What's happened
Alec Baldwin faces involuntary manslaughter charge after fatal shooting on movie set
Why it matters
The indictment of a high-profile actor for a fatal shooting on a movie set has sparked debate about responsibility and safety in the film industry.
What the papers say
The Independent defends Baldwin, highlighting the actor's lack of responsibility for firearms on set. The Times emphasizes the upcoming trial and the potential consequences for Baldwin. Al Jazeera and AP News provide detailed accounts of the grand jury indictment and the events leading up to it.
How we got here
Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene on the set of the movie Rust when the gun he was holding went off, killing cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. The case was initially dismissed due to concerns about the gun's modification, but was revived after new analysis.
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Alexander Rae Baldwin III is an American actor, writer, producer, comedian, and political activist. A member of the Baldwin family, he is the eldest of the four Baldwin brothers, all actors.
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