Alec Baldwin on the Tragic Rust Set Incident
Quick recap: Alec Baldwin, the 30 Rock legend, faced the aftermath of a deadly mishap on his indie Western “Rust”. A real bullet, mistakenly believed to be safe, took the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and left director Joel Souza injured.
The Actor’s Voice – Straight from the Field
- “I’m not allowed to comment because it’s still under investigation,” Baldwin said, caught off‑guard by journalists while wandering a Vermont road.
- “We’re eagerly waiting for the sheriff’s report,” he added, hinting at the mystery of how live ammo appeared onsite.
- “One in a trillion episode,” he sighed, trying to paint the rarity of the event while sharing a sob heavy moment with Hutchins’ family.
A Personal Touch
Baldwin referred to Hutchins as a friend, describing her family’s grief as “overwhelmed.” He expressed genuine sorrow and told reporters he wished they’d stop hounding him and his six‑child clan.
The Industry’s Call for Safer Weapons
After the tragedy, Hollywood has pushed to ban real firearms on sets. Baldwin, not an expert but a behind‑the‑mirror advocate, voiced support:
“I’m keen on initiatives that restrict firearms usage on film sets. Whatever strategy ensures safety, I’m fully in, ready to help out.”
Bottom line: No charges have been filed yet. The Santa Fe Sheriff’s Department expects a lengthy investigation, and the industry is adjusting rules to prevent a repeat of such a rare, yet devastating, incident.
