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- Alec Baldwin, Wife Hilaria ‘Did Not Celebrate’ Court Ruling: ‘They Know More Lies Ahead’ (usmagazine.com)
Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria experienced a mix of relief and sadness following the dismissal of his involuntary manslaughter charges, yet they remain mindful of the challenges ahead. According to a source speaking to Us Weekly, the couple opted against celebration, treating the outcome as a somber family moment rather than a victory.
The decision came from a New Mexico judge on Friday, July 12, who dismissed the charges related to the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the Rust movie set. Baldwin, supported in court by Hilaria and his brother Stephen Baldwin, expressed their relief without festivities.
Soon after the ruling, the Baldwins, along with their baby and daughter Carmen, swiftly left New Mexico for their home in New living in New York, taking comfort in being together with their children.
Despite the dismissal, the case continues to have legal ramifications. Attorney Gloria Allred, representing Hutchins’ family, stated that the dismissal does not exonerate Baldwin and indicated ongoing legal actions in civil court on behalf of Hutchins’ family, who reside in Ukraine.
During the Rust film production in October 2021, Baldwin had fired a prop gun that unexpectedly contained a live round, resulting in Hutchins’ death and injuring director Joel Souza.
Judge Mary Morlowe Sommer of the First Judicial District ordered the dismissal with prejudice, citing misconduct by prosecutors who withheld evidence, asserting that dismissal was the only appropriate remedy.
Following the dismissal, Baldwin shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram, extending gratitude to those who supported him during this challenging time.
Additionally, Matthew Hutchins, Halyna Hutchins’ widower, through his attorney Brian J. Panish, expressed his intentions to continue pursuing accountability in civil court.
In related developments, Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed faced similar charges and was sentenced to 18 months in prison earlier in April.