Lingering questions surrounding the sudden death of David Hasselhoff’s ex-wife Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff have been answered.
Bach-Hasselhoff died on March 5 at the age of 62. According to documents obtained by Us Weekly, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner listed the official cause of death as a suicide. The official toxicology report also revealed that she had Benzodiazepines, Clonazepam and 7-Aminoclonazepam in her system at the time of her death.
Benzodiazepines can be used to treat anxiety and seizure disorders, according to The Cleveland Clinic. Clonazepam and 7-Aminoclonazepam are used to treat panic disorders and seizure disorders, per The Cleveland Clinic.
The report also noted that Bach-Hasselhoff “mentioned suicide last year, but there were never any attempts.” She also spoke to her daughter at 7:45 a.m. on March 5, the night she died, and told her that she “loved her very much.”
Hasselhoff mourned the loss of his ex-wife in a statement to TMZ at the time.
“Our family is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Pamela Hasselhoff,” he said. “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.”
The pair met on the set of Knight Rider when Bach-Hasselhoff was a guest star. They married in 1989 and share daughters Taylor, 34, and Hayley, 32. They divorced in 2006.
After their divorce was finalized, Bach-Hasselhoff told The Associated Press, “I’ve always loved him and always will, and have love and compassion for him. It’s a very, very sad day, but a day to move on.”
Hasselhoff is currently married to Hayley Roberts, whom he wed in 2018. “I told my girls what I was going to do and they were both really supportive,” Hasselhoff told Hello! magazine in 2016 after proposing to Roberts. “It’s tough. No one wants to see their parents split up. But they love Hayley and they’re just happy for me.”
On Christmas Eve, Bach-Hasselhoff shared a message of joy about her granddaughter, London.
“Happy New Year, everyone! As we step into 2025, my heart is full of gratitude, especially for my precious grandbaby, ????London????,” she wrote via Instagram. “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!”
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