By The Daily Caller (U.S.) | Created at 2026-08-28 21:05:22 | Updated at 2026-09-05 08:13:43
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“Baywatch” star Erika Eleniak abandoned her decades-long acting career for OnlyFans, a professional move that seems to be on the rise in the entertainment industry.
Eleniak played the iconic lifeguard Shauni McClain in the first two seasons of the hit series and went on to take on a number of roles in film and television. Her film credits include “Pretty Girl,” “Under Siege,” “The Beverly Hillbillies,” “Bordello of Blood,” and “Tales from the Crypt.”
The star’s film credits also include a recurring role in “CSI: Miami” and roles in “Charles in Charge” and “Desperate Housewives,” among others.
However, Eleniak’s impressive portfolio didn’t seem to be enough.
At 56, she joined OnlyFans and began by strictly sharing images of her feet.
She has since shared more explicit images and is earning $10,000 a week, according to TMZ.
TMZ reported on Aug. 28 that Eleniak is raking in money from her 1,100 subscribers, and her fan base is growing as quickly as her earnings.
Poised to earn more than $40,000 a month, she’s the latest example of an actress-turned-OnlyFans star, part of what appears to be a fast-growing trend. (RELATED: ‘The Sopranos’ Star Drea De Matteo Posted Racy Photos To OnlyFans To Save Her Home From Foreclosure)
Fellow Baywatch star Brande Roderick also made the switch from acting to OnlyFans and has publicly boasted about how much money she has made as a single mom.
Carmen Electra, who also appeared on Baywatch, has also leaned into her OnlyFans earnings in recent years.
“Real Housewives” star Denise Richards, Disney star Bella Thorne, “American Pie” star Shannon Elizabeth, and “The Sopranos” actress Drea de Matteo have all turned their backs on acting gigs in favor of quick earnings on the OnlyFans platform.
