Hilaria Baldwin, the wife of actor Alec Baldwin, has ignited fresh controversy over her accent in a recent cooking video where she attempted to prepare a traditional Spanish tortilla. The video, shared during the Christmas holidays, features Baldwin navigating the cooking process while discussing her passion for Spanish cuisine. However, just like previous instances that drew public scrutiny, Baldwin faced backlash for her apparent struggles with bilingualism when she paused awkwardly to search for the English word for ‘onions,’ saying, ‘What’s the word? Onions? Oh my God, I’m losing my mind here.’ This incident recalls a major public relations issue from a few years ago when Baldwin was accused of faking her Spanish heritage, which led to a wave of criticism and media attention.
In the video, Baldwin, who was born in Boston and raised in a primarily English-speaking environment, has asserted her connection to Spanish culture and language over the years. Her accent and fluency have been subjects of public fascination, leading to mixed reactions from audiences. Baldwin previously stated, ‘I grew up in a multicultural household. I love sharing my love for Spain and Spanish culture.’
Despite her attempts to embrace Spanish identity through culinary expressions, critics are now resurfacing past controversies, questioning her authenticity. Social media reactions to the recent video were swift, with some fans expressing support while others expressed disbelief, asserting that the entire situation was disingenuous. Hilaria Baldwin remains a polarizing figure, balancing her efforts to honor her purported heritage amidst the scrutiny of a skeptical audience.
