Celebrities react to the tragedy on the set of Alec Baldwin's film
Alec Baldwin was immersed in his new project at Bonanza Creek Ranch. Rust, a western film that he produces himself and of which he is also the protagonist, ended in tragedy this Thursday, when Baldwin fired a prop gun that caused the death of Halyna Hutchins , 42, head of photography; and seriously injured Joel Souza , 48, who was the director of the film.
The incident shocked Hollywood in general, with many filmmakers and actors sharing their reactions.
“I was very lucky to have @halynahutchins as my cinematographer on Archenemy. She was an absolutely amazing talent and a great person,” Joe Manganiello wrote.
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Baldwin posted his statement on Twitter, sharing how distraught he felt over the tragic accident. "There are no words to express my shock and sadness at the tragic accident that took the life of Halyna Hutchins, wife, mother, and colleague of ours who we deeply admire," he wrote. "I am fully cooperating with the police investigation to address how this tragedy occurred and I am in contact with her husband, offering my support to him and his family."
The issue has shocked the film community, with actors, directors, writers and cinematographers sharing their outrage over the incident and speaking out about the dangers of film sets.
Debra Messin
In response to a criminal investigation, the actress wrote: “Absolutely not. The prop is something that was given to him. He used it in the scene. Then a catastrophic event happened in which Halyna Hutchins lost her life and Jose Souza was injured. I pray for the family of both.
Elijah Wood
Absolutely horrible and devastating news about the cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. My heart goes out to her family.
Patricia Arquette
My heart goes out to the family of Halyna Hutchins. What a moving loss. I send prayers to Joel Souza. I'm sure everyone is devastated. Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun that killed the cinematographer and injured the director.
Dara Renik
I was on the set of Shooter when a cameraman was hit in the forehead and there was blood everywhere. I was on a set where people could easily have been run over by a train. Shooting movies is very dangerous. And we need to be more careful about it. RIP Haluna Hutchins.
Anthony Atamanuik
RIP Halyna, and like Paul said, this shouldn't have happened on any set. I have worked with pistols that have been checked up to three or four times. I can't imagine what Alec is going through. It is unthinkable that something like this could have happened.
The Rust film set has been closed and production halted indefinitely. “The entire cast and crew have been absolutely devastated by today's tragedy, and we send our deepest condolences to Halyna's family and loved ones. We have halted production of the film for an undetermined period and are fully cooperating with the Santa Fe Police Department's investigation. We will provide advisory services to everyone connected to the film as we work to prosecute this horrific event." production in a statement released Thursday.
Alec Baldwin breaks the silence after the tragic accident on the film set
