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Alec Baldwin's quick return to work might have moviegoers questioning his "sincerity" after the "Rust" shooting left him saying he might never act again, according to an industry expert. Baldwin, 63, was spotted Tuesday on the set of "97 Minutes" in Hampshire, England.The upcoming film is the actor's first project since the "Rust" shooting that left cinematographer Halyna Hutchins dead and director Joel Souza wounded.

Alec Baldwin opened up about his first day working since the accidental death of Halyna Hutchins on the Rust set October 21 following a fatal shooting in which Baldwin had an antique Colt .45 revolver in his hand.The actor, 63, took to Instagram Tuesday as he was in Hampshire, England working on another film, saying, 'It's strange to go back to work.'I said I would keep a little diary of when I was traveling and working,' Baldwin said in the clip. 'We had our first day today which is always tricky.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterThe widow of Ol’ Dirty Bastard sued Wu-Tang Clan Productions on Tuesday, alleging that the late rapper’s estate is owed at least $1 million in unpaid royalties.ODB, whose legal name was Russell Tyrone Jones, was a founding member of the Wu-Tang Clan, the rap group that catapulted to stardom in the early 1990s. He died of a drug overdose in 2004 at the age of 35.His widow, Icelene Jones, alleges in the lawsuit that Wu-Tang Clan Productions did not pay royalties to the estate from 2011 until July 2021, when it sent a check for $130,000.

Alec Baldwin is back at work for the first time since the fatal "Rust" shooting incident.  On Oct. 21, 2021, the gun Baldwin was holding discharged during a rehearsal for the indie-western film. It resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Alec Baldwin returned to work on Monday, ending his three-and-a-half month hiatus from acting since the horrific "Rust" shooting claimed the life of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The actor has been documenting his travels to the United Kingdom. On Monday, he revealed in a video just what it's like to start acting again after stepping away from the camera.

Nearly four months after the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the indie Western film Rust, a new lawsuit has been filed.Key medic Cherlyn Schaeffer filed a lawsuit against Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and assistant director Dave Halls, according to a new report from TMZ.Schaeffer claims it was Gutierrez-Reed and Halls' negligence that lead to actor Alec Baldwin being handed a gun with a live round that killed Hutchins and injured director Joel Souza. Death:Nearly four months after the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the indie Western film Rust, a new lawsuit has been filed Medic:Key medic Cherlyn Schaeffer filed a lawsuit against Rust armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and assistant director Dave Halls, according to a new report from TMZ Armorer:Schaeffer claims it was Gutierrez-Reed and Halls' negligence that lead to actor Alec Baldwin being handed a gun with a live round that killed Hutchins and injured director Joel SouzaThe lawsuit also included the movie's production company and others like prop master Sarah Zachry.Schaeffer alleges the incident caused her so much emotional distress that she cannot work, claiming she's, 'medically prevented from returning to the profession or any other job.' She also claimed to be the first person to offer medical assistance to Hutchins and it was her who first called 911.

"Rust" key medic Cheryln Schaefer has filed a lawsuit against the movie's producers as well as several crew members, claiming she can no longer work following her experience on the movie set. Assistant Director Dave Halls, property master Sarah Zachry, armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed and firearm supplier Seth Kenney have all been named in the suit, alongside Rust Movie Productions, LLC, and the location that production was being filmed on, Bonanza Creek Ranch.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterThe medic who rushed to help “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins after Hutchins was shot on set last fall has filed a negligence lawsuit against several crew members and the film’s production entity.Cherlyn Schaefer was summoned to the church building at the Bonanza Creek Ranch near Santa Fe, N.M., on Oct. 21, after the film’s star, Alec Baldwin, shot Hutchins and director Joel Souza while preparing for a scene.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterIrving Azoff’s music rights firm has settled its five-year legal battle with the group that represents more 10,000 radio stations, ending a fight that threatened to undermine the 80-year-old arrangement under which artists are paid for commercial airplay.Azoff’s Global Music Rights and the Radio Music License Committee filed a joint stipulation on Monday to dismiss the antitrust lawsuits that they had filed against each other in 2016. The two sides also announced in a press release that a majority of commercial radio stations have agreed to a long-term license with GMR, which allows the settlement to take effect.GMR launched in 2013 as a direct challenge to ASCAP and BMI, the performance rights organizations that control more than 90% of music copyrights.

EXCLUSIVE:  Sebastian de Souza, Eddie Marsan and Rich Sommer have boarded the Chloe Domont-directed finance world thriller opposite Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterVillage Roadshow sued Warner Bros. on Monday, alleging that the studio sabotaged the theatrical release of “The Matrix Resurrections” in order to drive subscribers to HBO Max.Village Roadshow has a longstanding co-financing arrangement with the studio, which has included films like the “Matrix” trilogy, “Joker,” and the “Oceans” series.

