Sophia Michaels
The “Rust” trial has raised questions not only about Alec Baldwin’s guilt but also about the relationship between Stephen Baldwin and Hilaria Baldwin. Observers are skeptical of the closeness they display in court.
The trial stems from a tragic incident in October 2021 on the set of “Rust” where Alec Baldwin’s prop gun discharged, resulting in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuries to director Joel Souza. As the trial unfolds, with Alec’s courtroom appearances attracting attention, his family, including his wife and brother Stephen, have shown support.
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Hilaria and Stephen have been seen sitting together behind Alec, projecting a united front. They have attentively followed the proceedings, with Stephen even whispering to Hilaria during the trial. However, their sudden closeness appears unusual as they didn’t seem particularly close before. While Hilaria’s social media is filled with family photos, there are notably few featuring Stephen. Their newfound camaraderie in supporting Alec in court has raised eyebrows.
Hilaria Baldwin’s Vocal Stance on Rust Incident Contrasted to Stephen Baldwin
Hilaria Baldwin and Stephen Baldwin have both shown support for Alec Baldwin during the “Rust” trial, but Hilaria has been more outspoken about the tragic incident involving Halyna Hutchins compared to Stephen.
Following the incident, both Hilaria and Stephen addressed it on social media. Hilaria, in an Instagram post, expressed her sympathy for those affected, including Halyna, her family, and Alec. In contrast, Stephen’s message was more reserved, simply requesting prayers for everyone involved. While Stephen has remained tight-lipped about the tragedy, Hilaria has been forthcoming about the challenges her family has faced.
In a December 2022 interview with Extra, Hilaria opened up about the ongoing impact of the incident on her and Alec, emphasizing that they are struggling and that it has been an unimaginable tragedy. Despite the difficulties, they are navigating the situation together.
