Alec Baldwin in New Mexico court one day before trial over deadly Rust set shooting is ready to begin
6 months ago

Alec Baldwin in New Mexico court one day before trial over deadly Rust set shooting is ready to begin

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Alec Baldwin sat stoney-faced in court on Monday as he prepares to face trial over the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the Rust movie. open image in gallery Alec Baldwin sits in court for a pre-trial hearing on Monday ahead of jury selection in his involuntary manslaughter case in New Mexico Baldwin has pleaded not guilty and claims the gun fired accidentally after he followed instructions to point it toward Hutchins, who was behind the camera. On Monday, Judge Mary Marlowe Somner ruled that Baldwin’s role as a producer of the Western was not relevant to the trial, a major set back for prosecutors, who had planned to argue that through that role he bore a special responsibility — well beyond that of the actor holding the gun — for the dangerous environment that led to the fatal shooting. “I’m denying evidence of his status as a producer.” open image in gallery Alec Baldwin wipes his eyes during a pretrial hearing Monday, ahead of the start if his involuntary manslaughter trial, beginning on July 9 Special prosecutor Erlinda Johnson argued unsuccessfully to allow evidence that Baldwin’s “role as a producer made him keenly aware of his responsibilities on set” for safety.

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Alec Baldwin to face civil lawsuit from Halyna Hutchins' family after end of Rust shooting case
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2 weeks, 1 day ago
Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ manslaughter case closed as prosecutor withdraws appeal
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Alec Baldwin officially cleared in ‘Rust’ shooting case
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2 weeks, 2 days ago
Prosecutors withdraw appeal of dismissed case against Alec Baldwin in fatal movie set shooting
2 weeks, 2 days ago
‘Rust’ criminal case against Alec Baldwin officially ends as prosecutor withdraws appeal
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Alec Baldwin claims America ‘wanted him dead’ after Rust shooting
3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin claims America ‘wanted him dead’ after Rust shooting
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3 weeks ago
Rust, starring Alec Baldwin, premieres three years after fatal on-set shooting of Halyna Hutchins
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin film ‘Rust’ has world premiere with dedication to cinematographer killed on set
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin’s Rust premiere crashes festival website due to overwhelming demand for tickets
1 month, 2 weeks ago
"Alec Baldwin continues to increase my pain": Halyna Hutchins’ mom boycotts "Rust" premiere
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Judge Upholds Dismissal Of Criminal Charge Against Alec Baldwin In 'Rust' Shooting
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin's brother Billy defends Rust premiere - three years after Halyna Hutchins was killed during on-set shooting
3 months ago
Rust armorer denied new trial after Alec Baldwin’s case was dismissed
3 months, 1 week ago
Movie armorer’s conviction upheld in fatal ‘Rust’ set shooting by Alec Baldwin
3 months, 1 week ago
Alec Baldwin urges judge to stand by dismissal of involuntary manslaughter case in ‘Rust’ shooting
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin urges judge to stand by dismissal of involuntary manslaughter case in 'Rust' shooting
3 months, 2 weeks ago
‘Rust’ shooting prosecutor asks judge to reopen Alec Baldwin manslaughter case
4 months ago
New Mexico judge to weigh whether ‘Rust’ armorer Hannah Gutierrez should be freed
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Rust director Joel Souza breaks silence about being shot by Alec Baldwin on set: ‘It was bizarre’
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Amid Baldwin furor, ‘Rust’ armorer Hannah Gutierrez wants her case dismissed too
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Halyna Hutchins’ widower promises to bring Alec Baldwin back to court after ‘Rust’ shooting trial thrown out
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin issues first statement after Rust case dismissal: Appreciate kindness towards my family
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin’s criminal case was about ammunition at its shocking beginning and its sudden end
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Prosecutor who quit Rust trial calls out Alec Baldwin's ‘horseplay’ and ‘reckless’ behaviour on set
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin flashes winning smile with brother Stephen and sister Beth outside restaurant after judge dismisses charge in Rust shooting
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Watch Alec Baldwin break down in court after vindication in the manslaughter case, trial ends
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What’s next for Alec Baldwin after involuntary manslaughter case dismissal
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What’s next for Alec Baldwin after involuntary manslaughter case dismissal
5 months, 3 weeks ago
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5 months, 3 weeks ago
Lawyers for ‘Rust’ armourer move to get case dismissed after Baldwin trial collapses
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin's trial ends as judge dismisses Rust charges against him
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin breaks down in tears as his Rust shooting case is sensationally DISMISSED - as Halyna Hutchins' widower speaks out over ruling
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin and wife Hilaria look tense as they take turns carrying daughter Ilaria, one, in Santa Fe... after 2nd day of actor's manslaughter trial
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin's family reality show move is a ‘terrible PR blunder’ amid ‘Rust’ shooting trial, industry expert says
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin weeps in court as judge announces involuntary manslaughter case is dismissed midtrial
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Judge dismisses Alec Baldwin involuntary manslaughter case for ‘Rust’ shooting
5 months, 4 weeks ago
In a stunning turn, judge throws out case against Alec Baldwin
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Judge dismisses actor Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin trial evidence reveals the actor told his family to come to New Mexico to have a 'good time' just hours after the Rust crew member's death
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin’s lawyer grills crime scene tech over search for live ammo at his shooting trial
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Hand over his mouth, Baldwin watched the video of himself with the gun... JAN MOIR is in court as the Hollywood actor's trial over fatal shooting gets under way
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Testimony continues Friday in Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' trial
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin cuts asking price of Hamptons home by $10m as Rust trial begins
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter trial starts with witnesses recalling chaotic set shooting
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin Trial Over ‘Rust’ Movie Shooting Begins
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Baggy-eyed Alec Baldwin, 66, is branded 'sick' outside of court as opening statements take place in trial over fatal shooting of Rust cinematographer that could see him land behind bars for 18 months
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Alec Baldwin joins smiling Hilaria and adorable baby in PJs for evening stroll to family dinner after jury selection in manslaughter trial for fatal Rust shooting
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