History of Alec Baldwin in Timeline
Alexander Rae Baldwin III is a highly acclaimed American actor, comedian, and producer celebrated for his versatility across diverse genres, ranging from comedy to drama. His exceptional talent has earned him widespread recognition and numerous prestigious awards, including three Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Tony Award.
October 26, 1927: Alec Baldwin's Father is Born
Alec Baldwin's father, Alexander Rae Baldwin Jr., was born on October 26, 1927.
December 15, 1929: Alec Baldwin's Mother is Born
Alec Baldwin's mother, Carol Newcomb, was born on December 15, 1929.
1955: Alec Baldwin's Sister Beth is Born
Alec Baldwin's sister, Elizabeth "Beth" Baldwin Keuchler, was born in 1955.
April 3, 1958: Alec Baldwin is Born
Alexander Rae Baldwin III was born on April 3, 1958, in Amityville, New York.
1960: Alec Baldwin's Brother Daniel is Born
Alec Baldwin's brother, Daniel, was born in 1960.
1963: Alec Baldwin's Brother William is Born
Alec Baldwin's brother, William, was born in 1963.
1965: Alec Baldwin's Sister Jane is Born
Alec Baldwin's sister, Jane Ann Baldwin Sasso, was born in 1965.
1966: Alec Baldwin's Brother Stephen is Born
Alec Baldwin's brother, Stephen, was born in 1966.
1976: Baldwin Begins Studies at George Washington University
Alec Baldwin began attending George Washington University in 1976.
1979: Baldwin Leaves George Washington University
In 1979, Alec Baldwin lost the election for student body president at George Washington University and subsequently transferred to New York University.
August 20, 1980: Baldwin Starts on The Doctors
On August 20, 1980, Alec Baldwin began his first acting role as Billy Aldrich in the NBC daytime soap opera The Doctors.
1982: Baldwin Leaves The Doctors
Alec Baldwin left the soap opera The Doctors in 1982.
April 15, 1983: Alec Baldwin's Father Dies
Alec Baldwin's father, Alexander Rae Baldwin Jr., died on April 15, 1983.
1983: Engagement to Janine Turner
Alec Baldwin was briefly engaged to actress Janine Turner in 1983.
1983: Baldwin Stars in Cutter to Houston
In 1983, Alec Baldwin starred in the short-lived television series Cutter to Houston.
1984: Baldwin Joins Knots Landing
In 1984, Baldwin began appearing as the brother of Valene Ewing and son of Lilimae Clements on the primetime soap opera Knots Landing.
1984: Baldwin Stars in The Sheriff and the Astronaut
Alec Baldwin played Sheriff Ed Cassaday in the 1984 made-for-television movie The Sheriff and the Astronaut.
1985: Baldwin Begins Run on Knots Landing
Alec Baldwin began his run as the brother of Valene Ewing and son of Lilimae Clements on Knots Landing in 1985.
1985: Baldwin's Run on Knots Landing Ends
Baldwin's run on Knots Landing came to an end in 1985.
1986: Baldwin Makes Broadway Debut
Alec Baldwin made his Broadway debut in 1986 in a revival of Joe Orton's Loot.
1986: Baldwin Stars in Dress Gray and Makes Broadway Debut
In 1986, Alec Baldwin starred in the four-hour made-for-television miniseries Dress Gray and made his Broadway debut in a revival of Joe Orton's Loot.
1987: Baldwin Debuts in Forever, Lulu
In 1987, Alec Baldwin made his feature film debut in the comedy-mystery Forever, Lulu.
1988: Baldwin Appears in Beetlejuice, Working Girl, and Married to the Mob
Alec Baldwin appeared in Tim Burton's fantasy horror comedy Beetlejuice, the Mike Nichols romantic comedy Working Girl, and Jonathan Demme's crime comedy Married to the Mob in 1988.
1988: Baldwin's Breakout Year in Film
Alec Baldwin rose to prominence in 1988, acting in five major films: Beetlejuice, Working Girl, Married to the Mob, Talk Radio, and She's Having a Baby.
1990: Leading Man and Black Comedy
In 1990, Alec Baldwin starred in 'The Hunt for Red October' as Jack Ryan and 'Miami Blues'.
1990: Baldwin Stars in The Hunt for Red October
Alec Baldwin played Jack Ryan in the 1990 film The Hunt for Red October.
1990: Meeting Kim Basinger
Alec Baldwin met actress Kim Basinger in 1990 while working on the film 'The Marrying Man'.
1991: Meeting Kim Basinger
Alec Baldwin met his future wife, Kim Basinger, while filming 'The Marrying Man' in 1991.
