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Ex-Baywatch babe Yasmine Bleeth, 51, smiles as she walks dog 17 years after quitting Hollywood

Nola Ojomu

Published: 18:53 ET, Feb 17 2020
Updated: 6:33 ET, Feb 18 2020

FORMER Baywatch star Yasmine Bleeth was all smiles while making a rare public outing to walk her dog in Los Angeles.

The actress was a TV superstar in the 90s, thanks to her part as Caroline Holden in Baywatch, but hasn't been pictured in public in years.

Former Baywatch star Yasmine Bleeth was all smiles while out in Los AngelesCredit: Coleman-Rayner

The former Hollywood pin up has not been pictured in over a decadeCredit: Coleman-Rayner

Following struggles with substance abuse, the star retreated from public life and has rarely been seen over the past 17 years.

However, the 51-year-old appeared to be happy and content as she was spotted taking her dog for a walk.

The smiling star kept her look casual in a patterned maxi dress and brown sandals, which she teamed with a black zip up hoodie.

She tied her curly hair back into a loose ponytail and appeared to be makeup free for the outing.

The actress was famous for her role as Caroline Holden in BaywatchCredit: Rex Features

The star was seen walking her dog, a rare public appearance since she quit the business in 2003Credit: Coleman-Rayner

Yasmine was one of Hollywood's hottest stars after she turned a guest appearance on the fourth season of Baywatch into a three-season stint on the show.

She filmed 72 episodes in total over the space of five years, as well as featuring in several spin-off films and TV shows.

Yasmine famously battled substance abuse issues during her careerCredit: Coleman-Rayner

The smiling star kept her look casual in a patterned maxi dress and brown sandalsCredit: Coleman-Rayner

She teamed her dress with a black zip up hoodieCredit: Coleman-Rayner

Her star turn on the show helped launch her modelling career, and even led to the actress to release her own line of swimwear.

And while she continue to act, with roles in shows such as Nash Bridges and Titans, her behavior behind the scenes did damage to her career.

Yasmine filmed 72 episodes of Baywatch, as well as featuring in several spin-off films and TV showsCredit: Rex Features

The actress failed to reach the heights expected of her career due to decisions in her personal lifeCredit: Kobal Collection - Rex Features

The troubled star was arrested in 2001 after police found cocaine in her car following a crash, and entered a plea deal in courtCredit: Getty Images - Getty

The actress' career fell apart due to substance abuse issues, with studios and directors blacklisting her because she was considered challenging to work with.

She eventually checked into the Malibu-based Promises Rehabilitation Clinic to overcome cocaine dependence.

Yasmine married strip club owner Paul Cerrito in 2002 - the couple were last pictured in 2003Credit: Getty Images - Getty

However, she relapsed after leaving the clinic and ended up getting arrested in 2001 after police found cocaine in her car following a crash.

Yasmine - who hasn't acted since 2003 - admitted her guilt in court through a plea bargain and was sentenced to two years probation, and 100 hours of community service.