Hilaria Baldwin Sparks Outrage with Shushing Behavior During Red Carpet Interview
On March 11, 2025, at the reopening of Planet Hollywood in New York City, Hilaria Baldwin faced significant criticism online after an awkward red carpet interaction with her husband, Alec Baldwin. The couple was there to promote their family reality show, The Baldwins, which has recently captured media attention due to their public dynamics.
A Tense Exchange Caught on Camera
During an interview with ExtraTV regarding the potential for a second season of their TLC reality show, 66-year-old Alec attempted to interject while Hilaria spoke. His enthusiastic comment was met with an irritated response from her:
“It’s gonna be great. You’re a winner.”
“Oh, my God. When I’m talking, you’re not talking. No. When I’m talking, you’re not talking.”Hilaria quickly followed up with a wry remark about needing to “cut him out of the show.”
The Situation Escalates
As Alec tried to ease the tension by complimenting Hilaria’s appearance, she rebuffed him again:
“Oh, my God, stop. You’re annoying me. Stop. It’s not cute. No, it’s distracting me.”
This incident escalated to the point where Hilaria threatened to exit the interview, causing significant discomfort for viewers.
Viral Backlash and Public Perception
The exchange quickly went viral, prompting widespread discussions on social media. Many observers condemned Hilaria’s behavior, characterizing it as publicly humiliating for Alec. Reactions varied, with one X user stating:
“This is classic narcissistic control — public humiliation, dominance, & ensuring the spotlight is ONLY on her. He looks completely defeated.”
Others expressed empathy for Alec, considering his past difficulties, including the tragic incident on a film set involving a firearm:
“Not a fan either, but as a human, I feel bad for Alec having accidentally shot the film director. He didn’t mean for that to happen and probably carries it with him every day.”
Calls for Boycotts and Critique of Both Parties
As the backlash continued, some social media users called for boycotts of their reality show, while others argued that both Hilaria and Alec exhibited narcissistic traits:
“They have a new show, I boycott that channel now until that show is over. Never gonna watch these people.”
“They both are narcissists, so they give and take on the abuse.”
Alec Baldwin Reflects on Reality TV Challenges
In a related discussion about their reality series, The Baldwins, Alec revealed the challenges that come with presenting their lives on unscripted television:
“If you showed the way our life really is, you’d get it after like an hour. It’s the same thing a lot. I mean, not just with the two of us and our life, but with the kids. We like routine; it’s good for the kids to have a routine.”
The first season, which began airing on February 23, 2025, includes eight total episodes, with the finale scheduled for April 13, 2025. Although a second season hasn’t been officially confirmed, Alec hinted that their children are in the process of renegotiating contracts, indicating a desire to continue their reality television journey.
Hilaria and Alec Baldwin, who have been married since 2012 and are parents to seven children, remain a prominent topic of discussion in entertainment news, particularly in light of their recent public interactions.