Overview

• Ireland Baldwin posted on Instagram on Sept. 4, writing a detailed defense of Hilaria Baldwin and addressing persistent online criticism.
• She rejected speculation about her motives, stating she is not seeking or expecting an inheritance and noting she has seven younger siblings.
• She credited Hilaria with “saving” Alec Baldwin’s life, saying Hilaria helped turn his health around and encouraged him to seek help and self-kindness.
• Ireland said Hilaria made possible her close relationship with her father and the large family dynamic she long wanted.
• She pledged to support Hilaria on Dancing With the Stars, and Hilaria responded in the comments, saying she was in tears and expressing love.