Casey Jean "C.J." Parker is a fictional character from the television series ''

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''. Portrayed by

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, she was one of the most popular and longest serving characters who appeared in five seasons of the series.

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plays her in the 2017 film.

Background

When ''

'' executive producer

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offered the role of lifeguard C.J. Parker to

, Anderson was immediately attracted to the role because of the " New Age thinking" that she shared with the character, including an interest in crystals, meditation, and dream interpretation. In the '' Baywatch: Hawaiian Wedding'' reunion movie, C.J. reveals her biggest interest is in

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. Pamela later reprised her role for appearances in commercials and other Baywatch themed media such as

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. C.J. has a largely different personality in the feature film adaptation, in which she is made to be a blunt but down to earth person. Early on, she shows a certain dislike for Matt Brody and a mutual romantic interest in nerdy new recruit Ronnie. C.J. flirts and bonds with Ronnie throughout much of the film, and by story's end, they sleep together (though he seems to have no recollection of it) beginning a relationship.

Reception

C.J. Parker was well received during the run of ''Baywatch'', being voted one of the best 11 blondes in entertainment by

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References

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