“Baywatch” bombshell Erika Eleniak is riding a brand new wave and making money.
The famous actress, who patrolled Southern California beaches in the popular ’90s series, earned nearly $300,000 from OnlyFans in just three months, TMZ reported; This enabled him to earn nearly $1 million in his first year on the subscription platform.
Eleniak played lifeguard Shauni McClain on “Baywatch” from 1989 to 1992 and was one of the show’s original stars.
“When I first thought about joining OnlyFans, I really believed I was going to hate it,” Eleniak told Fox News Digital.
“But I have to say, I absolutely love it. It’s given me an incredible opportunity to reconnect with so many wonderful people who have followed my career since the 1980s, from ‘ET’ to ‘Baywatch’ to my Playboy days to ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’ and everything in between.”
“I never thought joining OnlyFans would have such an emotional impact on me,” he admitted. “For the first time in my life, I feel truly loved, appreciated, and empowered in a way I’ve never felt before. It’s an incredible feeling, and I truly can’t believe how much happiness it has brought to my life.”
“I embrace this new chapter with open arms and feel more confident, more committed and more excited about the future than I have in years,” Eleniak added.
According to TMZ, Eleniak earns “much more” than the $10,000 a week she reportedly earned shortly after opening her profile in August. The outlet previously reported that Eleniak had more than 1,100 subscribers.
“The thing that struck me the most was realizing how many people have stayed with me all these years,” Eleniak told Fox News Digital. “Some of them were there from the beginning, and now we’re reconnecting in such a personal and meaningful way. I can’t express how grateful I am to each of them. They’re the reason I have the career I have, and they’ve given me so much love and support throughout my life.”
OnlyFans; It allows creators, including celebrities, athletes and sex workers, to charge subscribers directly for content. The platform has attracted hundreds of millions of users and generated billions of dollars in annual transactions, according to the company’s financial figures.
Eleniak said she initially joined OnlyFans because she thought it would be a fun way to connect with fans.
She previously told Fox News Digital that while filming “Baywatch,” she sometimes felt insecure in a swimsuit, but now feels more comfortable in her own skin.
“Well, that hasn’t changed,” he said. “When you’re working out and running and doing action and stuff in a costume that’s basically a swimsuit, it’s not the most comfortable uniform on the planet. So I don’t think that’s going to change for me today. But I’m 57. I’m comfortable in my body and in my skin. I love where I’m at right now. So I guess that’s changed.”
Eleniak describes her content as “personal, entertaining and unfiltered.” He’s also not afraid to put his finger on some unusual requests.
“There are a lot of people who like feet,” he said with a smile. “Usually when you get a request for something with feet, it can be a bit funny. It might seem a little strange, but to each their own. But I’m really surprised at how popular the feet are.”
Eleniak said she has faced little backlash since joining OnlyFans.
“I was pleasantly surprised,” he explained. “I’ve had a really warm welcome and a lot of chants from people saying, ‘Go get it, have fun.’ And there’s always going to be naysayers. Whether it’s OnlyFans or anything else I do, there’s always someone who wants to say something bad. You know, trolls. I just ignore it, to be honest.”
“I think the stigma around joining OnlyFans has changed,” he said. “It’s continuing to evolve. It’s like a modern-day fan club where you can communicate directly with your fans. The content is right there. And especially as women in entertainment, you want to have control over your own image. That’s so important. It made perfect sense for me to join. And I think it’s a great time for people who want to take control of the image and content they create online.”
Eleniak said she’s comfortable embracing her sexy side while maintaining control over the content she shares.
“To me, sexy means being confident in your skin, being confident in who you are, rather than just the aesthetic of what you look like,” she said. “I think sexiness comes from within and it’s about feeling good in your skin. In ‘Baywatch,’ I was very young and you only start to figure things out in your 20s. But now I’m in my 50s and I feel like I’ve figured it out. I feel sexy and confident in ways that make me feel powerful. I have fun and I call the shots.”
“I’m flirty, but I keep it classy and spicy,” she said with a laugh.
As Eleniak continues to find success on OnlyFans, he hopes to make waves once again on “Baywatch” decades after hanging up the iconic red jersey.
She is set to guest star in Fox’s “Baywatch” remake, which is scheduled to premiere on January 6, 2027.
“I’m so excited to be a part of the reboot,” he said. “I think it’s going to be amazing. I’m definitely hoping they’ll pick me up for another season and bring me back for a more regular role. I’d love that. Looking back, the show was pure magic. It was an escape for everyone, no matter where you live in the world. It’s still magic.”
For Eleniak, the return of “Baywatch” will be more than just a nostalgic return to the beach; It will mark another opportunity to embrace life on your own terms.
“I’m back and this time I’m doing it for myself,” he said.