Former 'Rust' crew member speaks out about safety concerns l GMA

[@bec6384]

I mean the guy cited safety concerns and resigned BEFORE anything happened... it sounds pretty true to me

[@shantoreywilkins651]

#yep ⚖👁👁🕵🕵‍♂️🕵‍♀️🔬📽

[@real2reel947]

He got into an altercation with Hutchins and she wound up dead. His own cast mates are saying he is the type of guy that does dumb stuff the "prove points" all the time... why would this be any different then being taught one of his lessons..

[@onewhoisaboveall]

who knows. take a look at the rebuttal by the costume designer Terese Davis. She goes off on this guy and his crew for being divas and lying and they quit because they wanted more money then normal and 5 star hotels etc. shes pretty convincing.

[@slewone4905]

MOre reliable than the costume person who said it was safe, and when THERE WAS ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE, they checked the gun immediately, and apologize.

[@slewone4905]

@@onewhoisaboveall SHe said it was safe and there were only a couple of accidental discharge and they apologize!!!!

[@a.m2707]

This man is risking his career and the possibility of never working again over speaking out. We need to listen to him.

[@marksark1119]

Too resign before the tragic incident and speak out afterwards; we as the public can only hope the industry listens and learns. But, as you said, he'll probably not work in the industry again. Also, that grand Hollywood machine might make a few safety jestures and continue on as though nothing happened at all.

[@awavee6054]

Wake up

[@a.m2707]

@@awavee6054 🤡

[@EtherealAriel]

What? Stop making things unnecessarily dramatic.

[@oshawott4218]

@@uyoebyik I’m sure Alec Baldwin brought the live rounds to set because he wanted to kill people and I’m sure it was his job to make sure he knows everything about guns before he handed the gun to himself. Not anyone else on the set who was hired and trained to do all of Alec Baldwin’s jobs that he was also trained and hired to do. 😂

[@dougthemoleman]

He resigned before the incident. The concerns listed were listed before the incident. I understand the production company want to cover their a**, but claiming the first camera assistant has something to gain from this is just desperate and stupid. The man is clearly not comfortable talking publicly about this, and only stands to lose by doing so, and he's doing it anyway. He's not making any friends, but forgoing his anonymity and speaking out publicly lends weight to the claims that multiple crew members have made. Safety was obviously not up to snuff, and multiple people walked out prior to this tragedy happening.

[@waitandhope]

It's clear he's giving correct info, he mentions specifically no safety sheet attached to the other paperwork and it being ignored

[@essji2024]

Agreed! He’s speaking out not for recognition or publicity but Bekuz by not speaking out it would weigh heavily on his conscience. He sees the lies Alec is telling and is calling BS on the all those in charge! Unfortunately an innocent person was killed bkuz people were negligent trying to save money by cutting corners!!! There is a REASON why safety checks MUST be followed! ESPECIALLY when weapons are involved!!!

[@onewhoisaboveall]

who knows. take a look at the rebuttal by the costume designer Terese Davis. She goes off on this guy and his crew for being divas and lying and they quit because they wanted more money then normal and 5 star hotels etc. shes pretty convincing.

[@lindalumae]

@@onewhoisaboveall it’s going to be very hard to know who is speaking the truth. My understanding is just that they wanted hotels. That is not unreasonable if you are working 12-14 hour days and you have to tack on 2 hours for travel. That is a recipe for car accidents during the commute or tired employees that might be more apt to make mistakes. It’s just all a mess and the public has no way to know the truth.

[@i.m.demarco2324]

@@onewhoisaboveall She was there, at the time of the tragedy.. she has her version of what exactly happened

[@richardkhalife6062]

He wrote his resignation letter BEFORE the shooting!!

[@KatelynDawn]

Yeah! And to say he is doing this for personal gain?? I don't get it.

[@Mae__Day1]

Who did?

[@csauzier]

@@Mae__Day1 I'm sure the lawyers for rust he is going to be a witness against them so they are goingto play dirty to discredit him i bet they are going to try and find anything on him to keep him quiet...

[@ms.shunte8323]

He loaded the gun on purpose...he’s giving weirdo vibes.

