Rust Part 1: The Death of Halyna Hutchins

On October 21, 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of the Western film Rust when a gun held by actor Alec Baldwin discharged during a rehearsal. The bullet struck Halyna in the chest and also injured director Joel Souza. She was rushed to the hospital but died from her injuries. She was just 42 years old. The tragedy shocked the entertainment industry and raised urgent questions: How did a live round end up in a prop gun? Who was responsible for checking the weapon? And why were there so many safety violations on set? In Part 1, we explore the events leading up to Halyna's death, the chaotic production environment, the unqualified armorer, and the critical failures that turned a routine rehearsal into a fatal disaster. This is the story of a preventable tragedy and the search for accountability. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Follow us on Instagram: @momsandmysteries Join our Patreon: patreon.com/momsandmysteries Visit our website: momsandmysteries.com #TrueCrime #Podcast #FloridaMoms #RustMovie #HalynaHutchins #AlecBaldwin #SetSafety #Hollywood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices