Baywatch honors 16-year-old lifeguard with heartwarming gift after he risked his life to save drowning boy

A California rookie lifeguard, who risked his life to save a 10-year-old drowning boy, received a special gift from the “Baywatch” TV show for his incredible bravery.Ryder Williams became an overnight hero after pulling Nathaniel Rai from the pounding surf at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz on July 25 — a dramatic rescue that later earned praise from President Trump, who announced the teen will receive a high civilian honor.The young lifeguard’s daring ocean rescue not only captured the attention of the president but Hollywood too.Willams and his parents were invited on the set of the upcoming Fox TV series on the last day of production on Thursday to receive a heartwarming gift.A video shared on the show’s Instagram, showed actor Stephen Amell praising Ryder for being “extraordinarily brave.” California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.

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Never miss a story He then hands Williams one of his very own red “Baywatch” crew jackets, famously worn by the lifeguards on the show.Amell also told the young hero he’s welcome to come and visit the set anytime to “show them how things are done.”California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, XCalifornia Post Opinion California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!California Post App: Download here!Home delivery: Sign up here!Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!When Amell handed over the jacket the whole room erupted in cheers and applause for Williams.“A hero’s reception! To lifeguard Ryder Williams, thanks for reminding us what the red suit really stands for,” the caption read.“’Baywatch’ is all about the bravery and selflessness Ryder brought to the beach in Santa Cruz,” executive producer/showrunner Matt Nix tol...