Alexander Rae Baldwin III, also known as Alec Baldwin, is a renowned American actor, comedian, and producer who has received critical acclaim for his performances in multiple genres, including comedy, drama, and has received various awards and recognitions.
Baldwin rose to fame in the mid-1980s starring in the sixth and seventh seasons of the hit television series Knotts Landing.
He then moved on to star in films such as Beetlejuice, Working Girl, Married to the Mafia and Money in the Bank in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
contour
- Full name: Alexander Ray Baldwin III
- Stage name: Alec Baldwin
- Date of Birth: April 5, 1958
- Age: 65
- Birthplace: Amityville, New York
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor, comedian, film producer
- Height: 1.83 m
- Parents: Alexander Rae Baldwin Jr, Caril Newcomb
- Siblings: Daniel Baldwin, William Baldwin, Stephen Baldwin
- Spouse: Kim Basinger, Hilaria Baldwin
- Children: Ireland Baldwin, Ilaria Catalina Irena, four girls and one boy
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $70 million
early life
Alec Baldwin was born on April 3, 1958 in Amityville, New York, the second of six siblings.
His father, Alexander Rae Baldwin Jr., was a history teacher and football coach, while his mother, Carol Newcomb, was a homemaker.
His three brothers, Daniel Baldwin, William Baldwin, and Stephen Baldwin, also became actors. Baldwin was raised in a Roman Catholic family.
educate
Alec Baldwin attended Alfred Berner School in Massapeka, New York, and then entered George Washington University in 1976, initially interested in law.
However, he later transferred to New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in 1979 to study acting.
At New York University, he studied with renowned instructors such as Geoffrey Horne and Mira Rostova, and was accepted into the prestigious Actors Studio.
In 2010, New York University awarded Baldwin an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree in recognition of his contributions to the field.
Additionally, after he taught an acting master class, Stony Brook University awarded him the title of “Distinguished Teacher.”
Profession
Alec Baldwin’s career spans more than four decades and is rich and varied, beginning in the early 1980s in Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.
He honed his acting skills and gained recognition, laying the foundation for his future success. His breakthrough in television came with a role in the soap opera “Doctors (1987-1988)This was followed by appearances on prime-time shows, e.g. “Speedboat to Houston” and”Notts Landing”
These early roles established him as a rising star, and Baldwin showed off his versatility by switching seamlessly between comedic and dramatic roles.
His starring films include “Beetlejuice” (1988), depicting both comedic and macabre aspects, and inMoney worshippers” (1992) and ‘The Usual Suspects’ (the year 1995).
Iconic sitcom “30 Rock” (2006-2013) catapulted Baldwin to stardom. His portrayal of the arrogant yet charismatic Jack Donaghy earned him critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards.
Baldwin is known for his hilarious impersonations of various characters, especially in TheSaturday Night Live” (Saturday Night Live). He routinely holds the record for hosting Saturday Night Live, solidifying his comedic prowess.
His voice acting talent made Master Turtle in “kungfu Panda” series, adding another dimension to his repertoire.
He actively participates in various political and social causes, showing his passion for areas beyond the entertainment industry.
While Baldwin continues to act, his career trajectory was affected by an accidental shooting on the set of the 2021 film Rust, which resulted in an ongoing legal battle.
Awards and nominations
- Oscars: 1 Best Supporting Actor nomination for The Cooler (2003)
- BAFTA Awards: Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for It’s Complicated (2009)
- Golden Globe Awards: 11 nominations, 3 wins for 30 Rock (2007, 2009, 2010)
- Primetime Emmy Awards: 19 nominations, 3 wins:
- 2 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for 30 Rock (2008, 2009)
- 1 Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Saturday Night Live (2017)
- Screen Actors Guild Awards: 20 nominations, 8 wins, for a variety of roles, including 30 Rock
- Tony Award: Nominated for Best Actor in a Play for A Streetcar Named Desire (1992)
social media
- Instagram account: @alecbaldwininsta
- Facebook ID: Unknown
- Twitter account: Unknown
personal life
Alec Baldwin’s private life has been widely reported, with its joys and hardships.
In 1993, he married actress Kim Basinger and in 1995 they had a daughter, Ireland.
The couple’s high-profile separation in 2002 attracted widespread attention and was embroiled in a bitter custody battle.
In 2012, Baldwin remarried to yoga teacher Hilaria Baldwin, and they now have a large family of six daughters and one son.
Filmography
Movie
- Alice (1990)
- Beetlejuice (1988)
- Married to the Mafia (1988)
- She’s Gonna Have a Baby (1988)
- Talk Show Radio (1988)
- Working Girl (1988)
- The Hunt for Red October (1990)
- Money Worship (1992)
- Malice (1993)
- The Runaway (1994)
- The Brutal Lover (1995)
- Juror (1996)
- Prisoners of Heaven (1996)
- Primary Colors (1998)
- Notting Hill (1999)
- Pearl Harbor (2001)
- The Royal Tenenbaums(2001)
- Meet Polly (2004)
- The Aviator (2004)
- The Departed (2006)
- Running with Scissors (2006)
- State and Major (2000)
- Cooler (2003)
- Love is Complicated (2010)
- Blue Jasmine (2013)
- Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)
- Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)
- BlacKkKlansman(2018)
- The Boss Baby(2017)
- The Boss Baby 2: Family Business (2021)
- Billie’s Magical World(2023)
- Hawkins (2023)
- Supercell (2023)
- The Fruit Man is Back(2023)
- Tal (2022)
- Doctor Death(2022)
- Chicken Wars(2020)
- Gremlins(2020)
- Arctic Dogs(2019)
- Orphan Brooklyn (2019)
television
- Knotts Landing (1984–1985)
- Saturday Night Live (1993–2013, 2017)
- 30 Rock (2006–2013)
- Matching Game (2021)
- Blindspot (2015–2016)
- The Dr. Oz Show (2009-present)
- An Evening with Alec Baldwin (2018)
- Confessions (2016) (documentary)
- You Don’t Know Me (2007) (Audiobook)
net worth
Alec Baldwin is an American actor and producer with a net worth of $70 million who has found success in film, television, and on stage, showing his versatility in roles.
