Alec and Hilaria Baldwin Launch TLC Reality Series Amid Public Scrutiny

The Baldwins, debuting February 23, attempts to humanize the couple while addressing fallout from the Rust tragedy and their unconventional family life.

The Baldwins is a new TLC reality show featuring Alec Baldwin, Hilaria Baldwin, and their seven children, premiering February 23 at 10 p.m. ET.
The show aims to portray the Baldwins as a relatable family, but critics note its heavy-handed efforts to normalize their lives come across as forced and unengaging.
Alec Baldwin's involvement in the 2021 Rust shooting tragedy, which resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, looms over the series, with carefully worded acknowledgments of the incident included in the premiere.
The series highlights the couple's dynamic, including Hilaria's bilingual upbringing and her influence on family decisions, while showcasing Alec's struggles with public perception and personal challenges.
Critics describe the show as a missed opportunity to authentically explore the Baldwins' complex lives, instead focusing on surface-level relatability and staged family moments.