Searxng/James Pergola Celebrity Remembering James Pergola, the cinematographer who captured the iconic look of Baywatch for 145 episodes. He was 93. April 1, 2026 AceShowbiz - James Pergola, the accomplished cinematographer and producer known for his extensive work on the iconic TV series Baywatch, passed away at the age of 93. Pergola died of natural causes on February 23 in hospice care in Naples, Florida, according to his wife of 63 years, Virginia Pergola, who shared the news with The Hollywood Reporter.