Actor Alec Baldwin has been in the news recently regarding the fatal shooting that occurred on the set of his movie “Rust” in 2021. However, recent developments have shown that charges against him for the shooting have been dropped (Deadline, The New York Times). While this may seem like good news for Baldwin, prosecutors have emphasized that this does not absolve him and he may still face new charges (TODAY, Fox News).
Baldwin took to Instagram to thank his wife and legal team after the charges were dropped (CNN, Fox News). In another Instagram post, he also shared tender photos with his wife Hilaria Baldwin (New York Post). Despite these developments, “Rust” filming is now set to continue, with production moving to Montana (NPR, Click2Houston, AP News).
It’s important to note that while the charges against Baldwin have been dropped, they may still be refiled (ABC News). Special prosecutors have made it clear that they are not absolving him of any responsibility in the shooting that took the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins (USA Today, CBS News). The situation remains ongoing and there may be more updates to come in the near future.
