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Mother of cinematographer killed on Baldwin's 'Rust' boycotts premiere

The mother of the late Halyna Hutchins accuses Alec Baldwin of seeking to "unjustly profit" from her daughter’s death, while refusing to take responsibility or apologise.

20/11/2024

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Prosecutor opposes 'Rust' armorer's request for release

Lawyers for former armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed have argued her case should be reconsidered because prosecutors failed to share evidence that might have been exculpatory. A special prosecutor has opposed the request that she be released from prison.

30/07/2024

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'Rust' armorer seeks dismissal of conviction in Alec Baldwin shooting

A movie armorer has asked a judge to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter conviction or convene a new trial in the death of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin, alleging suppression of evidence and misconduct by the prosecution.

17/07/2024

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Alec Baldwin's manslaughter case dismissed by New Mexico judge

The defence argued that prosecutors hid evidence from them about ammunition that may be related to the shooting on the film set and said they should have had the ability to determine its importance.

13/07/2024

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Alec Baldwin: New family reality series amid 'Rust' controversy

Baldwin and his family are set to star in a reality series, amid controversy surrounding the tragic shooting incident on the set of "Rust".

05/06/2024

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'Rust' armorer to fight conviction in Baldwin shooting case

Alec Baldwin, who was holding the gun, maintains his innocence, while the weapons armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, faces an 18-month prison sentence.

15/05/2024

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'Rust' armourer gets 18 month sentence for fatal on-set shooting

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the weapons handler on the set of the Western film "Rust," was sentenced to 18 months in prison over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was fatally shot by Alec Baldwin.

16/04/2024

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Prosecutors say Alec Baldwin 'compromised safety' on 'Rust' set

Prosecutors intend to argue that Baldwin’s behaviour played a role in “safety comprises” that led to a fatal shooting on the ‘Rust’ film set in 2021.

09/04/2024

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'Rust' armourer found guilty over fatal on set shooting

'Rust' weapons supervisor Hannah Gutierrez-Reed has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter in fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins by Alec Baldwin on the movie set.

07/03/2024

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Armourer goes on trial for Rust set shooting accident

The trial related to the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin on the set of Rust begins today.

22/02/2024

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Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to new involuntary manslaughter charge

Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin faces up to 18 months in prison if convicted. He remains free pending trial under conditions that include not possessing firearms, consuming alcohol or leaving the country.

01/02/2024

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Alec Baldwin charged with involuntary manslaughter

A grand jury in New Mexico has charged the actor for involuntary manslaughter related to the shooting on the 'Rust' film set that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

20/01/2024

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Prosecutors seeking to recharge Alec Baldwin in fatal on set shooting

Actor Alec Baldwin was pointing a gun at cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film 'Rust'. It went off, killing her. The actor has always maintained his innocence, saying he never pulled the trigger. He could be charged again with voluntary manslaughter.

18/10/2023

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Alec Baldwin: New report casts doubt over actor's shooting account

New report casts doubt over actor's account of fatal 'Rust' shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

16/08/2023

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Alec Baldwin case: Weapons expert accused of being "hungover" on set

They levelled the accusations on Friday in response to a motion filed last month by Hannah Gutierrez-Reed’s attorneys that seeks to dismiss her involuntary manslaughter charge.

14/06/2023

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Halyna Hutchins' family still suing Alec Baldwin over her on-set death

Halyna Hutchins' family in Ukraine still plans to sue the Hollywood actor despite criminal charges being dropped over the cinematographer's death.

24/04/2023

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Manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin dropped

Prosecutors alluded to new revelations in the investigation and cautioned that Baldwin has not been absolved.

21/04/2023

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18 months after fatal shooting, Alec Baldwin to resume filming 'Rust'

Baldwin will continue his involvement as an actor and co-producer, with director Joel Souza also returning to the production.

20/04/2023

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Judge seals Alec Baldwin settlement terms in fatal shooting

The judge hearing the wrongful death lawsuit against actor Alec Baldwin has agreed to seal from public view the terms of a proposed settlement agreement and approval hearings that benefit the son of slain cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

18/04/2023

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Baldwin film 'Rust' will resume production despite lawsuits

The Hollywood Western suspended production in 2021 after its cinematographer was killed when a prop gun held by Alec Baldwin went off unexpectedly.

15/02/2023