Alec Baldwin: Halyna Hutchins rides horse days before accident
Alec Baldwin, 63, accidentally shot and killed crew member Halyna Hutchins on the set of his film Rust yesterday. His brother and fellow actor Stephen, 55, has now shared a short statement with his Instagram followers about what happened.
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Posting in view of his 109,000 followers on Instagram, Stephen asked for prayers.
He wrote: “Asking for your prayers tonight friends.
“Not much can be said other than please pray for all involved in the wake of this tragic accident. Thank you.”
The incident happened in New Mexico on the set of the film yesterday.
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Halyna, 42, was killed when Alec fired a prop gun on the set of his new film.
The cinematographer was taken to hospital but pronounced dead from stomach gunshot wounds.
The film’s director Joel Souza, 48, was also taken to hospital after being injured in the accident.
However, one of the film’s stars, Frances Fisher, has confirmed he has been discharged.
Police were called to Bonanza Creek Ranch yesterday at 1.50pm local time (7.50pm GMT).