'Complicated issue' Prince William and Harry 'example of two sides'[LATEST]'Double trouble' Carol Kirkwood addresses BBC weather shake-up[TV]Catherine Zeta-Jones raises eyebrows with tribute to Queen[ROYALS]The video has been watched over 200,000 times, as fans inundated the comment section.Social media users were quick to point out his British accent impersonation.Linda Wright commented: "I love listening to you. Never stop talking to us please."Steve Horn remarked: "Don’t worry about it.

supports HTML5 videoAlec Baldwin has said his driver’s car was stolen after he landed in the UK.The Hollywood actor, 63, is reportedly working on a film in Hampshire, which is his first project since the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.The comedian is thought to be filming air disaster thriller 97 Minutes close to Alton, Hampshire, and has shared a series of videos that appear to be taken on the town’s high street.Directed by Timo Vuorensola, the film follows a hijacked aircraft set to fall from the sky in 97 minutes when its fuel runs out.In a video posted over the weekend, Baldwin told his 2.4million Instagram followers: ‘I’m going to go ahead and record this because I think it’s funny.‘I get to the airport and I get through immigration and they get my bags and I’m heading to the car that’s going to drive me to where I’m going.‘And the driver says, “I’m going to go to the car park and I’ll be back straight away.”‘Baldwin said he called the hire company after waiting for 20 minutes – only to discover the driver’s car had been taken.Laughing, the actor added: ‘Anyway, I hope you found your car.’In a second video, apparently recorded as he walked down Alton High Street, Baldwin mused about the ‘little town.’He recalled how he likes to ‘come to places like this, whenever I travel away from home, away from the US,’ saying he wonders what it’s like to live or grow up there.‘I grew up in a pretty suburban town – a pretty big town but it was very suburban – on Long Island,’ he shared.‘It just seems different because it’s foreign to me. People, kids.

Alec Baldwin revealed his driver’s car was stolen moments after he landed in the UK as he prepares for his first “secret project” since the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.The 63-year-old actor touched down into Heathrow Airport on Friday (4 February), but the star suffered an unfortunate mishap after his vehicle was pinched that afternoon.Luckily the actor managed to take the incident quite well as he struggled to contain his laughter while he explained the awkward moment to his adoring fans online.It comes after reports that the dad-of-seven is filming scenes in the UK for the upcoming film 97 Minutes which follows the story of a hijacked plane set to crash when its fuel runs out.As he walked down the Hampshire high street, he told his 2.4 million followers: "I’m gonna go ahead and record this because I think it’s funny …"I get to the airport. I fly on a sleeper flight, and I get to the airport and I get through the immigration. I get my bags and I'm heading to the car that’s gonna drive me to where I'm going."He continued in his self-confessed "bad" British accent: "And the driver says, ‘Yeah, we’re gonna go the car park’."And there he goes.

ALEC Baldwin had his car STOLEN after landing in the UK to film his first movie since his shooting horror. The actor, 63, this week landed in England to film scenes for plane-crash thriller 97 Minutes - but was shocked when his chauffeur's car was nicked from outside the airport.

Alec Baldwin is set to make a return to filming after the tragedy on the Rust set, it has been claimed.The 63-year-old was holding a prop gun when it went off during filming last October, fatally shooting cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.She was taken to hospital but died from her injuries shortly after.According to reports, the 30 Rock actor is returning to work for the first time after the incident, and will be filming a new project in Hampshire.The Sun reports that he is taking the lead in upcoming film 97 Minutes, following a highjacked plane that is due to crash when fuel runs out.‘Filming is top secret, but there is a lot of buzz that Alec is set to get back to work after Rust,’ an insider told the publication.‘Of course, safety on set is paramount and the crew is being kept to an absolute minimum so he can focus on his work.’Baldwin confirmed that he was travelling to do a ‘little job’ earlier this week, sharing an emotional video in the airport lounge before his flight to the UK.‘I am about to go on a trip to go do a little job, and I am – as I often am – miserable,’ he began. ‘I’m very sad whenever I leave my family. ‘I leave my family for a brief job, it’s not that long, but I hate it.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterThe Church of Scientology has argued that a California appeals court made a mistake when it granted members a “sweeping and unbounded” right to leave the church.The California Court of Appeal ruled on Jan. 20 that church members cannot be bound to a perpetual agreement to resolve disputes before a religious arbitration panel after the members have left the faith.The case arises from allegations against Danny Masterson, a church member and a star of “That ’70s Show” who faces a criminal trial on rape charges later this year.

Alec Baldwin was seen chatting on his cell on a coffee run weeks after he turned over the device to police as they investigate the fatal Rust shooting.While stepping out to pick up somejava on Wednesday in New York City, the63-year-old actor appeared to be deep in conversation on the phone.As he braved the cold he held onto acup carrier, which contained two warmed beverages and an iced drink. Deep in conversation: Alec Baldwin was seen chatting on his cell on a coffee run, weeks after he turned over the device to police as they investigate the fatal Rust shootingFor the outing, the dad-of-seven sported a padded black jacket, matching nylon trousers and a pair of brown loafers.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterFour people have been arrested on federal charges stemming from the overdose death of actor Michael K. Williams last September, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New York announced on Wednesday.Irvin Cartagena, 39, is accused of selling heroin laced with fentanyl to Williams in Manhattan on Sept.

A Republican New Mexico legislator wants movie actors and other film-set professionals to undergo state-sponsored gun-safety training after a cinematographer was fatally shot last year by Alec Baldwin with a weapon he says he thought was not loaded with live ammunition.

A New Mexico State senator on Monday introduced legislation that would require actors and other crew members to take a gun-safety course offered by the New Mexico Game and Fish Department, a move that comes just more than three months after the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the Santa Fe set of Rust.