Alec Baldwin crashes Hilaria’s car, blames ‘whale-sized’ garbage truck and ‘big fat tree’ for it

On Instagram, Alec Baldwin recounted the apparent chain of events that led to the crash and assured followers that he and Stephen Baldwin were fine
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Alec Baldwin reportedly crashed his wife Hilaria Baldwin’s Range Rover into a tree in East Hampton on Monday, October 13 (Getty Images)
Alec Baldwin reportedly crashed his wife Hilaria Baldwin’s Range Rover into a tree in East Hampton on Monday, October 13 (Getty Images)

 
 
 
 
 
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EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK: Alec Baldwin blamed a “garbage truck the size of a whale” for a car crash that left his wife Hilaria Baldwin’s white Range Rover smashed into a tree in the Hamptons on Monday, October 13.

The 67-year-old actor, who was traveling with his brother Stephen Baldwin, assured fans that both were unharmed after the Monday afternoon collision on Montauk Highway.

EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 12: Stephen Baldwin and Alec Baldwin attend the Chairman's Brunch during the 33rd Hamptons International Film Festival on October 12, 2025 in East Hampton, New York. (Photo by Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images)
Stephen Baldwin and Alec Baldwin attend the Chairman's Brunch during the 33rd Hamptons International Film Festival on October 12, 2025, in East Hampton, New York. (Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images)

Alec Baldwin shares update after Hamptons crash

In an Instagram video posted on Monday night, Alec Baldwin recounted the bizarre chain of events that led to the crash, claiming a garbage truck abruptly cut him off.

“To avoid hitting him, I hit a tree, I hit a big, fat tree and crushed my car — my wife’s car. I crushed my wife’s car. I feel bad about that. But it’s all fine, I’m fine, and my brother’s fine,” the 'Beetlejuice' actor shared.

EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 12: Alec Baldwin and Stephen Baldwin attend the Chairman's Brunch during the 33rd Hamptons International Film Festival on October 12, 2025 in East Hampton, New York. (Photo by Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images)
Alec Baldwin and Stephen Baldwin attend the Chairman's Brunch during the 33rd Hamptons International Film Festival on October 12, 2025, in East Hampton, New York (Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images)

Photos from the scene showed a white Range Rover crashed into a tree near a blue tow truck, with a National Waste Services garbage truck also present. Witnesses said the truck remained at the site as police and emergency personnel arrived.



 

Despite the damage, Alec appeared in good spirits, assuring followers that the incident was minor and praising first responders for their professionalism. “As nice as can be, as pleasant as can be about the whole thing,” he said, highlighting an “Officer Gerken” from the East Hampton Police Department for his assistance.

Alec Baldwin mixes accident recap with film festival talk

Alec Baldwin’s video, filmed in part at the scene of the wreck, veered between discussing the crash and reminiscing about his weekend at the Hamptons International Film Festival, which had concluded the day before. He spent a portion of the clip congratulating the event’s organizers, including his fellow chairs and executive board members.

The actor also mentioned his upcoming travel plans, saying, “I’m going to LA to see my family, can’t wait. I’m going out to California to gather my family, to spend a few days there and then I’m home.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 11: (L-R) Alec Baldwin, Hilaria Baldwin and family attend the Spellbound Premiere on November 11, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Netflix)
Alec Baldwin, Hilaria Baldwin, and family attend the Spellbound Premiere on November 11, 2024, in New York City (Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Netflix)

Before signing off, Alec took a moment to thank law enforcement and to express affection for his wife, seemingly in light of the wrecked vehicle. “Hilaria, I love you more than anything. I’m very proud of you,” he said, smiling at the camera.

 (L-R) Alec Baldwin, Maria Lucia Baldwin, Leonardo Baldwin, Romeo Baldwin, Rafael Baldwin, Carmen Baldwin, Hilaria Baldwin and Eduardo Baldwin attend the premiere of Netflix's
Alec Baldwin, Maria Lucia Baldwin, Leonardo Baldwin, Romeo Baldwin, Rafael Baldwin, Carmen Baldwin, Hilaria Baldwin, and Eduardo Baldwin attend the premiere of Netflix's 'Spellbound' at The Paris Theatre on November 11, 2024, in New York City (Rob Kim/WireImage)

He ended the video with a hint of self-deprecating humor, assuring fans, “I’m fine, other than my typical craziness,” while twirling his finger near his head in jest.

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