Alec Baldwin opened up about his health journey, discussing the challenges he faced, including his intense weight loss regimen for the film Blue Jasmine, and the toll recent events have taken on his physical and mental well-being.
In a candid conversation on the April 13 episode of The Baldwins, Baldwin, 67, shared a moment of bonding with his wife, Hilaria Baldwin, 41, as they practiced yoga together at home. Hilaria, who has long prioritized fitness, noted how Alec’s more active lifestyle could benefit his overall health.
“Alec being more active can only help,” Hilaria said. “He’s tried yoga with me a few times over the years, but it’s never really been his thing. We’ve also tried running together, and that didn’t work out either.”
Hilaria, who describes herself as a “jock,” pointed out the differences in their physical approaches. “It’s not just about age. Alec is a theater guy, and I’m more athletic,” she said with a smile.
During the session, Hilaria gently helped Alec stretch, suggesting that he “holds trauma” in his shoulders. Baldwin then revealed how the past year had deeply impacted his health, referring to the emotional and physical strain from his involvement in the tragic shooting on the set of Rust. Baldwin was charged in October 2021 with involuntary manslaughter following the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, but a judge dismissed the charges in July 2024.
“The events of the past year really, really took a toll on me,” Baldwin admitted. “No matter what, I felt pain everywhere—my hip, my back—and I had no energy. A year from now, I want to focus on improving my health, to feel different.”
The actor explained that he had always maintained an active lifestyle until his late 30s, when his work schedule became overwhelming, and his family grew.
“To be married to someone as physically fit as Hilaria, while I’m struggling with my strength and coordination, is bizarre,” Baldwin said. “I just want to get healthy again.”
Reflecting on the drastic diet he followed to lose weight for his 2013 role in Blue Jasmine, Baldwin recalled how he gave up pasta, potatoes, candy, and sugar, ultimately shedding 25 pounds for the part. “I looked trim for the movie, but I did have barbecue sauce in my hair,” he joked.
Hilaria noticed positive changes in her husband over the past few weeks. “I’ve been seeing you at the gym more, and you’re definitely calmer,” she observed. “It’s going to take time for us to fully heal, but we’re learning how to live again.”
The Baldwins airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on TLC.
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