Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 18, 2025 · Entertainment

Hilaria Baldwin Reveals Year-Long Recovery from Broken Hip with Inspiring Yoga Clip

Alec Baldwin's wife Hilaria, 41, showed off a scar from a past broken hip injury that left her struggling to walk for nearly one year; seen in 2024 in NYC

SCANDALOUS! Hilaria Baldwin's Secret Struggle with Chronic Pain Exposed

In a shocking revelation, Alec Baldwin's wife, Hilaria, has opened up about her long-buried struggle with chronic pain stemming from a devastating broken hip injury she sustained at the tender age of 25. The 41-year-old TV personality took to Instagram on Sunday to share an intimate video of herself doing yoga, flaunting a vibrant orange sports bra and matching bottoms as she showcased a noticeable scar on her upper left hip area.

"A Lifetime of Pain"

The TV personality jumped to her Instagram page on Sunday to share a clip of herself doing yoga

Hilaria's caption spilled all the juicy details about her past ordeal. "I broke my hip when I was 25 and couldn't walk well for the better part of a year," she revealed, adding that it took her "years to recover and, quite honestly, it will never be the same." The mom-of-seven confessed that moving has become an essential part of her daily routine, not just for physical benefits but also as a means of showing gratitude.

"A Life-Changing Injury"

The reality TV star's past injuries have been well-documented. In 2020, she broke her ankle while running and narrowly escaped a more severe accident when a car whizzed by without leaving any room for escape. "I ran up on the berm to avoid the car and as I was returning to the road, I fell and broke my ankle," Hilaria recounted in a past interview.

She sported a vibrant orange sports bra as well as matching bottoms to give her followers a glimpse at a scar on her upper left hip area

And if that wasn't enough, last year, Hilaria was spotted donning a boot on her right foot while strolling through New York City. Her fans have been speculating about her health issues for quite some time now, with many expressing concern over her chronic pain and mobility struggles.

"The Mind-Body Connection"

Hilaria's passion for yoga and movement is no secret. In her 2016 book, The Living Clearly Method: 5 Principles for a Fit Body, Healthy Mind & Joyful Life, she spoke about the importance of synchronizing one's mind and body. "The mind and the body speak two different languages," Hilaria wrote. "The body speaks a language of movement. The mind is very wrapped up in drama." She emphasized that when one's mind and body are in sync, they experience joy.

The star wrote, 'broke my hip when I was 25 and couldn't walk well for the better part of a year. You can see the scar on the outside of my hip'

DWTS Rumors Heat Up

With Season 34 of Dancing With The Stars set to premiere on September 16, Hilaria has been fueling speculation about her potential participation on the show. A video she posted earlier this month showed her dancing alongside a fan comment that read: "Girl can dance!! Getting ready for DWTS?" While she didn't directly confirm or deny the rumors, reposting the comment sent the internet into a frenzy.

"Incorrigible" and "Tiresome"?

The reality star has suffered other injuries in the past as well, such as in 2020 when she broke her ankle

The comments section was filled with both admiration and criticism. Some fans expressed their enthusiasm for Hilaria's potential appearance on DWTS, while others couldn't get enough of dissing the Baldwin family. "I literally couldn't get through their reality show," one user wrote. Another described the experience as "tiresome." A TikTok user bluntly stated: "Give it up!!"

"LOOK AT ME! LOOK AT ME!"

In response to the backlash, Hilaria seemingly brushed off the negative comments by posting a new video of her and Alec dancing outside their home. The caption read: "DWTS here he comes." Some fans couldn't help but snicker at the comment, interpreting it as an attempt to steal the spotlight.

In her 2016 book titled The Living Clearly Method: 5 Principles for a Fit Body, Healthy Mind & Joyful Life, the mom-of-seven talked about fitness and movement

"A Family Affair"

As Hilaria and Alec await the official cast announcement for DWTS on September 3, they're still reeling from the aftermath of their TLC reality series The Baldwins. The show offered a behind-the-scenes look into their lives with their seven children: Carmen, 11, Rafael, 10, Leonardo, eight, Romeo, seven, Eduardo, four, Maria Lucia, four, and Ilana, two.

"A Legacy of Scandal"

Aside from her passion for yoga, Hilaria also enjoys dancing - and recently sparked differing opinions over rumors that she could be joining the next season of Dancing With The Stars

The couple's marriage has been under the microscope for years. Hilaria's memoir, Manuel Not Included, released in May, shed light on her experiences as a mother of seven, while also addressing the controversy surrounding her accent and the devastating impact of the Rust shooting on their family.

And just last year, Alec's involuntary manslaughter trial was dismissed over the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set of Rust in 2021. The single bullet that struck Hutchins also injured director Joel Souza's arm.

A Lifetime of Drama and Scandal

While Hilaria did not directly answer the question, her reposting the comment further ignited rumors

The Baldwin family has been at the center of numerous controversies over the years, with Hilaria's personal struggles being just one aspect of their lives under constant scrutiny. As fans await the official cast announcement for DWTS, they can't help but wonder what other secrets and scandals this beloved TV personality will reveal.

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Hilaria seemingly brushed aside the negative reception from some fans by posting another clip this week as both she and husband Alec danced outside

The couple - who tied the knot in 2012 - showcased each of their own dance skills as she wrote in the caption, 'DWTS here he comes'

Earlier this year, their TLC reality series The Baldwins began airing in February and officially concluded in April after eight episodes