Baywatch Actor Injured During Stunt Filming

Thaddeus LaGrone cut his leg while jumping into a boat on set in Redondo Beach.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:20am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a bandaged leg with visible blood, shot in dramatic high-contrast studio lighting to create a gritty, high-fashion aesthetic, conceptually representing an on-set injury during the filming of a major television production.An on-set injury during the filming of the Baywatch reboot underscores the risks and challenges of producing high-profile remakes.Redondo Beach Today

Thaddeus LaGrone, an actor in the highly anticipated Baywatch reboot, suffered an injury during a stunt scene filming in Redondo Beach, California on Monday. LaGrone was running down a dock and jumping into a boat when he cut his leg open, requiring medical attention and a trip to the emergency room.

Why it matters

The Baywatch reboot has generated significant hype, with thousands showing up for open casting calls. Any on-set injuries can disrupt production and raise concerns about safety protocols, especially for high-intensity stunt work.

The details

LaGrone and his fellow cast members, including Shay Mitchell, were running down a dock to a boat when LaGrone jumped in to confront an apparent villain. After jumping, LaGrone went down and was slow to get up. Medics on set helped LaGrone with his injury, and he was eventually sent to a local ER for further care. A short time later, LaGrone was seen with a bandage on his shin with some visible blood coming through, but the incident did not interrupt the rest of the filming.

  • The incident occurred on Monday, March 30, 2026 during filming in Redondo Beach, California.

The players

Thaddeus LaGrone

An actor starring in the highly anticipated Baywatch reboot.

Shay Mitchell

An actress and co-star of Thaddeus LaGrone in the Baywatch reboot.

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The takeaway

This on-set injury highlights the risks and challenges involved in producing high-profile reboots and remakes, especially those featuring intense stunt work. Production crews will need to carefully review safety protocols to prevent similar incidents and ensure the well-being of the cast.