Piers Morgan’s recent criticism of Alec Baldwin appears to stem from Baldwin’s remarks about the uninformed state of American voters and the role of the media, which he discussed after receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Torino Film Festival. Baldwin’s comments highlighted issues like disinformation surrounding major global topics, including climate change and geopolitical conflicts. However, Morgan’s response, posted on Twitter, took a sharp and personal turn by referencing Baldwin’s involvement in the tragic 2021 accidental shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust.
Morgan accused Baldwin of deflecting responsibility for Hutchins’ death, sarcastically suggesting Baldwin claimed the gun fired itself. This comment seems aimed at reigniting controversy around Baldwin’s handling of the incident, despite legal proceedings and investigations into the broader failures on the Rust set. Baldwin has long maintained that he did not pull the trigger intentionally and has pointed to systemic failures in prop safety protocols.
Morgan’s critique appears less about the specifics of Baldwin’s remarks on voter ignorance and more about continuing a personal and political vendetta. This aligns with Morgan’s history of targeting public figures whose views conflict with his own. Baldwin, for his part, has remained a polarizing figure due to his outspoken political stances and the fallout from the Rust tragedy. While Morgan’s jabs may resonate with some of his audience, they highlight the ongoing tension between these two high-profile personalities.