1991: Adoption of Pescatarian Diet
In 1991, Alec Baldwin stopped eating beef and adopted a pescatarian diet.
1992: Broadway Adaptations and Critical Reception
Baldwin starred in 'Glengarry Glen Ross' and 'Prelude to a Kiss', which was met with lukewarm reception, in 1992.
1992: Baldwin Stars in Glengarry Glen Ross
Alec Baldwin had a role in the 1992 film Glengarry Glen Ross.
1992: Baldwin Nominated for a Tony Award
Alec Baldwin was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his portrayal of Stanley Kowalski in the 1992 production of A Streetcar Named Desire.
August 19, 1993: Marriage to Kim Basinger
Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger married on August 19, 1993.
1994: Baldwin Graduates from NYU
Alec Baldwin graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1994.
1994: Pulp Fiction and Remakes
Alec Baldwin starred in 'The Shadow' and 'The Getaway', a remake of the 1972 Steve McQueen Film, in 1994.
October 23, 1995: Birth of Daughter Ireland
Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger's daughter, Ireland, was born on October 23, 1995.
October 26, 1995: Altercation with Photographer
On October 26, 1995, Alec Baldwin was involved in an altercation with a photographer who was videotaping Kim Basinger and their three-day-old daughter outside their Los Angeles home.
1995: Broadway and Television Success
In 1995, Alec Baldwin received a Tony Award nomination for his performance in 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and an Emmy nomination for the television adaptation.
1996: Thriller Performances
Baldwin appeared in a series of thriller movies in 1996.
1996: Establishment of the Carol M. Baldwin Cancer Research Fund
In 1996, Alec Baldwin and his mother, Carol, established the Carol M. Baldwin Cancer Research Fund.
1997: Continued Thriller Performances
Baldwin continued to act in thriller movies in 1997.
December 11, 1998: Baldwin Makes Controversial Remarks on Late Night with Conan O'Brien
During his appearance on the comedy late night show Late Night with Conan O'Brien on December 11, 1998, Baldwin made controversial remarks about Congressman Henry Hyde and his family. He later apologized for the remarks.
1998: Macbeth and Narration
Alec Baldwin played Macbeth at The Public Theater and began narrating 'Thomas & Friends' in 1998.
December 5, 2000: Separation from Kim Basinger
Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger separated on December 5, 2000.
2000: Thomas & Friends Film
Alec Baldwin played Mr. Conductor in 'Thomas and the Magic Railroad' in 2000.
2001: Baldwin Appears in The Royal Tenenbaums
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2001 film The Royal Tenenbaums.
2001: Shift to Character Acting
Alec Baldwin shifted to character acting in 2001, appearing in 'Pearl Harbor' and directing 'The Devil and Daniel Webster'.
September 3, 2002: Divorce from Kim Basinger
Alec Baldwin's divorce from Kim Basinger was finalized on September 3, 2002.
2002: Television and Film Roles
Alec Baldwin appeared in 'Friends', 'Will & Grace', 'Nip/Tuck', and 'The Cat in the Hat' in 2002.
2002: Recurring Television Roles
In 2002, Alec Baldwin had recurring roles on 'Friends' and 'Will & Grace'.
2003: Baldwin Nominated for an Oscar
Alec Baldwin was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 2003 film The Cooler.
2003: Acclaim for 'The Cooler'
Alec Baldwin received critical acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award for his role in 'The Cooler' in 2003.
2004: Collaboration with Scorsese and Broadway Revival
In 2004, Alec Baldwin worked with Martin Scorsese in 'The Aviator' and starred in a Broadway revival of 'Twentieth Century'.
2004: Baldwin Performs in Twentieth Century
Alec Baldwin performed in a production of Twentieth Century on Broadway in 2004.
2004: Baldwin Stars in Along Came Polly and The Aviator
Alec Baldwin starred in two films released in 2004: Along Came Polly and The Aviator.
June 9, 2005: Concert Performance of South Pacific
On June 9, 2005, Alec Baldwin appeared in a concert version of 'South Pacific' at Carnegie Hall.
April 26, 2006: South Pacific Broadcast
The Carnegie Hall performance of 'South Pacific' was broadcast on PBS on April 26, 2006.
October 2006: Premiere of 30 Rock
'30 Rock', starring Alec Baldwin as Jack Donaghy, premiered in October 2006.
2006: Off-Broadway Revival
Alec Baldwin appeared in an Off-Broadway revival of 'Entertaining Mr. Sloane' in 2006.
