David Hasselhoff Then & Now: See Photos of the ‘Baywatch’ Hunk

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The hair, the smile, the charm – there’s no denying that David Hasselhoff is an icon! Celebrate the ‘Baywatch’ star’s birthday in photos here.

David Hasselhoff, a.k.a “The Hoff,” is an actor, television personality and singer best known for his TV roles in Baywatch, Knight Rider, The Young and the Restless and more. Born July 17, 1952, the star has also appeared in films like Dodgeball, Guardians of the Galaxy, Click and Sharknado.

And who could forget his musical career? David has released several albums, including Looking for Freedom and David, and has even made his mark on Broadway. He’s also dabbled in reality, starring in the short-lived A&E reality series The Hasselhoffs with daughters Hayley and Taylor in 2010.

David’s career has seen his go from an ’80s heartthrob to a pop culture icon, beloved the world over. Want more of The Hoff? Scroll through our gallery for photos from his young days to now.

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