Donna D’Errico’s Mythbound Investigates Legends & Mysteries – Now on YouTube
Donna D’Errico, best known for her role as Summer Quinn on the iconic television series Baywatch, is embarking on a modern adventure – as the host and executive producer of Mythbound, a mystery travel series now streaming on YouTube. The show follows D’Errico as she investigates well-known myths, legends, and mysteries around the globe, immersing herself in each investigation.
The series launch marks a significant shift for D’Errico, who has spent three decades in the entertainment industry. As she explained in a statement, Mythbound offers a departure from traditional, structured storytelling. “After 30 years in this industry, I’ve spent most of my career working in a world that’s built for you, where everything is structured, controlled, and designed to tell a story,” D’Errico said. “With Mythbound, I get to step into something completely different. It’s taking me to real places, following questions that have been around for centuries, and experiencing them firsthand instead of just hearing about them. There’s something about standing in those places and talking to people who truly believe in what they’ve seen that changes your perspective. The more I experience, the more I realize how much we still don’t know. And that’s what makes this so compelling to me. It feels like I’m just beginning to scratch the surface of something much bigger.”
Sasquatch and Beyond: Season One’s Itinerary
The first season of Mythbound kicks off with a search for Sasquatch in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, alongside investigator Kenny Collins. This initial foray into the world of cryptozoology is already generating buzz, as evidenced by a recent episode preview available on YouTube, focusing specifically on the Colorado Sasquatch legend. Watch the episode here. But the mysteries don’t stop there. Upcoming episodes will take D’Errico to Lake Champlain to investigate the legendary lake monster “Champ” with researcher Katy Elizabeth, and to Area 51 and the Roswell UFO ‘crash site’ – locations steeped in decades of speculation and intrigue.
The series similarly plans to explore more terrestrial mysteries, including the reportedly haunted Stanley Hotel in Colorado, the search for a lost mine in California’s Gold Country, and the enigmatic Miraculous Staircase at Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The scope of Mythbound extends beyond the United States, with future international episodes already in the planning stages.
Global Mysteries on the Horizon
D’Errico’s travels will eventually lead her to Peru, where she’ll investigate alleged mummified extraterrestrial remains and the Nazca Lines. An expedition to the Congo is planned, in pursuit of a creature often described as a living dinosaur, and explorations tied to Mount Ararat and the search for Noah’s Ark, as well as sites associated with the Ark of the Covenant, are also on the agenda. These ambitious plans suggest a long-term vision for the series, one that aims to cover a wide range of unexplained phenomena across the globe.
A New Chapter for a ‘Baywatch’ Star
D’Errico’s career began with her breakout role on Baywatch, where she appeared as Summer Quinn from 1992 to 1994. She continued to work in film and television, with credits including Candyman Day of the Dead, Kiss the Bride, Frank and Penelope, and Survive the Game. Deadline notes that D’Errico’s transition to executive producer and host of Mythbound represents a significant creative shift for the actress.
The series director, Ryan Walker, emphasized D’Errico’s genuine enthusiasm for the subject matter. “Donna is the perfect person to bring Mythbound to life. She genuinely loves these stories, and that comes through in every episode. There really hasn’t been anything like this on YouTube, and I can’t wait for audiences to experience the legends we uncover each week,” Walker stated.
YouTube and the Rise of Mystery Travel
The choice of YouTube as the platform for Mythbound is noteworthy. The platform has grow an increasingly popular destination for independent content creators and niche programming. The success of other mystery and travel-focused channels demonstrates a growing audience appetite for this type of content. The weekly release schedule is designed to build anticipation and encourage viewer engagement, a common strategy for YouTube series.
D’Errico shared her excitement about the launch on her official Facebook page, writing, “I’m so excited to finally launch my new show, MYTHBOUND. In this series, I travel to real places tied to famous legends and unexplained mysteries to see what’s actually there, talking to locals and…”
What’s Next for ‘Mythbound’?
Episodes of Mythbound will continue to release weekly on YouTube. The series is represented by Advanced Management and Smith Young Talent Agency, suggesting ongoing development and potential expansion. The success of the initial episodes will likely determine the scope and direction of future seasons, including the feasibility of the ambitious international investigations already planned. Fans can expect a continued exploration of the unexplained, guided by D’Errico’s curiosity and a commitment to firsthand investigation.