Hilaria Baldwin Defends Alec Amid Curbside Confrontation with Comedian

Alec Baldwin’s wife, Hilaria, stepped in to protect her husband this past Sunday following an alarming encounter involving the Emmy Award-winning actor and a comedian. Their altercation escalated when Baldwin threatened to harm the comedian during a confrontation outside their home in Manhattan.

Jason Scoop, the comedian in question, relayed to Fox News Digital that he was taken aback by the threat against his life. He had approached Baldwin, who was in the process of unloading luggage from a vehicle, but had not anticipated the seriousness of the situation.

Scoop described the moment, saying, “Truthfully, if I’m being honest… no, I didn’t think he would threaten to murder me by snapping my neck in half. That was my favorite part. The ‘in half.’ Oh, snap your neck in half.”

During the heated exchange, Baldwin confronted Scoop, who was impersonating Donald Trump. This vocal back-and-forth turned tense, with Baldwin accusing Scoop of invading his privacy.

“Now you realize, by the way, no, no, look at me. What, you got a camera on me?” Baldwin questioned Scoop, referring to a green light beaming from his finger that indicated recording. He went on to issue a stark warning: “If this camera wasn’t here, I’d snap your f—–g neck in half and break your f—–g neck right now. You know that, don’t you?”

Amid the conflict, Baldwin added, “I’ll take that camera, and I’ll shove it up your a–.” This further escalated the chaotic scene in which Scoop found himself.

Scoop’s Perception of the Encounter

After the confrontation, Scoop recounted his sense of danger. He reflected, “He was pretty menacing. I didn’t know what he was going to do. So my camera guy and I kind of ran around the block, and we were like, ‘Oh my God, we got the best video ever.’” However, their moment of levity quickly dissolved as events unfolded.

“Then I hear a woman screaming behind me, and I turn around and… I immediately recognized – I’m like, ‘That’s the cucumber chick. That’s the chick who pretended on the ‘Today’ show, chopping cucumbers. ‘How do you say cucumber?’ And I’m like, ‘Oh my goodness, that’s his wife,'” Scoop shared, indicating that Hilaria Baldwin was now part of the scene.

Though he could not recall her exact words, he remembered Hilaria’s frantic demeanor as she approached him. Scoop observed, “It was just manic, wild eyes, manic. And I knew she was going for the phone because it was recorded on my phone. So I just ran off. I just ran off. I’m like, you ain’t getting my phone.”

The Supportive Partner

Hilaria Baldwin is known for her unwavering support of Alec throughout various controversies and challenges. The couple marked their twelve-year wedding anniversary last year, just days before Alec was slated to face trial for involuntary manslaughter in relation to the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film “Rust” in October 2021.

Reflecting on their marriage, Hilaria shared on Instagram, “Happy 12 years of marriage, Alec… not only have there been joyful ups and sad downs that life inevitably brings, but we have also experienced everything from sideways, zigzags, tremendous love and also things that are so painfully and plainly backwards.”

Her sentiments continued, emphasizing the importance of family, gratitude, and support. “We hang on tight… hold on to family and friends to source our comfort and energy. Lean in to gratitude to brighten every day. How lucky am I to have you and our children, Alec.”

Public Scrutiny and Legal Challenges

Hilaria has consistently shown her support during challenging times, especially following Baldwin’s legal troubles. After Baldwin faced two counts of involuntary manslaughter in January 2023, she showcased her solidarity through her choice of attire, wearing hoodies featuring messages of support such as “Empathy” and “Boundaries are hot.” On the day the charges were made public, she donned a brown hoodie with the word “Human” written in gold lettering.

Furthermore, Hilaria attended many key moments during the investigation into the tragic event on the “Rust” set. She offered her support beside Baldwin, even holding up her iPhone as he faced reporters for the first time after the occurrence.

The incident that cast a shadow over Baldwin’s career occurred when the actor discharged a prop gun on the New Mexico set of “Rust,” accidentally killing the cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. The assistant director had reassured Baldwin that the firearm was safe, labeling it a “cold gun.”

Recent Developments

In July, a significant breakthrough for the couple occurred when a Santa Fe judge dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin, citing the prosecution’s concealment of evidence from his legal team as the reason for this ruling.

The couple shares a large family with seven children together, including Carmen Gabriela, Rafael Thomas, Leonardo Ángel Charles, Romeo Alejandro David, Eduardo Pao Lucas, María Lucía Victoria, and Ilaria Catalina Irena. As they navigate the complexities of their public and private lives, their bond remains central to their family’s foundation.

Fox News Digital has reached out for comments from Baldwin’s representative.