Social Media Stars Livvy Dunne and Noah Beck Film Baywatch Reboot Scenes in Los Angeles
Former gymnast Livvy Dunne and internet personality-turned-actor Noah Beck have been spotted filming intimate scenes together on the set of the upcoming Baywatch reboot in Los Angeles this week. The 23-year-old Dunne wore the franchise's iconic red lifeguard swimsuit, while 24-year-old Beck sported matching red trunks as they participated in various beachside sequences.
Car Wash Scene and On-Set Chemistry
The pair filmed a playful car wash scene alongside other swimsuit-clad cast members, with Beck carrying Dunne on his back at one point during the shoot. Dunne, smiling broadly with a purple towel dangling from her hand, appeared to be enjoying the experience. The blonde beauty later took to Instagram on Friday to share behind-the-scenes footage from the beach, captioning it: 'These past few days filming have been magical. I am so excited! @baywatchtv' along with red heart and lifeguard safety ring emojis.
During the car wash sequence, the co-stars flirtatiously scrubbed down a red pickup truck while barefoot, demonstrating clear on-screen chemistry. Dunne was seen leaning over to exchange words with someone off-camera at one point, while her platinum locks fell around her shoulders as she worked on the vehicle.
Casting Controversy and Fan Backlash
When Baywatch casting choices were initially revealed, many viewers expressed surprise at seeing social media influencers like Dunne and fellow Sports Illustrated cover girl Brooks Nader among the lifeguard team. Both are better known for their substantial Instagram followings than their acting credentials. First-look photos released this week prompted significant fan criticism, with many calling the reboot a derivative idea destined for failure due to its reliance on influencers in lead roles.
Despite this backlash, the cast appears to be embracing the opportunity wholeheartedly. Earlier this month, Dunne revealed her excitement about trying her hand at acting in an interview with People magazine: 'It's something I've been passionate about for quite some time. I was interested in doing that at LSU, but sports are your top priority when you're a student-athlete at school. And now that I'm done with school, I have more time to lean into the acting stuff and the creative side of things.'
She added: 'Whether it's gymnastics or acting in a movie or a TV show, I just think watching all your hard work pay off, whether it's an individual thing or a group thing, I think it's so cool.'
Series Details and Cast Dynamics
The new Baywatch iteration will consist of 12 episodes and stars Stephen Amell as protagonist Hobie Buchannon. Amell recently shared a photo of the official director's slate on Monday, which Nader reposted via Instagram Stories with the caption: 'Here we gooooo.' The reboot follows Hobie as he assumes the role of Baywatch Captain, following in the footsteps of his iconic father Mitch, originally played by David Hasselhoff.
Dunne was photographed sharing laughs on the beach with Nader days ago, with both models demonstrating their on-screen rapport during spirited scenes where the group flashed smiles while soaking up the California sun. Throughout various shots, Beck put his chiseled physique on display, while Dunne showed off her athletic figure in the famous red bathing suit during different angles of the car wash sequence.
Baywatch Legacy and Modern Revival
The original Baywatch series ran from 1989 to 2001, following the lives of Los Angeles beach lifeguards and making stars out of David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson. Despite consistently negative reviews from critics, the show became a global phenomenon and the most-watched television program in the world during its peak. For its final two seasons, the series was retitled Baywatch: Hawaii and featured future movie star Jason Momoa among its cast members.
In a statement to Variety last fall, Michael Thorn, President of Fox Television Network, explained the revival's approach: 'In its first run, Baywatch defined an entire era of beach life and elevated lifeguards to an iconic status. Now, with our partners at Fremantle, this television juggernaut is set for a modern-day comeback. Together, Fox and Fremantle, along with Matt Nix and original co-creator Greg Bonann, will bring the California dream to a whole new generation of fans with fresh stories, rising stars and all the spectacle that make the Baywatch franchise a global sensation.'
