Alec Baldwin To Have Reality Show Before Trial
In a move that has left many questioning his judgment, disgraced actor Alec Baldwin has announced a new reality show starring himself and his family. This surprising development comes just weeks before his involuntary manslaughter trial is set to begin.
Baldwin made the announcement through a video on his Instagram, inviting viewers into his home to experience the "ups and downs; the good, the bad, the wild, and the crazy." He declared, “Home is the place we love to be most,” ending with, “We are the Baldwins, and we’re going to TLC! God help you all.”
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The show, as described by TLC, will provide a glimpse into the lives of Alec and Hilaria Baldwin, along with their seven children. The official synopsis, reported by Variety, states, “Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have been making headlines since they were married nearly 12 years ago.” It promises to share the “nonstop love, laughter and drama” of their family life.
Despite the buzz surrounding the show, no official release date has been set. The announcement video suggests it might air in 2025, contingent on the outcome of Baldwin’s legal troubles. His trial for the involuntary manslaughter of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins is slated to begin on July 10th. If convicted, Baldwin could face up to 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine.
The timing of this announcement has not gone unnoticed by social media users, many of whom were quick to mock Baldwin’s decision. Piers Morgan, a vocal critic, did not hold back in pointing out the actor’s perceived lack of sensitivity. User @Brettdasovic quipped, “Alec is gonna shoot his shot at reality tv,” while another user remarked, “Kill a woman, get your own reality show! Gross.”
Adding to Baldwin’s legal woes, New Mexico District Court Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer recently denied his motion to dismiss the involuntary manslaughter charge. Baldwin had claimed that prosecutors acted in "bad faith," but Judge Sommer ruled that New Mexico law does not require prosecutors to present exculpatory evidence to a grand jury.
This ruling came just a few weeks after Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in prison.
As Baldwin prepares for his upcoming trial, the announcement of his reality show adds another layer of controversy to an already turbulent situation. The show's future remains uncertain, hinging on the outcome of Baldwin's legal battle and the public's reception to his return to the spotlight amidst such serious allegations.