2006: Baldwin Stars in The Departed
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2006 film The Departed.
2006: Continued Collaboration with Scorsese
Alec Baldwin collaborated with Martin Scorsese again in 2006, starring in 'The Departed'.
2006: Baldwin Begins Starring in 30 Rock
In 2006, Alec Baldwin began starring as Jack Donaghy alongside Tina Fey on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock.
2006: Baldwin Expresses Interest in Running for Governor of New York
In 2006, Baldwin said in an interview with The New York Times that if he did become involved in electoral politics, he would prefer to run for Governor of New York.
April 11, 2007: Voicemail Incident
On April 11, 2007, a voicemail recording of Alec Baldwin angrily addressing his 11-year-old daughter was leaked to the media. The incident sparked controversy and public scrutiny of his personal life.
2007: Theatrical Release and Pay TV Rights
'Shortcut to Happiness' was set for a theatrical release and Starz! acquired pay TV rights in 2007.
2007: Film Roles
Alec Baldwin starred in 'Mini's First Time' and 'Suburban Girl' in 2007.
2008: Voice role in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
In 2008, Alec Baldwin had a voice role as the main antagonist in the DreamWorks Animated film Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa.
2008: Book Tour for 'A Promise to Ourselves'
In 2008, Alec Baldwin embarked on a book tour to promote his memoir, 'A Promise to Ourselves', which focused on his experiences with fatherhood and divorce.
2008: First Primetime Emmy Award
Alec Baldwin won his first Primetime Emmy Award for his role on '30 Rock' in 2008.
2008: Release of 'Shortcut to Happiness'
'Shortcut to Happiness' was released in 2008, with Alec Baldwin using a pseudonym for his directorial credit due to dissatisfaction with the final cut.
January 12, 2009: Host of The New York Philharmonic This Week
On January 12, 2009, Alec Baldwin became the host of The New York Philharmonic This Week, a nationally syndicated radio series of the New York Philharmonic.
February 2009: Baldwin Advocates for New York Film Tax Breaks
In February 2009, Baldwin spoke out to encourage state leaders to renew New York's tax break for the film and television industry.
March 2009: Co-host of TCM's The Essentials
Beginning in March 2009, Alec Baldwin joined TCM's The Essentials with Robert Osborne as co-host.
June 2009: Discussion of Voicemail Incident and Mental Health in Playboy Interview
In a June 2009 interview with Playboy, Alec Baldwin discussed the emotional toll of the voicemail incident, revealing that he had contemplated suicide and sought professional help.
2009: Second Primetime Emmy Award
Alec Baldwin won his second Primetime Emmy Award for his role on '30 Rock' in 2009.
2009: Stars in It's Complicated
Alec Baldwin co-starred in the hit romantic comedy It's Complicated with Meryl Streep and Steve Martin in 2009.
May 12, 2010: Gives commencement address at New York University and receives honorary degree
On May 12, 2010, Alec Baldwin gave a commencement address at New York University and was awarded a Doctor of Fine Arts degree, honoris causa.
2010: Co-hosts 82nd Academy Awards
Alec Baldwin co-hosted the 82nd Academy Awards with Steve Martin in 2010.
2010: Baldwin Hosts the Academy Awards
Alec Baldwin hosted the 82nd Academy Awards in 2010.
2010: Cameo in "Great Day" music video
Alec Baldwin made a five-second cameo appearance with comedian Andy Samberg in a musical video titled "Great Day" in 2010. The video was featured on the bonus DVD as part of Lonely Island's album Turtleneck & Chain.
2010: Baldwin Nominated for a BAFTA Award
Alec Baldwin was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 2010 film It's Complicated.
2010: Appears in Capital One television campaign
Beginning in 2010, Alec Baldwin appeared in a television campaign for Capital One as their spokesperson.
2010: Start of Capital One Spokesperson Role and Charitable Donation Agreement
In 2010, Alec Baldwin began his role as a spokesperson for Capital One. His contract included a provision to donate a significant portion of his earnings to his charity foundation.
2010: Critically Acclaimed Revival
In 2010, Alec Baldwin starred alongside Sam Underwood in a critically acclaimed revival of 'Equus'.
March 2011: Philanthropic Donations to New York Philharmonic and Roundabout Theatre Company
In March 2011, Alec Baldwin donated $1 million to the New York Philharmonic, where he served as a board member, and $500,000 to the Roundabout Theatre Company, where he has performed in plays.
August 2011: Beginning of Relationship with Hilaria Thomas
Alec Baldwin began dating yoga instructor Hilaria Thomas in August 2011.
