‘Rust’ Actor Defends Alec Baldwin, Says Actors Not Liable for Gun Security

“Rust” actor Douglas Stewart is adamant about who’s accountable for firearms on movie units, and says Alec Baldwin‘s getting a uncooked deal … as a result of actors usually are not usually accountable for gun security.

Douglas shared his ideas Friday on “TMZ Dwell” concerning the announcement Baldwin will likely be charged with involuntary manslaughter for the 2021 deadly capturing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the “Rust” set.

Douglas says every time he is been on a set with weapons there have been strict procedures in place — procedures that clearly state a stage supervisor or armorer is accountable for getting ready and handing weapons to actors.

As an actor, he says he is by no means been allowed to verify a gun or open the chamber … whether or not for TV, movie, or stage play.

Most significantly, Douglas additionally says that is the trade customary — that actors belief the professionals in relation to firearms.

If that’s the case, that might turn out to be a vital a part of Baldwin’s protection, ought to his case go to trial.

As for Baldwin’s function as an govt producer … Douglas says his understanding is that he was not concerned in security or day-to-day manufacturing in a hands-on means — as an alternative, he thinks Baldwin’s title was extra about funds and his compensation.

Douglas additionally informed us the charges against Alec will not change his method on movie units — he nonetheless will not take it upon himself to verify a weapon, however will ask the armorer to double-check in entrance of him.

He says he merely has no alternative, however to be tremendous cautious.