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Alec Baldwin cries over deadly 'Rust' shooting in reality show trailer

The trailer for Alec and Hilaria Baldwin’s reality series has debuted, showcasing their family life and the fallout from the "Rust" shooting.

In the opening moments of the trailer for the show, premiering Feb. 23 on TLC, Hilaria introduces the family, counting off "seven children, six animals, two parents, wild family!"

A montage of typical busy family moments follows, including Baldwin warning two of his kids, "Don’t pee in that pool!"

But the levity halts when an aerial of the set of "Rust" is shown, as Hilaria narrates, "A son lost his mom in the most unthinkable tragedy. This is never something to forget, and we’re trying to parent through it."

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Later moments show Baldwin covering his face with his hands, tearing up.

"Honestly, from the bottom of my soul, I don’t know where I’d be if I didn’t have you and these kids," the actor says. A brief scene also appears to show Baldwin entering a therapist’s office.

The Baldwin children are shown spotting a paparazzi photographer taking their picture, as Hilaria says, "It’s nothing. Just ignore him."

Near the end of the minute-long clip, Hilaria says, "We’ve had our bad moments, but we found our foundation. We’re solid and we’re here together."

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"This series gives viewers a glimpse into our lives as a family – the good, bad, wild, and everything in between. We hope viewers will connect with our experiences and the love we share. Filming the show has been an amazing journey, and we’re proud to have TLC as a partner in telling our story," Baldwin and Hilaria said in a press release for the show.

Howard Lee, president of TLC, also said in the release, "TLC has always been a platform for compelling stories. With ‘The Baldwins,’ viewers gain an unprecedented look into Alec and Hilaria Baldwin’s family journey. As they navigate parenthood, marriage and life under the spotlight, the series blends moments of joy, chaos and sincerity offering a genuine portrayal beyond the headlines." 

TLC’s description of the first episode also highlights the "Rust" tragedy.

"In the season premiere, Alec and Hilaria celebrate their oldest son Rafael’s ninth birthday and, in a bid to escape the noise of the city, they head to East Hampton to continue a yearly summer tradition. But in the midst of celebration is uncertainty as Alec faces trial. Alec and Hilaria navigate the emotional complexities of the moment, all while keeping their children’s lives as stable as possible."

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Baldwin was tried for involuntary manslaughter in the on-set death of "Rust" cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on Oct. 21, 2021. The actor was holding a gun that discharged, with the bullet striking and killing Hutchins.

In July 2024, Baldwin’s case was dismissed with prejudice by Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer, after ruling that the prosecution concealed evidence from his legal team.

There was an additional appeal by the Santa Fe District Attorney's Office to try Baldwin again, but it was withdrawn in December.

"Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed was convicted of loading a live round into a revolver, which Baldwin fired, resulting in Hutchins’ death and injury to the film’s director, Joel Souza. 

Alec Baldwin sues New Mexico officials for malicious prosecution, defamation following 'Rust' trial

Alec Baldwin is suing Santa Fe, New Mexico, officials after a judge dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against him for the 2021 fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust."

On Thursday, the 66-year-old actor filed a 73-page civil rights lawsuit in Santa Fe's First Judicial District Court against special prosecutor Kari Morrissey, Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies as well as other officials and investigators in the case. 

In documents obtained by Fox News Digital, Baldwin is accusing the defendants of civil rights violations, including malicious prosecution, abuse of process and defamation, among other claims.

The lawsuit alleged that the defendants intentionally concealed exculpatory evidence and elicited false testimony as they pursued the case. The documents stated that the prosecutors "sought at every turn to scapegoat Baldwin for the acts and omissions of others, regardless of the evidence or the law."

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"Defendants, while acting under the color of law, conspired to procure a groundless indictment against Baldwin and to maliciously bring about or advance Baldwin’s trial and conviction, thus violating Baldwin’s constitutional rights by their improper use of the criminal process," the lawsuit claimed.

Baldwin is requesting a jury trial and seeking compensatory and punitive damages. 

Fox News Digital has reached out to the Santa Fe District Attorney's Office for comment.

The lawsuit comes after Morrissey withdrew the state's notice of appeal against Baldwin last month.

The move to drop the appeal solidified the decision by Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer halfway through trial to dismiss the case on allegations that police and prosecutors withheld evidence from the defense.

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At the time, Baldwin's attorneys, Alex Spiro and Luke Nikas, shared a joint statement with the Hollywood Reporter.

"Today’s decision to dismiss the appeal is the final vindication of what Alec Baldwin and his attorneys have said from the beginning — this was an unspeakable tragedy, but Alec Baldwin committed no crime. The rule of law remains intact in New Mexico," the statement read.

In July, Sommer dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against the "30 Rock" star after ruling that the prosecution concealed evidence from his legal team.

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"The state's willful withholding of this information was intentional and deliberate," Sommer said. "If this conduct does not rise to the level of bad faith, it certainly comes so near to bad faith as to show signs of scorching prejudice."

In October, Sommer upheld her decision to dismiss the case. 

Hutchins died shortly after being wounded during a rehearsal for "Rust" in October 2021 at a film-set ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe.

Baldwin, the lead actor and co-producer, was pointing a revolver at Hutchins when it discharged, killing Hutchins and wounding director Joel Souza. Baldwin has said he pulled back the hammer — but not the trigger — and the revolver fired.

The Emmy Award winner was first charged with involuntary manslaughter in January 2023.

In March, "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed was convicted of loading a live round into the revolver. She was sentenced to 18 months in prison.

Fox News Digital's Janelle Ash and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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