[@ameliabedelia7018]

@@csauzier when you say “play dirty” do you mean sexually?

[@jkstubbington]

I could feel this man’s stress and grief way before the last question; my condolences to all who were touched by Halyna’s life and work.

[@amandamarielipinski]

Applaud him for going public and making a statement.

[@guysumpthin2974]

Multiple people walked off the set prior , 500 rounds on the set , target practice with live rounds, no safety screen, “no shooting in that scene” -script supervisor

[@christophera556]

@@guysumpthin2974 meaning it was a disaster waiting too happen.

[@triamaria]

@@christophera556 Perfect storm, like he said....

[@mikehawk7230]

He put the live round In the gun

[@christinasornbutnark1208]

He seems like he’s telling the truth. What could he possibly gain except trouble. I believe him.

[@stevenhombrados1530]

He is telling the truth.

[@georgebarton1582]

I'm not saying this in argument that he isn't telling the truth. That said there is a lot he can gain from this whether he is telling the truth or lying. It's naive to think otherwise. It's Hollywood. We are talking about a business during it's history includes murder,bribery,connections to the mafia etc. We are talking about a business that turns incidents like this into movies for profit.

[@thatoneannoyingclown4996]

Getting with murder. These are poor excuses. if he waited 4 seconds and look at the gun too see if its loaded.(rule 1 of firearm safety: assume all firearms are loaded unless proven otherwise) He didn't had to reckless point that firearm at something he doesnt want to destroy (rule 2 and 3: do not place your finger around the trigger until you are ready to destroy what is in front of you. watch your barrel and where it's point at) three simple rules that every gun owner is has to follow here in the states that he recklessly broke. I dare not say it's cold murder. But he is just as much to blame as the person who loaded it. If this was a normal idiot here in the states. They would fry them up and charge them with probably every murder charge there is. But snice he is a actor he gets special treatment

[@juujuubees379]

Funny how he makes safety claims but no one backs them up then he sends a resignation letter and the accident happened the next day , maybe Luper needs to be investigated. He wanted better accommodations and better hotel room and he was denied so he was angry.

[@stevenhombrados1530]

@@juujuubees379 As we all getting more of the story, more and more he’s becoming less credible.

[@dave.willard]

So the costume designer that the producers are touting to disclaim this mans testimony said there were multiple unplanned weapon discharges that were apologized for and that there were no safety problems? That makes no sense at all. This camera assistant is the first person I have seen that seems to be honestly forthcoming about events leading up to the tragedy.

[@Indicadores-de-problemas]

Someone is lying 🤥

[@Mowo714]

This guy is the only one looking for credit behind the whole thing and y’all believe him This works is doomed

[@KatharineGalpin]

Going on about hotels, trying to paint the camera crew as a bunch of divas. Defending the management, safety, and order of a production where someone was shot and killed? Saying that we've got to give the new guy a chance to gain experience, in defense of the armorer being so green. Just amazing things to say after someone is dead for all of those reasons. The whole costume designer post is just strange and rambling and it is disappointing that Baldwin retweeted it.

[@Indicadores-de-problemas]

Well you guys were defending him so.. why do many complaints now?

[@dave.willard]

@@Mowo714 he said he didn’t want to be on the news. He is believable. He wrote down his take on the problem BEFORE the horrible event and delivered it to the producers. He is the only person telling the truth so far. He is not making money and seemed genuinely distraught over the death of his former boss.

[@tammilee4840]

Genuine man right here. I could feel his emotions coming thru his interview as he tried to stay composed.

[@Trumblocity]

So sad. This is a terrible situation that affected many people. He seems like an honest person who tried to make a difference.

[@Floridafanatic28]

I don't see why he would be lying. He had a great opportunity in this interview to say "yes, they were target practicing I saw it myself" but he didn't do that. He said he really didn't know if that was true or not. If he was someone who wanted to gain something from this he would take every opportunity that was offered to prove his point but he hasn't done that. I for one believe everything that he said.

[@jcs137]

Yes, He was very believable plus the fact he has written proof in resignation letter before tragedy.

[@ryveralexander8511]

He quit day BEFORE, not after Baldwin killed Halsyna, for publicity!

