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Alec Baldwin to Testify in Halyna Hutchins Lawsuit

3/5/2025

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Alec Baldwin is set to testify on May 9 about the tragic 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during the filming of "Rust." As Hutchins' family pursues a negligence lawsuit against Baldwin and the producers, the actor faces civil lawsuits despite having criminal charges dropped. His reality show has sparked backlash for seemingly overshadowing the family's sorrow.

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Alec Baldwin is set to testify on May 9 about the tragic 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during the filming of "Rust." As Hutchins' family pursues a negligence lawsuit against Baldwin and the producers, the actor faces civil lawsuits despite having criminal charges dropped. His reality show has sparked backlash for seemingly overshadowing the family's sorrow.