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Erika Eleniak to Reprise 'Baywatch' Role in Fox Sequel Series
The actress will guest-star as Shauni McClain, a former lifeguard now serving on the Santa Monica City Council.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:03am
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The return of an iconic Baywatch character promises to bring a touch of nostalgic sparkle to the new Fox sequel series.Santa Monica TodayErika Eleniak, known for her role as Shauni McClain on the hit '90s TV series Baywatch, is set to reprise the character in an upcoming Fox sequel series. Eleniak will guest-star as Shauni, who is now a Santa Monica city councilwoman, returning to the beach to help Hobie kick off the annual 'Beach Games' competition between Baywatch and the Coast Guard.
Why it matters
The Baywatch franchise remains a beloved part of pop culture, and this sequel series represents an opportunity to revisit the iconic show with a new generation of viewers. Eleniak's return as Shauni McClain will likely generate excitement among longtime fans and help draw interest in the new series.
The details
In the Fox sequel series, Erika Eleniak's character of Shauni McClain will be a former Baywatch lifeguard who has since been elected to the Santa Monica City Council. She will return to the beach to help organize the annual 'Beach Games' competition between the current Baywatch lifeguards and their Coast Guard counterparts.
- The Fox sequel series featuring Erika Eleniak's return as Shauni McClain is set to premiere in 2026.
The players
Erika Eleniak
An American actress best known for her role as Shauni McClain on the popular 1990s TV series Baywatch.
Hobie
A character from the original Baywatch series who is expected to appear in the Fox sequel.
What they’re saying
“I'm thrilled to be returning to the Baywatch universe and reprising the role of Shauni. It's going to be so much fun to reconnect with the beach and the characters that I love.”
— Erika Eleniak
What’s next
Fans will have to wait until the Fox sequel series premieres in 2026 to see Erika Eleniak back in action as Shauni McClain.
The takeaway
The return of Erika Eleniak as Shauni McClain in the Fox Baywatch sequel series is a nostalgic nod to the beloved 1990s TV show that is sure to excite longtime fans and potentially draw in new viewers curious to see how the iconic lifeguard character has evolved.
