Brandy Ledford, known for playing lifeguard Dawn Masterton in ‘Baywatch: Hawaii’, has described reaching a point where she “wanted to truly check out” before entering rehabilitation. She says treatment saved her life, and her account highlights the severity of addiction and the potential importance of seeking professional support.

Ledford is now a wellness advocate and content creator with Passes, and has spoken about faith, community and sharing her experience as central to her recovery. She credits trusting God and connecting with her “sober sisters” with helping to transform her life after rehab.