[@Mowo714]

He’s the only one tryna add his name into this

[@dave.willard]

@@Mowo714 that is false. The costume designer is the one that has come out AFTER the fact to share a story completely supporting the producers and Baldwin. This guy is on record BEFORE the incident sharing that the set was unsafe on many levels.

[@Mowo714]

@@dave.willard i just think he's suspect...just how he's on the news talking the way he is...i have been in the business for 11 years and I'm telling you this guy is off

[@belindamccormick7466]

You speak honestly and openly. You are Hylana's voice being the one closest to you. And you are sticking your neck out, but we know the truth always is revealed. Good for you.💫

[@shantoreywilkins651]

🎯

[@stubstunner]

@@shantoreywilkins651 - Yep. He got a double bullseye.

[@TheJimbo1791]

@rev. reality Who? The guy interviewed? Tell me how in the name of fuck could he be guilty?

[@tammypham1024]

Terese Magpale Davis: “The set was really safe! Yes there were a few accidental gunshots, but they apologized for those immediately. Sure, Halyna was killed and Joel was shot, but other than that, it was a well oiled machine!”

[@jivetalk1045]

Wiley E. Coyote was the safety manager. He said it was super safe...

[@sprintcarsandguitars959]

oooooops,just that one little sqeak alec. can you hear it? more oil alec, more oil.

[@mananimal3644]

Tammy, I agree. The costumers comments were moronic. It was so safe that someone died. What world does she live in🤦🏿‍♂️

[@LeopardJoy]

Don't make that last sentence part of the quote.

[@misstmemrs]

They are lying when they say a camera assistant has no j owl edge of safety protocols. Obviously they are common knowledge and often posted on set and with his experience he has always had a birds eye view of the norm of safety protocols. They also said that he is exploiting this situation for his son gain. Actually it is a big risk he is taking and brave. It is hard to see what is to be gained personally by him from this. Everyone on set has something to do with safety protocols. It’s their lives on the line during explosions and gun fire scene. This kind of distortion of reality can help people understand how people can be confused about the rules. Also the assistant director is claiming he had no responsibility to check the guns. He is actually the one most responsible on set for safety protocols. The people having the gun pointed at them are supposed to witness the loading and that it is safe. It is a shame the safety bulletin doesn’t specify clearly that blanks are to be shaken to hear the bb and also guns are to be shot six times so the actor knows it is safe. Also I don’t know if it is specified that every time a gun changes hands it needs to be checked thoroughly, but for sure actors are human beings who have the right to be shown the gun is perfectly safe. Also the producers claim that having the crew work 12 hours a day means it’s no big deal to also have to drive two hours a day back and forth. This idea the set may have been sabotaged is so devastating!

[@Dachdogoriginal]

The denials of the producers is a mute point. Because they're the ones who are responsible for what's going on, on the set. Covering their butts.

[@truthisoutthere6721]

You look hot!!!!

[@misstmemrs]

Moot

[@shantoreywilkins651]

🎯

[@Indicadores-de-problemas]

@@truthisoutthere6721 😬🤮😐🙄

[@Dachdogoriginal]

Thanks for the spelling lesson. Cast your stones. Sorry, I've been in a Spanish speaking country the last 5 years. So I went by sound. U is OO. I'm adjusting to reading English again.

[@isobelswan]

He seems very credible to me.

[@jasonsmith530]

But Alec Baldwin disagrees

[@isobelswan]

@@jasonsmith530 our lord and master.

[@piano_master_5246]

seems way more credible than Baldwin

[@eckankar7756]

I wonder if he dropped the live bullet off the day he left to get even. Now he's on the news, did he set this up for attention and glory??

[@darthghitza8037]

@@eckankar7756 where do you people come up with these far fetched ideas from? There is literally nothing to even make you go in that direction.

[@davidwoo2590]

The risk of being shot and killed on a set by an actor holding a firearm should be zero.

[@Robsav-yx6vi]

Exactly. Fake guns only allowed. Easy

[@MrWeareone777]

the key word here is "SHOULD".