October 24, 2011: Releases first episode of Here's the Thing podcast
On October 24, 2011, WNYC public radio released the first episode of Baldwin's podcast Here's the Thing, a series of interviews with public figures including artists, policy-makers, and performers.
December 2011: American Airlines Incident
In December 2011, Alec Baldwin was removed from an American Airlines flight at Los Angeles International Airport after a dispute with a flight attendant over his use of his phone while waiting for takeoff.
December 21, 2011: Baldwin Abandons Plans to Run for Mayor of New York City
On December 21, 2011, Baldwin announced he was abandoning plans to run for mayor of New York City and would instead continue in his role on 30 Rock.
2011: Baldwin Boycotts Emmy Awards over Censored Skit
During the 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards in 2011, Baldwin was slated to appear in a taped skit. However, the producers of the show cut a portion of the skit containing a reference to Rupert Murdoch and the News International phone hacking scandal. Baldwin subsequently boycotted the Emmy Awards and requested that his entire appearance be removed from the broadcast.
February 4, 2012: Hosts the 2011 NFL Honors awards show
On February 4, 2012, Alec Baldwin hosted the 2011 NFL Honors awards show.
April 2012: Engagement to Hilaria Thomas
Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas became engaged in April 2012.
June 30, 2012: Marriage to Hilaria Thomas
Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas were married on June 30, 2012, at St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in New York City.
2012: Baldwin Stars in To Rome with Love
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2012 film To Rome with Love.
February 2, 2013: Hosts the second NFL Honors awards show
Alec Baldwin hosted the second NFL Honors awards show on February 2, 2013.
April 18, 2013: Stars in Orphans on Broadway
Alec Baldwin returned to Broadway as Harold in Orphans which opened on April 18, 2013.
November 26, 2013: Up Late with Alec Baldwin Cancelled
On November 26, 2013, Alec Baldwin's MSNBC program Up Late with Alec Baldwin was cancelled after only five episodes.
2013: Baldwin Performs in Orphans
Alec Baldwin performed in a production of Orphans on Broadway in 2013.
2013: Conclusion of Capital One Spokesperson Role and Charitable Donation Total
In 2013, Alec Baldwin concluded his role as a spokesperson for Capital One. Over the course of nearly five years, his contract resulted in a donation of $14.125 million to charity after taxes and fees.
2013: Baldwin's Run on 30 Rock Concludes
Alec Baldwin's run as Jack Donaghy on 30 Rock came to an end in 2013.
2013: Baldwin Stars in Blue Jasmine
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2013 film Blue Jasmine.
2014: Baldwin Suggests He Might Run for Office in 2014
In 2014, Baldwin suggested he might change his mind about running for office, saying, "Let's see what things are like in 2014. I would love to do it."
July 31, 2015: Stars in Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation
Alec Baldwin co-starred in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, the fifth installment of the Mission: Impossible series, released on July 31, 2015.
2015: Baldwin Stars in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2015 film Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.
2016: Begins hosting Match Game reboot and portrays Donald Trump on SNL
In 2016, Alec Baldwin began hosting a reboot of the game show Match Game on ABC. He also gained acclaim and notoriety for his portrayal of Republican nominee Donald Trump during SNL's coverage of the 2016 presidential election.
2016: Baldwin Begins Hosting Match Game
Alec Baldwin began hosting Match Game in 2016.
February 11, 2017: Holds record for most times hosting Saturday Night Live
As of February 11, 2017, Alec Baldwin has hosted Saturday Night Live 17 times and holds the record for most times hosting the show.
August 2017: Sole host of TCM's The Essentials, El Dorado Pictures signs deal with ABC Studios, memoir Nevertheless published
In August 2017, Alec Baldwin took over as sole host of TCM's The Essentials following the death of his co-host, Robert Osborne. His production company, El Dorado Pictures, also signed a first-look deal with ABC Studios. His memoir Nevertheless was also published and debuted at No. 5 on The New York Times hardcover nonfiction best-seller list.
2017: Baldwin Wins an Emmy for Saturday Night Live
Alec Baldwin won his third Primetime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Donald Trump on the NBC sketch series Saturday Night Live in 2017.
2017: Wins Primetime Emmy Award
Alec Baldwin won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his portrayal of Donald Trump in 2017.
March 3, 2018: Preview episode of The Alec Baldwin Show airs
Following the broadcast of the 90th Academy Awards on March 3, 2018, ABC broadcast a preview episode of the talk show The Alec Baldwin Show, at the time called Sundays With Alec Baldwin.
