David Chokachi Returns "Baywatch" and Dog Rescues

David Chokachi Returns "Baywatch" and Dog Rescues

From Still Here Hollywood by Steve Kmetko, Still Here Network

July 27, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 152

About this episode

David Chokachi discusses his return to Baywatch and his passion for rescuing dogs.

David Chokachi returns to Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko for an inspiring conversation about purpose, perseverance and second chances. The Baywatch star discusses returning to the franchise that made him famous, rescuing hundreds of dogs after the Los Angeles fires, working with Wings of Rescue, and why helping animals has become more rewarding than Hollywood itself. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from the new Baywatch series, explains how social media has changed casting, and reflects on aging, fitness and finding meaning beyond fame. 00:00 Preview 00:48 Why David Stayed During the LA Fires 03:34 Saving Hundreds of Rescue Dogs 08:32 Life Before Hollywood 10:03 Flying Rescue Missions Across America 15:21 The Heartbreaking Truth About Animal Shelters 18:03 Why Spaying and Neutering Matters 20:05 Celebrity Volunteers Saving Animals 25:13 Patreon 25:56 The Baywatch Reboot 29:55 Fighting His Way Back Onto Baywatch 33:24 When Baywatch Premieres 36:48 Returning Cast Members 39:45 Staying in Incredible Shape 42:21 What Happened to Cody Madison 46:58 Meeting His Wife 49:18 Social Media and Hollywood 52:10 Life Today 53:08 Pamela Anderson 53:31 What Aging Has Taught Him…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Kmetko

Guest: David Chokachi

Topics covered

Keywords

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wings of Rescue

Books & works: Baywatch

More episodes of Still Here Hollywood

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Still Here Hollywood podcast page.