David Hasselhoff became a household name as Michael Knight in Knight Rider and later as Mitch Bucannon in Baywatch, earning millions from the latter that allowed him to purchase a large home in Calabasas. But long before that, he lived in a far more modest house.
In 1979, he appeared in a set of photos captured inside his home. In one shot, the actor, now 73, was seen relaxing on his bed, reading a copy of Semi-Tough by Dan Jenkins. The bedspread featured a dark brown pattern made from velvet that clashed with his chevron print curtains.
Making a comeback
© Getty ImagesNostalgia is making its way back into interior design trends, and David's layered pattern aesthetic fits the bill. Interior designer Carlin van Noppen told Homes & Gardens of the space: "The accelerated trend cycle means that formerly 'dated' looks like chevron are likely to come back much sooner than they may have in the past. However, I don't necessarily see chevron as a 'trendy' pattern; with the right treatment, it can be as timeless as stripes. It's always popular in design circles, because subtle chevron is always chic."
© Getty ImagesThough there is a certain appeal to David's 70s vibe, his living room is a far cry from his primary home now. The actor resides in California in a house that he and his daughter, Taylor Hasselhoff, attempted to sell for $3.6 million while appearing on Impossible Listing in 2020.
David's grand Californian home
However, the duo was not successful in offloading the property. The grand Mediterranean-style home was situated on a hill and featured three balconies. It sits across 1.5 acres and boasts a lagoon-style pool, a spa, and an outdoor kitchen.
© Corbis via Getty ImagesPhotos published by Today reveal that David's bolthole features five bedrooms and six baths, including a master suite with a fireplace, as well as a large walk-in closet and what the listing once described as a "sexy" bathroom.
David goes overseas
In 2017, David extended his portfolio to include an international property, purchasing a beachfront home on the island of Gili Meno in Indonesia. The seaside abode is part of a resort development on the island, which is situated off the east coast of Bali.
© Jeff KravitzIt features a bar, as well as a sunbathing terrace, an infinity pool with breathtaking sea view, and direct access to one of the island's beaches. "I love Gili Meno as there are no cars on the island, it is like going back in time," The Hoff said of his investment at the time.
"The best thing about the island is that you can eat out so well, such as fresh lobster, and it costs next to nothing."
