paul Di'Anno is dead. The Iron Maiden star was 66 years old