David Hasselhoff

David Michael Hasselhoff (born July 17, 1952), nicknamed "the Hoff", is an American actor, singer, producer, and television personality. He first gained recognition on the soap opera The Young and the Restless (1975–1982), playing the role of Dr. Snapper Foster. His career continued with his leading role as Michael Knight on the crime drama series Knight Rider (1982–1986) and as L.A. County Lifeguard Mitch Buchannon in the drama series Baywatch (1989–2000), the latter of which he also served as an executive producer.