[@nowchanlahkesis9691]

It isn't anymore ' she failed and it's her fault women think they can get off murder even if a man did this it's a dune deal period. So she gets the time not him ' she was paid to check that gun and failed ...... ' Sad Sorry Truth"

[@MrKly123]

Bottom line here is, this production crew cared more about saving money than ensuring the safety of all employees. All who played a part in it needs manslaughter charges, just like anybody else would get!

[@alfredlear4141]

Yep

[@mothersgauri4137]

This is a really great interview and explains a lot. I believe him. He knows that speaking out will likely trash his career. What a tragedy all the way around.

[@IamSpacedad]

I don't think it will trash his career, it's just that crew members like him value their personal lives and usually don't like to have the focus on themselves - they prefer to be quietly in the background of the hollywood machine.

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

I hope his career is NOT trashed!

[@Cutelittlecountrygirl]

GOOD FOR THIS GUY SPEAKING OUT IS BRAVE

[@cherjohnson3368]

I agree!

[@alfredlear4141]

Yep

[@almac9203]

He is going to be black balled.

[@cherjohnson3368]

@@almac9203 I’m sure👍

[@latentsea]

He should become an electrician

[@kellygosa7438]

He seems credible. Everyone is lawyering up and he is actually risking never being hired again.

[@stanleyklimek4100]

This is a prime example of money protecting an irresponsible individual.

[@mellel5594]

There were misfires and then one shot that killed one and injured another. Clearly, safety protocols were not taken seriously on this film set. Such a tragedy.

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Yes this is why Reed is not ethical or professional. She acts like set safety, blanks, rules are non existent. She was evicted from her AZ home. 🏘

[@marksark1119]

@@DavidLLambertmobile Why'd she get evicted?

[@keezyfox4989]

The sad thing is there’s not going to be many whistleblowers on this set because of future jobs and this dude has the guts to say something.👍🏻

[@xorbodude]

For the producers to say he has nothing to do with safety protocols. Thats the point. Every person has a responsibility to maintain safety. Every individual has a right to a safe working environment.

[@moniquewrites9046]

Lane seems to be a true friend of Mrs. Hutchins and a man of integrity.

[@gj1695]

💯 I have tremendous respect for the guy for speaking out -- and expressing his concerns in regards to safety before the incident.

[@csauzier]

He needs alot of support u know the rust layers are now going to come after him to discredit him and wreck his reputation.

[@robertotamesis1783]

I have my doubts about Mr. Lupe's statement. When Cris Cuomo asked him " Is the first time to quit the set over safety concerns? he answered yes!?? Normally, an experienced person would have said "no" and elaborate your previous experience and end of story . By saying yes you're either projecting or predicting a horrifying conclusion , with a little bias intend , it does open to new questioning. He should be careful to speaking to "Trip " lawyer like Cris Cuomo, look what he did to Giuliani.

[@akbychoice]

@@robertotamesis1783 and if this was the first time he quit over safety concerns? So, you think he should lie and elaborate?

[@robertotamesis1783]

@@akbychoiceI have been a production assistant at many times. I know when to quit if have experienced it , growing hungry , at times no money , I was a fx prop artist. All I'm saying Mr.Lupe should be honest . No none quits for the first time unless he has experienced it .He should have said no ! and elaborate his previous experience end of the story. Let me ask you this question do production crews have unions that have mob connection? 😳🤔🤫???

[@stanleyklimek4100]

God bless that girl's son, husband and family.

[@elizabethpalacios2388]

I totally believe him! He seems very credible! This movie set sounds insane!!! Why am I not surprised!!!🙄

[@marionette5968]

Because Baldwin has a history of violent and unstable behavior. see his ex wife and the time he punched a photographer. The other producer got thrown off a set 2 years ago for nearly shooting someone with a negligent discharge there.

[@shantoreywilkins651]

🎯

[@getreadytotube]

@@marionette5968 Also, because of his unstable behavior, and because he's basically the guy at the top, he allowed for this kind of atmosphere to persist. I wouldn't be surprised if he knew there were live rounds any where on or near the movie set.

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Rust had many issues, problems. The Hollywood Reporter put out a new article which explained the pay, budgets, $$$. $5000.00 budget for ammunition? 🤔 That seems high for blanks, dummy rounds. Rifle and handgun calibers.

