Los Angeles, California – Alec Baldwin recently made headlines for an incident involving an altercation with an activist outside a bustling New York City café.
Confrontation Caught on Camera
The incident was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media. The footage shows Baldwin exiting the Maman Café when he is confronted by a woman who begins to question him about the deadly shooting on the set of the film “Rust” and matters between Israel and Palestine.
Baldwin’s Reaction
As the woman confronts Baldwin, he initially seems to ignore her, quickly walking past her to get into his SUV. However, the woman persists, and Baldwin makes a sudden move toward her. In a flash, he grabs the phone out of her hand and throws it across the street.
Statement of Apology
Following the incident, Baldwin released a statement apologizing for his actions. He stated that he was “extremely angry and upset” about the shooting on the set of “Rust” and that he had been “hounded” by the woman about the matter.
Baldwin also acknowledged that his reaction was “Inappropriate and inexcusable.” He added, “I am not proud of how I responded, and I’m truly sorry.”
Fallout from the Incident
The incident has sparked controversy, with many people criticizing Baldwin for his aggressive behavior. Some have called for him to be held accountable for his actions.
It is unclear if any legal charges will be filed against Baldwin at this time.
