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Alec Baldwin lost his cool in a New York City encounter that reminded everyone just how thin-skinned he can be, especially when faced with one of his favorite foils: a Donald Trump impersonator. The Hollywood heavyweight, better known for his portrayal of Trump on Saturday Night Live than for any meaningful contributions to cinema, was unloading luggage from his SUV when comedian Jason Scoop approached him, dummying up the former president and serving Baldwin a hearty dose of mockery.
At first, Baldwin tried to channel his inner Zen as he struggled with his bags, likely wishing for a portal out of the awkward situation. But Scoop, fully in character, continued to poke the bear, throwing out jabs about the upcoming presidential election and Baldwin’s infamous legal troubles over that little incident on the set of Rust. The comedian was having a blast, offering Baldwin a “total pardon” for the tragic shooting, if only he would “kiss the ring.” If there was a word for this moment, it would be “epic.”
Things reached a boiling point when Baldwin, losing all sense of composure, snapped and threatened to turn Scoop into a human pretzel—if only a camera weren’t rolling. His rage was palpable and amusing, proving once again that Baldwin’s acting chops have not translated well from scripted performances to real-life interactions. With all his talk of snapping necks, Baldwin demonstrated that the real crime might just be his lack of self-control in public settings.
The amusing encounter didn’t just end in drama; it went viral with over 629,000 views almost instantly. Reactions flooded social media, mostly poking fun at Baldwin’s inability to take a joke while a few defended him and chastised the impersonator for agitating the star. The public loves a good spectacle, especially when it involves a once-a-week Trump roast at Baldwin’s expense.
Alec Baldwin lost his cool in New York City after being confronted by a Trump impersonator who pushed all the right buttons—until Baldwin finally snappedhttps://t.co/PliYF5Ut2F
— Elena (@helen44767171) February 25, 2025
Baldwin’s hot temper has been on display before, particularly since he’s become embroiled in legal trouble from the Rust set shooting that left cinematographer Halyna Hutchins dead. Originally charged with involuntary manslaughter, Baldwin found himself in a public relations nightmare that could only be rivaled by a reality TV star’s worst day. After a rollercoaster of criminal charges and forensic intrigue, the actor has mostly escaped legal accountability—though civil suits from Hutchins’ family continue to shadow him like a dark cloud, reminding him that past actions have a way of coming back to bite.
Meanwhile, Scoop, reveling in the attention, cheekily touted Baldwin’s newfound reputation, even with comedic jabs that put the actor in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Baldwin may have thought he was the king of Trump impersonations, but it turns out he’s just another actor learning the hard way that some jokes are better left on the stage instead of in the streets. The lesson? Baldwin may need to lighten up or risk becoming the butt of the joke—and watching some other poor soul swoop in to steal the show.
