Pamela Denise Anderson was born on July 1, 1967, in Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada. She gained initial recognition after being spotted on the Jumbotron at a British Columbia Lions Canadian Football League game. This led to her appearing in Labatt beer commercials and subsequently becoming a Playmate of the Month for Playboy magazine in February 1990.
Anderson transitioned from modeling to acting, securing her first prominent role as Lisa on the sitcom *Home Improvement* (1991-1993). Her breakthrough role came as lifeguard C.J. Parker on the syndicated television series *Baywatch* (1992-1997), which significantly boosted her international profile.
Beyond *Baywatch*, Anderson starred in the syndicated action series *V.I.P.* (1998-2002), where she played Vallery Irons, the owner of a bodyguard agency. She also made numerous guest appearances on other television shows, including *Stacked*, *Stripperella* (voice role), and *Barb Wire* (animated series).
Anderson’s film roles include starring as the title character in *Barb Wire* (1996), a science fiction action film. Other film appearances include roles in *Raw Justice* (1994), *Scooby-Doo* (2002), *Borat* (2006), and *Superhero Movie* (2008). She also appeared in *Baywatch* (2017) in a cameo role.
Anderson’s work on *Baywatch* earned her significant recognition and established her as a pop culture icon. While she has not received major acting awards, her widespread fame and cultural impact are undeniable. She has also been recognized for her animal rights activism and advocacy work.