Baldwin Duo’s Pinocchio Skit Mocks Puppet Claims
Here we have Alec and Hilaria Baldwin staging a makeshift marionette saga that’s equal parts heartfelt nod and cheeky clapback. In a June 17 Instagram drop (via People), Hilaria debuted a Father’s Day video featuring Alec attached to marionette strings, dutifully playing Pinocchio while his wife controlled every “move.” Because nothing says marital equality like a grown man pretending to be a wooden puppet. Critics have long whispered that Alec is merely along for Hilaria’s ride, so the couple leaned into the rumor mill with deadpan flair.
Hilaria, wearing a neutral-tone sweater, gripped the puppet crossbar as Alec adopted a stiff, wooden stance, mouth arching into exaggerated surprise. The skit opens with Alec intoning, “I must obey my mother’s commands,” a sly nod to those who claim he lives by his wife’s whim. It’s almost sweet, if you ignore the existential dread of being manipulated by miniature wooden sticks. By roasting the narrative yourself, you own the storyline—and perhaps that’s the point.
Rolling credits, as the Baldwins layered the clip with a Father’s Day shout-out reading, “To the man who really holds it all together…or at least holds onto a few strings.” But let’s be honest, it’s easier to hold strings than shoulder Hollywood scrutiny. The couple scored extra irony points by timing the video on social media the day after a tabloid piece insisted Hilaria was the “real boss.” Spoiler alert: they both look pretty happy giving each other grief.
This isn’t the first time Alec’s sense of humor has clashed with public opinion. Earlier this spring, he used a late-night monologue to quip about fame’s fickle nature—receiving nods from The Hollywood Reporter and Variety for his self-aware jabs. Meanwhile, Hilaria’s Instagram reaches millions, so their synchronized skit was guaranteed front-row seats on anyone’s feed. They’ve effectively weaponized comedy against criticism, proving that if you can’t beat the rumor mill, you might as well star in it.
If nothing else, Baldwin’s Pinocchio parody is a master class in turning gossip into performance art. Sure, some might call it overkill; others will hail it as genius PR. Either way, the internet’s popcorn reserves are safe for now. Tune in next time for more bad decisions and questionable life choices.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Dotdash Meredith
Attribution: Creative Commons Licensed
