Beautiful and talented Brande Roderick joined the internationally renowned hit series "Baywatch" (1989) in the starring role as lifeguard Leigh Dyer. Winning the role over hundreds of hopefuls, Brande convinced veteran writer/producer Frank South ("Melrose Place" (1992)) that she was the best person for the job. Now in its 11th season, "Baywatch" (1989) executives brought on South to bring new depth to the show, which will showcase Brande as the lead. A native of Northern California, Brande attended Santa Rosa Junior College with aspirations towards acting. She was last seen in "Playboy"'s April issue as Miss April 2000. Brande has appeared on television shows such as "Jesse" (1998), "Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place" (1998) and "Beverly Hills, 90210" (1990), as well as in numerous commercials including Dr. Pepper and Snickers. Brande currently makes her home in Los Angeles, but she is looking forward to living in Hawaii while shooting the show.
Spouse
Glenn Cadrez (June 2007 - present) 1 child

Trivia
Has two tattoos: a rose on her ankle and a rose on her belly

To date, Brande is the first "Baywatch" (1989) cast member that is a PMOY (Playmate of the Year). Other Playboy centerfolds that have made the transition from Playboy centerfold to a "Baywatch" (1989) cast member include Erika Eleniak, Pamela Anderson and Marliece Andrada.

Varsity cheerleader in high school.

Has a dog named Mercedes

Playboy Playmate of the Month April 2000

Playboy Playmate of the Year 2001

Ranked as #96 in FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World 2005" special supplement. (2005)

Gave birth to her first child at age 35, a son Keaton Roderick-Cadrez on March 4, 2010. Child's father is her husband, Glenn Cadrez.

(November 2003) She is in India on November 21st 2003 to attend the premiere of her BollyWood movie, Out of Control (2003).

(March 2004) She joined the TV Guide station

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