July 27, 2018: Stars in Mission: Impossible - Fallout
Alec Baldwin reprised his role in Mission: Impossible – Fallout, released on July 27, 2018.
August 27, 2018: Cast as Thomas Wayne in Joker
On August 27, 2018, it was announced that Alec Baldwin would join the cast for Joker, playing Thomas Wayne, father of Bruce Wayne.
August 29, 2018: Withdraws from role in Joker
On August 29, 2018, Alec Baldwin withdrew from the role of Thomas Wayne in the film Joker.
2018: Baldwin Stars in Mission: Impossible – Fallout
Alec Baldwin appeared in the 2018 film Mission: Impossible – Fallout.
2018: Baldwin Nominated for an Emmy for Saturday Night Live
Alec Baldwin was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Donald Trump on the NBC sketch series Saturday Night Live in 2018.
2019: Subject of Comedy Central Roast
Alec Baldwin was the subject of the 2019 edition of the Comedy Central Roast.
2019: Advocacy for Plant-Based Diets
In 2019, Alec Baldwin authored an article for CNN supporting a plant-based diet, citing its potential benefits for the environment.
2020: Continues portraying Donald Trump on SNL
Alec Baldwin continued portraying Donald Trump on SNL until Trump's defeat in the 2020 election.
2020: Last Appearance on Saturday Night Live Before Rust Incident
Baldwin's last appearance on Saturday Night Live before the Rust incident was in 2020.
2020: Completes over 150 interviews for Here's the Thing
Between 2011 and 2020, Alec Baldwin completed more than 150 interviews for his podcast Here's the Thing.
October 21, 2021: Rust Shooting Incident
On October 21, 2021, while filming the movie 'Rust' in New Mexico, Alec Baldwin discharged a prop gun, fatally shooting cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza.
2021: Stars in Dr. Death miniseries
In 2021, Alec Baldwin starred opposite Jamie Dornan and Christian Slater in the miniseries Dr. Death on Peacock.
2021: Shooting on the Set of Rust
In 2021, Alec Baldwin discharged a prop revolver on the set of the film Rust, which killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza.
2021: Baldwin Nominated for an Emmy for Saturday Night Live
Alec Baldwin was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his portrayal of Donald Trump on the NBC sketch series Saturday Night Live in 2021.
2021: Baldwin Stops Hosting Match Game
Alec Baldwin stopped hosting Match Game in 2021.
May 26, 2022: Alec Baldwin's Mother Dies
Alec Baldwin's mother, Carol Newcomb, died on May 26, 2022.
October 5, 2022: Settlement with Hutchins Family
On October 5, 2022, Alec Baldwin reached a settlement with the family of Halyna Hutchins in their wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the 'Rust' shooting incident.
2022: Voice cameo in Tár
Alec Baldwin had a voice cameo as himself interviewing Lydia Tár played by Cate Blanchett in Tár, directed by Todd Field, released in 2022.
January 2023: Baldwin Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter
In January 2023, Alec Baldwin was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter in Santa Fe County, New Mexico for his role in the shooting on the set of Rust.
January 19, 2023: Announcement of Involuntary Manslaughter Charges
On January 19, 2023, Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies announced that Alec Baldwin would face two counts of involuntary manslaughter for his role in the 'Rust' shooting incident.
January 31, 2023: Formal Involuntary Manslaughter Charges
Alec Baldwin was formally charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter on January 31, 2023, relating to the 'Rust' shooting incident.
April 2023: Criminal Charges Against Baldwin Dropped
In April 2023, lawyers for Baldwin announced that the criminal charges against him had been dropped by prosecutors.
April 2023: Charges Against Baldwin Dropped
In April 2023, the involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin for the shooting on the set of Rust were dropped pending further investigation.
May 2023: Rust Completes Filming
Rust completed filming in May 2023 and is currently in post-production.
October 2023: Baldwin Returns to Saturday Night Live
Baldwin appeared in a cameo on Saturday Night Live in October 2023, in an episode hosted by Timothée Chalamet, making it one of his first live appearances since the Rust incident.
October 17, 2023: New Mexico Prosecutors Find Baldwin May Be Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter
On October 17, 2023, New Mexico special prosecutors announced that their findings indicated that Baldwin may be guilty of involuntary manslaughter.
January 2024: Baldwin Indicted on Involuntary Manslaughter Charge
In January 2024, a grand jury indicted Baldwin on an involuntary manslaughter charge.
January 19, 2024: Baldwin Indicted for Involuntary Manslaughter
On January 19, 2024, Alec Baldwin was indicted again on the charge of involuntary manslaughter for the shooting on the set of Rust.