BAYWATCH - HASSELHOFF SET FOR THE PRODUCERS

HASSELHOFF SET FOR THE PRODUCERS

Former BAYWATCH star DAVID HASSELHOFF is returning to the stage to play a bumbling director in the upcoming Las Vegas production of comedy musical THE PRODUCERS. The actor will play flamboyant ROGER DE BRIS in the new stage show, which is set to hit the city's Paris hotel and casino next year (07). Hasselhoff and show creator MEL BROOKS made the shock announcement at a press conference this morning (02NOV06), with funnyman Brooks insisting the actor was a perfect fit for the new production. Brooks said, "He has incredible comedic timing, terrific musical theatre experience and stage presence and he will be a perfect marriage with the role. And by the way, he has great legs." Hasselhoff stated, "I'm honoured to be a part of anything Mel Brooks is a part of. He has always been my favourite man of comedy. "He is a giant and it is a dream come true to be part of one of the greatest Broadway musicals in theatre history." Meanwhile, Brooks also announced that BRAD OSCAR will reprise his portrayal of MAX BIALYSTOCK for the Las Vegas production. Oscar has played the deceiving producer on Broadway and in London.