Kelly Slater was born in Cocoa Beach, Florida and now lives in Los Angeles, California. He is best known for his radical surfing moves and for his role in Baywatch. Slater is sponsored by Quiksilver, one of the premier surf companies and clothing manufacturers in the world. In April 2000, together with Quicksilver, he opened the Kelly Slater Boardrider's Club, a clothing and surf shop in Los Angeles. He is also currently pursuing an acting caraer. When time permits, he plays with his band, The Surfers.