Michael Newman, who played lifeguard Mike “Newmie” Newman on “Baywatch,” has died. He was 68.

Newman passed away 18 years after he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

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The news <a href="https://people.com/baywatch-lifeguard-michael-newman-dies-age-68-parkinsons-disease-diagnosis-8731887">was confirmed</a> Tuesday by Newman’s close friend, Matt Felker, who recently directed the Hulu docuseries about “Baywatch.”

“Baywatch” star Michael Newman has died at age 68 after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s 18 years ago.{ai:summary}<p>Michael Newman, known for his role as lifeguard Mike “Newmie” Newman on “Baywatch,” has died at the age of 68. His passing follows an 18-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.  </p><p>The news was confirmed by his friend, Matt Felker, who directed a recent docuseries on the show. #culture</p>

‘Baywatch’ actor Michael Newman dead at 68

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