Alec Baldwin Reflects on Painful Divorce and Its Impact on His Daughter
Alec Baldwin is opening up about the messy aftermath of his divorce from Kim Basinger, and let’s just say, it’s a real tearjerker. In a recent episode of TLC’s reality show *The Baldwins*, the 66-year-old actor candidly shared how their tumultuous split back in 2002 affected their daughter, Ireland Baldwin, now 29. Baldwin described the experience as “insanity,” recalling a seven-year custody battle that played out under the watchful eyes of the media and left family dynamics in shambles.
He lamented, “One of my most regrettable things about the whole thing was how it affected Ireland.” It’s no secret that divorce can be messy, but Baldwin’s fallout with Basinger was particularly public and, dare we say, cringe-worthy at times. Who could forget that infamous voicemail where Baldwin unleashed a tirade on his daughter, leading to loss of visitation rights? Yeah, that was a doozy.
Fast forward to today, and Baldwin seems to have found his footing in family life with his current wife, Hilaria, whom he wed in 2012. Together, they have a brood of seven kids, which Baldwin has said helps him focus on building a solid relationship with his daughters. He mentioned wanting a close bond with his eldest, Carmen, because it’s like having a daughter all over again.
As for Basinger, she confirmed in a recent *Variety* interview that she and Baldwin have managed to cultivate a cordial relationship, despite not spending holidays together. “We talk,” she said, showing that there’s been some healing since their rocky past. Basinger also acknowledged how heavy-duty their divorce was, particularly for Ireland, who “had to go through that very rough time.”
It seems both Baldwin and Basinger have navigated their co-parenting challenges to create a healthier environment for Ireland, proving that even the messiest splits can lead to growth. *The Baldwins* airs Sundays at 10 p.m. ET on TLC, so if you want more family drama and heartwarming moments, you know where to tune in!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Variety
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