This marks Alec Baldwin’s eighth child overall—he shares his eldest daughter, Ireland Baldwin, with his former wife, Kim Basinger—but it is his seventh with Hilaria. Some online conversations questioned their decision to have such a large family.
Hilaria addressed these discussions in an Instagram post:
“When people ask or comment, we often go to silly and self-deprecating jokes on my part. I love to laugh at myself—so it’s all good… keeps me sane. All jokes aside, however, I am grateful for this experience.”
She went on to reflect on motherhood:
“I know too well the joys and the losses, the beauty and the heartache that motherhood brings. I have learned to respect and embrace the wonderful, the hard, the uncomfortable, the magical, and the unknown of this incredible process I am so blessed to experience again and again.”
For the Baldwins, family remains their top priority.
Discussion Over Baby Ilaria’s Name
Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have consistently chosen Spanish-inspired names for their children, a preference that has drawn attention in the past.
Following a past controversy regarding Hilaria’s heritage, some online users commented on the name choice, reigniting discussions from 2020 about her cultural background.
Some reactions on social media included:
“Her name choices are interesting given her background.”
“Not one American name in the mix?”
However, others pointed out that the name Ilaria is actually of Italian origin, meaning ‘cheerful,’ and has been in use long before recent debates arose.
The Baldwins Remain Focused on Their Family
Despite the discussions, Alec and Hilaria continue to focus on their family and embrace parenthood with joy.
In a statement to People Magazine, they expressed their excitement:
“How grateful we feel to welcome our newest little daughter into this world. Just as magical and filled with love as every other little person we have been blessed with.”
While public conversations continue, the Baldwins remain committed to raising their children with love and joy, staying focused on what matters most to them—family.