Alec Baldwin shares Father’s Day wishes and family life, offering a glimpse into his unique approach to balancing personal time and managing a large household. At the recent 2025 Gotham TV Awards in New York, the veteran actor discussed how he values moments of solitude amid the constant bustle that comes with being a father to eight children.
‘Me Time’ and the Reality of Baldwin Family Life
Known for his role on 30 Rock, Alec Baldwin, at 67, is the father of Ireland Baldwin, his daughter with Kim Basinger, and seven more young children with his wife, Hilaria Baldwin. He shared that his perfect Father’s Day would include some quality “me time,” where he gets to be in charge.
“I’d ride my bike to Virginia,”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
“I’ll have a long time with fresh air.”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
Baldwin admitted that carving out time alone with Hilaria is a challenge, considering their busy household with children Carmen, Rafael, Leonardo, Romeo, Eduardo, María Lucía, and Ilaria. Date nights are a rare escape, squeezed between daily routines.
“We escape our house by the skin of our teeth to leave our kids,”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
“A 90 minute dinner, and then we go home and go to bed.”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
In contrast, Hilaria Baldwin finds her joy in the energetic atmosphere of a full house. She reflected that for her, Mother’s Day is most meaningful when spent in the company of her entire family, embracing every part of motherhood from playground visits to homework sessions and Baldwinito fitness classes.
“Remembering the journey of making these little people,”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
“Playgrounds, climbing trees, homework, random Baldwinito fitness class.”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
Becoming a Grandparent and Embracing Family Roles
The Baldwin family dynamic continues to evolve, especially since Ireland Baldwin became a mother herself in 2023, welcoming daughter Holland. This milestone allowed Hilaria to embrace the role of grandmother, highlighting the interconnectedness among family members despite their generational differences. Hilaria shared on a TLC episode the unique bond formed while her own youngest child was nearly nine months older than Ireland’s baby.
“It’s so wonderful because we were pregnant together, but just barely,”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
“almost nine months older than Ireland’s baby.”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
Hilaria also reflected on her relationship with Ireland, underscoring the humor they find in their stepmother-stepdaughter connection, given their close ages and distinct experiences.
“It’s unique for a stepmom and stepdaughter relationship, because that’s technically what we are,”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
“First of all, I’m 11 years older than her. I didn’t raise her and we find tremendous humor in that, and we always have found tremendous humor.”
—Hilaria Baldwin, Media Personality
The Baldwin Siblings and Their Extended Family
Alec Baldwin, born Alexander Rae Baldwin III in 1958, is part of a prominent and large family. He is the eldest brother among the six Baldwin siblings, with Daniel, William (Billy), and Stephen as his younger brothers. The Baldwin sisters, Elizabeth (Beth) Baldwin Keuchler and Jane Baldwin Sasso, also play significant roles in the family network, each with their own children and personal stories.
The Influence and Legacy of ‘Mama Baldwin’
Family matriarch Carol Newcomb, affectionately known as Mama Baldwin, imparted valuable lessons about resilience to her children after surviving breast cancer in 1991. She lived a full life until May 2022, leaving behind a legacy that includes a cancer research foundation, 25 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Alec Baldwin honored his mother‘s impact upon her passing.
“My mother taught me about second acts. And third ones, too,”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
“She spent the last 25 years of her life as a fighter and a champion for the cause to which she devoted so much energy.”
—Alec Baldwin, Actor
Alec Baldwin’s Marriages and Children
Alec Baldwin was first married to Kim Basinger from 1993 to 2002, sharing one daughter, Ireland. After marrying Hilaria Baldwin in 2012, he welcomed seven more children: daughters Carmen Gabriela, María Lucía Victoria, and Ilaria Catalina Irena, and sons Rafael Thomas, Leonardo Ángel Charles, Romeo Alejandro David, and Eduardo Pao Lucas. Each child adds to the vibrant tapestry of the Baldwin household, reflecting both its challenges and rewards.
Welcoming the Next Generation: Grandchildren
In 2023, Ireland Baldwin and her partner, musician André Allen Anjos (known as RAC), introduced the Baldwins’ next generation with the birth of their daughter, Holland. This expanding family reflects the ongoing growth and evolution of the Baldwin legacy.
Daniel Baldwin’s Expanding Family Ties
Daniel Baldwin, born in 1960, has a complex family life, having married four times and nurturing six children. His first marriage to Cheryl brought daughter Kahlea, followed by daughter Alexandra from his marriage to Elizabeth. His partnership with Isabella Hoffman resulted in son Atticus. With model Joanne Smith, Daniel had daughters Avis and Finley. He later married D’Asia Bellamy, with whom he has son William Bat Baldwin.
Billy Baldwin’s Family with Chynna Phillips
Billy Baldwin, married to singer Chynna Phillips since 1995, has three children: daughters Jameson and Brooke, and son Vance. The family faced adversity together, with Vance successfully overcoming cancer after intensive medical treatment. Billy shared how Vance maintained a positive spirit through his illness.
“stayed VERY positive, focused and kept his life as normal as possible… every single day,”
—Billy Baldwin, Actor
“Kid’s a tough son of a bitch. Sharp as a tack. Funny as hell. Tough as nails. Heart of gold.”
—Billy Baldwin, Actor
Jameson and Brooke are both now adults, continuing the family’s close-knit legacy.
“One of the coolest, toughest kids you’ll ever know.”
—Billy Baldwin, Actor
Stephen Baldwin’s Branch: Parenting and New Additions
Stephen Baldwin, the youngest brother, has been married to Kennya Deodato since 1990. Together, they have two daughters, Alaia and Hailey. Their legacy as parents continues, with Alaia and her husband, Andrew Aronow, welcoming daughter Iris Elle Aranow. Hailey Baldwin, renowned for her modeling career, married singer Justin Bieber, forging another high-profile family connection.
“been hard to keep this to myself, my beautiful niece is here and she is PERFECT…Auntie Hails loves you sooooo much.”
—Hailey Bieber, Model
Hailey Baldwin’s New Chapter as a Bieber
Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber, friends for a decade, tied the knot in a New York courthouse ceremony in 2018, followed by a lavish celebration in South Carolina. Reflecting on her new last name and family legacy, Hailey described the transition and her pride in coming from a respected background in the entertainment industry.
“It took some getting used to, for sure,”
—Hailey Bieber, Model
“It’s definitely strange, it takes adjusting.”
—Hailey Bieber, Model
“I’m very proud of my family name. I come from a great family with a history in this industry.”
—Hailey Bieber, Model
In May 2024, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child together. On August 23, Justin Bieber revealed their son‘s arrival, further extending the Baldwin and Bieber family lines.
“Amen. Congratulations to you and may God continue to bless our family.”
—Stephen Baldwin, Actor
The Broader Impact of the Baldwin Extended Family
The Baldwin family’s influence stretches across generations and industries, from acting to music to advocacy. Their story reflects enduring connections, shared humor, and the resolve to support one another through milestones and challenges. As they continue to grow—with new marriages, grandchildren, and major life transitions—Alec Baldwin’s Father’s Day wishes represent not just the desire for “me time,” but a celebration of the intricate, loving, and sometimes chaotic world of family that he calls home. Their network, including figures such as Jane Baldwin Sasso, Cheryl, Mama Baldwin, Romeo Alejandro David, and more, marks a living legacy of resilience and kinship that continues to captivate and inspire.
