Olivia Dunne Cast in Fox Baywatch Reboot

Olivia "Livvy" Dunne, the former LSU gymnast and social media influencer with millions of followers, has landed a recurring role in Fox's upcoming reboot of the classic lifeguard drama Baywatch, marking her professional acting debut. The 23-year-old will portray Grace, an enthusiastic junior lifeguard, in the series set to premiere during the 2026-2027 television season.

The reboot, ordered for 12 episodes, aims to revive the 1990s phenomenon that originally starred David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson with its high-stakes beach rescues and ensemble storytelling. This modern iteration, produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle, incorporates contemporary elements like digital culture and influencer appeal to attract younger viewers. Filming is scheduled to begin soon on Los Angeles beaches, with the first cast table read already completed.

Dunne joins a diverse ensemble that blends established actors and online personalities. Stephen Amell leads as Hobie Buchannon, the grown son of the original show's Mitch Buchannon and now a Baywatch captain. His world is upended when his previously unknown daughter, Charlie, played by Jessica Belkin, arrives eager to join the lifeguard team...