Hilaria Baldwin Opens Up About Family’s Emotional Toll from “Rust” Shooting
Hilaria Baldwin recently got candid about the challenges her family faces following the tragic “Rust” shooting incident that took Halyna Hutchins’ life. As Alec Baldwin’s trial loomed, Hilaria expressed her heartfelt concern for their seven children and the emotional weight they might carry due to the ongoing legal turbulence. “We’re blessed to have them, and they give us joy,” she said during the premiere episode of TLC’s “The Baldwins.” However, she fears her children could feel the burden of these intense family struggles: “It’s extraordinarily difficult when you feel so horrible inside and so scared and confused.”
For those unacquainted with the backstory, Baldwin faced charges of involuntary manslaughter after an accidental discharge of a prop gun on the set of “Rust” in 2021 claimed the life of the cinematographer and injured director Joel Souza. Baldwin, who maintained he never pulled the trigger and couldn’t have anticipated live ammunition being present, found himself in an intricate legal pickle that could have resulted in serious prison time. Fortunately for him, his case was dismissed in July after his legal team successfully argued that pertinent evidence was withheld by prosecutors—a surprising victory in a case fraught with emotion and tragedy.
The mom of four boys and three girls feels the heavy vibes of this ongoing situation every day, stating, “Life will forever be different.” Hilaria’s poignant reflections touch on a universal truth—every family endures hardship; the key is how they weather those storms. She’s determined to create a sense of joy for her kids while they navigate an undeniably tough chapter. “We’re trying to create happy for them, even if we’re masking stuff for ourselves,” she shared.
With their busy family life and Alec sometimes joking that fatherhood can be a competition with Hilaria for their kids’ affection, it’s no wonder Hilaria’s candid moments about their challenges resonate with many. As the couple balances parenting with ongoing emotional turmoil, they lean on community support to keep spirits high. Fans can catch more of their journey on “The Baldwins,” launching on February 23 at 10 p.m. ET on TLC, offering a mix of real-life drama and behind-the-scenes peeks of their lives.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, TLC, Variety
