ALEC BALDWIN ADMITS HE 'DOESN’T WANT TO WORK ANYMORE' AFTER 'RUST' SHOOTING DEATH: 'I WANT TO RETIRE'. (PHOTO)

 Alec Baldwin admits he 'doesn’t want to work anymore' after 'Rust' shooting death: 'I want to retire'

Nearly five years after the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust, Alec Baldwin has spoken candidly about how the incident reshaped his life and career. 

In July 2024, a judge in Santa Fe dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against Baldwin, ruling that prosecutors had withheld evidence from his defense team. 

Despite the legal resolution, Baldwin admitted the experience left a lasting mark on him, describing it as “unspeakably difficult” and profoundly altering his outlook on work and family.

Reflecting on the aftermath, Baldwin explained that the tragedy led him to step away from acting for several years, spending most of his time at home with his children. 

He confessed that this period of domestic life became unexpectedly fulfilling, to the point where he grew reluctant to return to the industry. 

While he acknowledged that new projects are now on the horizon, Baldwin admitted he has grown comfortable with the idea of retirement, preferring the stability of home life over the demands of Hollywood.

The incident itself occurred in October 2021, when Baldwin discharged a revolver on set after being told it was a “cold gun.” The weapon, however, contained a live round, fatally striking Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. 

Armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed was later convicted of loading the live ammunition. 

Baldwin’s wife, Hilaria, stood by him throughout the ordeal, even breaking down in court when the case was dismissed. 

Together, the couple are raising seven children, while Baldwin also shares an adult daughter, Ireland, with his former wife, Kim Basinger.