Brooks Nader is stepping into one of television’s most iconic franchises, but not without controversy.. The model-turned-reality TV star has found herself at the center of a heated debate after landing a leading role in the “Baywatch” reboot.. As critics question the casting of influencers in major acting roles, Nader is pushing back, defending the shift in Hollywood while embracing what she calls a new era of multi-talented performers.. Brooks Nader Responds To Backlash Over ‘Baywatch’ Casting. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. Nader is not ignoring the noise surrounding her casting in the “Baywatch” reboot.. As the show gears up for its return, some viewers have taken issue with influencers stepping into roles once dominated by traditional actors, arguing that the series needed “real actors.”. However, Nader sees things differently. Speaking about the criticism in a chat with the Daily Mail, she pointed out how the entertainment landscape has evolved.. “I think that the times are different and everyone is so multi-hyphenate now, and you can be both an actor and an influencer and have influence. And that’s the beauty of the culture that social media has created,” she said.. For Nader, the shift isn’t a downgrade, but an expansion. With platforms like Instagram and TikTok now shaping careers, she believes new voices bring something valuable to the table.. Rather than replacing actors, she argues they are adding a new layer to the industry.. Nader Says Social Media Brings New Energy To The Series. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Brooks Nader (@brooksnader). Nader emphasized that today’s performers come with built-in audiences and unique perspectives that didn’t exist when the original “Baywatch” aired.. The model highlighted how social media has given talent a direct line to fans, something that changes how shows are experienced.. “We now have platforms. I think, during the 90s, you didn’t have social media, you didn’t have Instagram or TikTok, and so people could use their voice now, and I think as long as they’re using it for good… I think that it’ll bring a vibe to the show,” she explained.. She also hinted that the cast itself reflects this modern shift. Nader said, “I think that there’s so many amazing platforms and voices that are on the show, in the cast, and I think it’ll only help the series.”. Meanwhile, filming is already underway, with Nader spotted on Venice Beach alongside co-stars Stephen Amell, Shay Mitchell, Noah Beck, and Livvy Dunne, all stepping into the show’s signature red swimsuits.. Brooks Nader Calls Wearing The Iconic Swimsuit A Career Moment. ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA. For Nader, slipping into the legendary red lifeguard swimsuit was more than just another day on set, it was a defining moment.. The look, famously worn by Pamela Anderson and Carmen Electra, carries decades of pop culture weight.. “It was the biggest pinch me moment of my career,” Nader told the ou
