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Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin was recently seen in public in New York following a hip surgery, walking with the assistance of a cane. Baldwin has had to lean on his tenacity and resilience in these last few weeks, enduring what he describes as a "painful operation".
Postponing the Inevitable
Baldwin revealed that his operation was overdue by a full two years, due to relentless professional obligations. He has been limping throughout that period, a sign of the pain he was suffering. This is not the actor's first encounter with this kind of surgery - Baldwin had his left hip replaced back in 2018.
While Baldwin has been private about many aspects of his health, he shared this particular struggle with his wide base of fans, keeping them updated throughout the process. His wife, Hilaria Baldwin, also took to Instagram on May 30th to share news of the successful operation.
“Alec got a new hip today…it was a long time necessary,” wrote Hilaria, an accomplished yoga instructor. She shared a selfie of the couple from a hospital bed, a testament to their enduring partnership. "We have been through so much together… as your partner and as you heal, I want so very much for you to leave this very intense chronic pain chapter behind and improve your quality of life."
Alec Baldwin seen walking with a cane in New York City after hip surgery https://t.co/y3cpLWCTeO pic.twitter.com/rFhohG1AKt — Page Six (@PageSix) June 10, 2023
Mixed Reactions Online
However, not all reactions to Baldwin's recovery have been positive.
Some social media users seized the opportunity to criticize the actor, using comments like "Did he also shoot himself in the hip", "This shouldn't be news", and "He should be in jail". The barbs reference Baldwin's recent legal ordeal, where he was put on trial for over a year following the tragic shooting of cinematographer Halyn Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust".
Baldwin was initially charged with manslaughter, but these charges were dropped in April this year. Baldwin continues to work on the film amid his recovery and the swirl of controversy. Despite the challenges, Baldwin's recent public appearance sends a powerful message about perseverance and recovery.
And though the reactions to his journey may be mixed, the actor seems focused on his health, family, and ongoing projects. The drama may be far from over, but Baldwin is standing tall, albeit with the support of a cane.