SHE stopped the world in its tracks when she ran along a beach in a striking red swimsuit – and 50 years on is still as iconic as ever.
The legendary Pamela Anderson is celebrating her 50th birthday on Saturday July 1, and has come a long way from her Playboy roots.
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Pamela Anderson steals the show in a stunning white gown at the 57th Monte Carlo TV Festival Opening Ceremony on June 16, 2017 Credit: Getty Images 41
Pamela attends Shepherd Conservation Society's 40th Anniversary Gala For The Oceans at Montage Beverly Hills on June 10, 2017 in Beverly Hills Credit: Getty Images 41
Always a supporter of good causes, Pammy attends Dame Vivienne Westwood and James Jagger's Mad Max party in aid of climate change during London Fashion Week February 2017 Credit: Getty Images 41
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Pamela became world-famous after her role as C J Parker in Baywatch Credit: Rex Features 41
The buxom blonde on the catwalk for the Vivienne Westwood fashion show in 2009 Credit: Rex Features 41
Getting cosy with husband Tommy Lee Credit: Getty Images - WireImage In the early stages of her career, the buxom blonde was known for her partying and daring fashion style.
She was made Playmate of the Month for Playboy magazine in February 1990 and went onto star in films such as Raw Justice, Barb Wire and Blonde and Blonder.
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She has used her sexy looks and reputation as a blonde bombshell to bring attention to a number of PETA's campaigns, like this one in 2003 Credit: Peta 41
Her playboy splashes were infamous and she dazzled in just beaded jewellery in this spread Credit: Splash News 41
She appeared as the cover model of Playboy’s January/February 2016 double issue—the magazine’s last nude version Credit: Playboy 41
Never one to shy away from a challenge, Pamela Anderson took to the ice for the Dutch version of Dancing On Ice in 2013 with her partner Matt Evers Credit: EPA 41
Co-star David Charvet gets a handful as he lifts the petite star for a promotional picture Credit: Rex Features 41
The star played the lead role in movie Barb Wire Credit: Rex Features 41
Pammy found herself in a bubbly situation while filming in 1996 Credit: Alamy 41
Unrecognisable, a young Pamela Anderson without her trademark blonde hair and huge breasts Credit: Rex Features Anderson made her name during her stint as the star of California beachside drama Baywatch in the 1990s but has kept busy since hanging up her famous red swimsuit.
She launched The Pamela Anderson Foundation at the start of 2014 to help environmental causes and to protect vulnerable people and animals.
She has also campaigned to raise awareness for organisations such as PETA and Mercy For Animals, and joined initiatives to protect the Arctic and to combat deforestation.
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The star has always captured the attention of many, thanks to her flowing blonde locks and fun-loving personality Credit: Rex Features 41
Pammy stripped off for numerous Playboy photoshoots Credit: Splash News 41
The sex symbol showed off her perfect bikini body when she stripped during an interview on The Ellen DeGeneres show when she was 41 Credit: Splash News 41
Richie Rich and Pamela on the catwalk 'A*Muse' Show, Air New Zealand Fashion Week in 2009 Credit: Rex Features 41
The star poses for the camera in trainers and a sports top in 1993, showing off her enviable legs Credit: Rex Features 41
A young Pamela poses for a beautiful black and white head-shot Credit: Alamy 41
The Baywatch beauty said she and hubby Tommy Lee play steamy "sex-capades" - by having love sessions in the wackiest and craziest places imaginable Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 41
In a pool not the beach, the Bay Watch cast pose for a photo in a rather unusual setting Credit: Rex Features 41
Aged just 16 who would've known she would become the iconic bombshell we know today Credit: SCOPEFEATURES.COM She has since debuted a more toned-down look, appearing unrecognisable at a gala in Paris in January , when she debuted a fresh-faced look.
The blonde Baywatch star has been married to three men, Tommy Lee, Kid Rock and Rick Solomon.
And she has two sons, Brandon Thomas Lee , 20 and Dylan Jagger Lee,19, both with ex-husband Tommy Lee.
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Proving shes still got it Pamela walking in Richie Rich's A-Muse fashion show in 2010, aged 43 Credit: Rex Features 41
Posing as Felicity in the 1993 film Snapdragon, Pammy adopts a more natural look in her early work Credit: Alamy 41
The sex appeal of the Canadian born Anderson is undeniable, here she smoulders in the rain for a 90s photo shoot Credit: Getty Images - WireImage 41
The busty blonde stripped naked to deliver Playboy editor Hugh Hefner a cake as he turned 82-years-old in Las Vegas in 2008 Credit: Splash News 41
Anderson was the cover girl for the July 2001 issue of Playboy magazine Credit: Splash News 41
Joined by her fellow Bay Watch cast members, Pamela graces the cover of Play Boy again Credit: Splash News 41
Showing off her enhanced bust in a leather outfit while filming Barb Wire Credit: Rex Features 41
Pamela and her husband Tommy Lee released a sex tape of their bedroom dalliances Credit: Rex Features 41
Another cover for one of Hugh Hefners clear favourites, Pam, who has been on more Playboy covers than anyone else From her fresh-faced beginnings, to show-stopping Playboy covers and her current natural, these pictures prove Pammy always steals the show.
Fans of the Baywatch star can now rent out her stunning Malibu home – but it will set you back a staggering £39,000 each month.
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An early picture of Pamela shows the star looking fresh-faced and captivating Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 41
Pamela and Marcos Paulo De Jesus at the Duvet in New York City, New York Credit: Getty Images - WireImage 41
Pamela shows off her denim shorts on the beach during television's Baywatch Celebrities Surfing Event Credit: Getty Images 41
Pamela has graced more Playboy covers than anyone else and is close to Hugh Hefner Credit: Splash News 41
The sexy star flashes the flesh on the runway during the Richie Rich A Muse show at the 15th Annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball at InterContinental Hotel in 2000 Credit: Getty Images - WireImage 41
Pamela was a formidable force in Barb Wire when she starred as a sexy nightclub owner Credit: Rex Features 41
The blonde bombshell starred on Baywatch from for five seasons between 1992 and 1997 making her one of the longest serving cast members Credit: Getty Images 41
Donning a tight leotard, Pamela shows off her trademark big locks and striking feaatures in an early shot Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd