Alec Baldwin and brother Stephen involved in car accident in the Hamptons – details emerging
Alec Baldwin, aged 67, and his brother Stephen Baldwin, aged 59, experienced a car collision in East Hampton, New York, on Monday, October 13. The incident occurred while the 30 Rock actor was behind the wheel amidst a nor’easter that brought strong winds and flooding to the New York City region. The brothers were in East Hampton to attend the Hamptons International Film Festival and were traveling in a white Range Rover SUV at the time of the crash. Following the accident, Alec took to Instagram to update his 2.5 million followers, assuring them of his well-being. “I was in a car accident this morning,” he shared from the comfort of his home, “I’m fine. My brother Stephen was visiting me on Long Island.” Alec went on to provide more insight into the collision, mentioning, “A guy cut me off in a truck…a big garbage truck. And to avoid hitting him, I hit a tree. I hit a big, fat tree. And I crushed my wife’s car. I feel bad about that.”
On his Instagram post, fans and acquaintances expressed their relief and best wishes for the Baldwin brothers’ safety. Hilaria Baldwin’s Dancing with the Stars partner, Gleb Savchenko, responded with emojis, while cookbook author Debbie Matenopoulos sent her love and well wishes to the duo.Regarding the accident, Alec concluded his video by expressing gratitude for the safety of himself and his brother while acknowledging the damage to his wife’s car. He also shared a heartfelt message to his wife Hilaria, expressing his love and pride for her, especially in light of her recent participation in season 34 of DWTS where she was eliminated in the fourth week. Alec’s role in the Hamptons International Film Festival as a co-chair on the Board Executive Committee highlights his continued involvement in the industry. The festival, which took place from October 5 to October 13, showcased films like “After the Hunt” featuring Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield, as well as “Bugonia” starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Founded in 1992, the Hamptons International Film Festival has benefited from Alec’s contributions since 2005.As for Stephen Baldwin, he is not only Alec’s brother but also an accomplished actor known for his roles in films like “Born on the Fourth of July,” “8 Seconds,” and “The Usual Suspects.” Stephen, who wed Kennya Deodato in 1990, shares two daughters, Alaia Baldwin, 32, and Hailey Bieber, 28, with his wife. Hailey, a prominent model married to singer Justin Bieber, became a mother to Jack Blues, one. The close-knit Baldwin family, consisting of Alec, Stephen, Daniel, William, Elizabeth, and Jane, originated from Long Island and shares strong bonds across generations. Additionally, Stephen’s eldest daughter, Alaia, is a mother to Iris, further expanding the family circle. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Stephen expressed his enthusiasm for his grandson, Jack Blues, emphasizing his belief that the child will inherit creativity and charm from his parents and grandparents. The familial connection among the Baldwins underscores their support system and their shared experiences.