Heartbreak and Drama: Hilaria Baldwin's Dual Battle with Dama's Loss and DWTS Criticism
HILARIA BALDWIN'S WORLD ROCKED BY TRAGEDY: Beloved Family Dog Dama Passes Away
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Hilaria Baldwin, the 41-year-old fitness author and Dancing with the Stars contestant, has suffered a devastating loss in her family. Her beloved Maltese dog, Dama, passed away over the weekend, leaving Baldwin and her husband Alec heartbroken.
Taking to Instagram on Saturday, Baldwin shared a poignant tribute to her furry friend, writing: "Rest in peace, sweet Dama. You brought so much joy to our lives... you were that dog that slept on my pregnant belly." The post was accompanied by a series of adorable photos showcasing Dama's life with the Baldwin family.
Baldwin's fans and fellow contestants flooded the comments section with condolences, including a heartfelt message from PETA: "We were so very sad to hear about Dama’s passing. Sending love and condolences to your whole family." But amidst the outpouring of support, some viewers couldn't help but wonder if Baldwin's focus on her dance journey was taking precedence over her family life.
DWTS Drama Continues as Hilaria Fights for Survival
Baldwin's personal loss comes at a tumultuous time in her Dancing with the Stars journey. The mother-of-seven narrowly escaped elimination last week, but only after a double elimination sent two teams packing. Baldwin and her pro partner Gleb Savchenko scraped through to another round, but it seems like the drama is far from over.
A Reddit user recently shared a screenshot of Baldwin's comment section on Instagram, where she liked a comment that seemed to suggest she didn't think she should have been in danger of elimination. The comment, which was posted by a fan, read: "I loved your dance. Honestly I didn't understand why the scores were so low... It takes credibility from the show." The post sparked controversy among Baldwin's fans, with some accusing her of being insensitive and ungrateful.
"I haven't seen any of the other stars liking comments that put the other dancers down and say the show lacks credibility because she didn't get better scores than the other dancers," wrote one Reddit user. "I've actually been open to her, even with her dance history, but this is off-putting to me."
Baldwin's Accent Controversy Resurfaces
But Baldwin's DWTS drama isn't the only thing making headlines. Her accent has once again become a topic of discussion among viewers, who are quick to point out that she was accused of faking a Spanish accent in 2020.
In an interview with Good Morning America after her previous performance on Dancing with the Stars, Baldwin seemed to revert back to speaking with a slight accent. Viewers immediately took to social media to mock her for it, with one commenter writing: "Why the accent is my only question." Another quipped: "The accent. Please stop. She is from Massachusetts."
Baldwin's accent controversy has been ongoing since 2020, when she was accused of faking a Spanish accent on social media. At the time, Baldwin denied the allegations, but it seems like the issue still lingers.
Alec Baldwin's Support for Hilaria Amidst the Drama
But despite the drama surrounding her dance journey and accent controversy, Alec Baldwin has been a constant source of support for his wife. In an interview with The Scholarly Note.com (TSN) earlier this month, Baldwin spoke about how her husband has been helping her through the ups and downs of Dancing with the Stars.
"He's been doing the TikToks with me, hasn't he? And now he gets a little relief," she joked. "I'll be bothering Gleb now." It seems like Alec is taking it all in stride, even when his wife is at the center of controversy.
As Baldwin continues to navigate the challenges of Dancing with the Stars, one thing is clear: her family will always come first. Rest in peace, Dama.
