Amell Chases Baywatch Lead at Open Casting, Wins Hobie Buchannon Role
Stephen Amell reveals he chased the lead for Fox’s Baywatch reboot at a massive open casting call, ultimately landing as Hobie Buchannon as production begins in March in Venice Beach; thousands auditioned, and Amell credits showrunner Matt Nix while noting the age gap with younger co-stars and detailing his prep—nutrition and steady workouts—to stay beach-ready.