HOLLYWOOD superstar 'The Hoff' has sent a special message of support to staff at Airedale Hospital.

In the recording, David Hasselhoff praises employees at the Steeton hospital – and Airedale NHS Foundation Trust subsidiary AGH Solutions – for making a difference in people's lives.

The Knight Rider star sent the message after AGH Solutions team member Marina Fawcett, who with husband Steve know him well through conventions, mentioned how it had been a difficult couple of years for the NHS.

Hospital chief executive, Brendan Brown, said: "I am extremely grateful that David has done this for us.

"It’s been a great boost to our colleagues, who continue to go above and beyond and are facing a challenging winter."

The message can be viewed at youtu.be/qfdmct0kmYU.