[@RickyMoriceLove]

@@DavidLLambertmobile sounds like something Saving Private Ryan would have spent in a day. You don't know what kinds of scenes they were planning to use those blanks and dummies for. Blanks and dummies are still pricey.

[@Midwinter2]

This guy is clearly not lying or looking for personal attention. Sadly, I fear he'll be blacklisted in the industry for giving this interview.

[@forumcelebritypodcast]

When producers, Hannah and Halls start lawyering up, you start to see stories changing and crazy theories being shared. Lane seems to be genuine.

[@adrienneclarke3953]

Well said. All the statements starting to contradict Alec already. It will be interesting to see what comes out pf the phone warrants

[@ruminationstation4200]

@@adrienneclarke3953 I can't believe we're STILL waiting for him to hand over the phone. The wealthy have a totally different justice system than the rest of us

[@adrienneclarke3953]

@@ruminationstation4200 yeah. Plus The last couple of videos he has put out are rambling messes and show why he needs a script.

[@adrienneclarke3953]

@@ruminationstation4200 the dupers delight reminds me of Jerry McCann. Knowing they are guilty but with so much backing, it doesn't matter if they lie.

[@sandys.6768]

Alec needs to be held accountable for the lack of safety on this set.

[@idrinkmilk282]

Just because you don’t personally like the bloke, doesn’t make it his fault.

[@idrinkmilk282]

@@markonw6661 Yes, stricter safety rules were put in place. But there are people BEFORE Alec Baldwin that should be making sure those rules are followed. LONG before the gun reaches the actors hands. Idiots, idiots everywhere.

[@onoffroad]

But when he is the producer and in charge of the set it does.

[@zlonewolf]

@@onoffroad He is an actor. Learn the difference. Stop trying to blame someone just becos you dont like him.

[@qq84]

@@zlonewolf No he was also the producer, he said so himself.

[@jessiejoseph1093]

I wish Lane healing during this terrible time. The armorer lady, the assistant director and Baldwin ALL should have checked that fire arm. All three of them failed to do the minimum to be safe. And what is the director's responsibility to see that it is done? Alec Baldwin and the people trying to discredit this man are in deep denial.

[@sumeetantigua5218]

i just watched this mans testimonial . you can tell he was 100% genuinely speaking about what really happened . the fact that he quit the day before the accident speaks volumes . good for him ! Even the last 10 seconds of the video was powerful . they paid the ultimate price for cheapening out on the safety measures and he knew what was bound to happen had he stayed ! alec baldwin is 1000000% responsible . that . is . all

[@yepesboy3]

Or the fact that he quit the day before the shooting could say that he planned it right before disappearing from the set.

[@snowkracker]

I’ve always been told that safety is everyone’s job/responsibility on a job site. For them to say that he has nothing to do with and doesn’t know anything about safety protocols tells you everything you need to know about that operation imo.

[@eddieco]

He has absolutely nothing to gain by coming forward like this, and everything to lose. The producers are full of crap. The show CLEARLY was unsafe...

[@shantoreywilkins651]

🎯#yep

[@beverlyw6881]

I am in total agreement with you. I hope these skeevy jerks face criminal and financial consequences.

[@sewistnotsewer]

I believe this guy. Shame on you George Stephanopoulos for the hostile way you handled this interview. Are you buddies with Alec Baldwin?

[@guydodge9845]

Alec has nothing to do with live rounds being put in the weapon. if the armorer was doing her job this would never have happened regardless of all other safety concerns this lies with the armorer plain and simple.

[@kelseymariel2127]

You bet he is.

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

I didn't find it hostile...

[@sherrylusk2119]

@@michaelrmurphy2734 me either

[@714thegooch]

@@guydodge9845 Would Alec had put that gun to head ,and checked it for safety? No,but he would sure as Hell point it at someone else and pull the trigger.

[@paulbrungardt9823]

As a youngster, I was taught to first check a gun to see if it were loaded. If loaded..unload it. Proceeding from that point, treat gun as if it were loaded. Never point a gun at anything you are not willing to destroy. Know what is beyond your target (backstop). He was criminally negligent. He pointed a gun at a person. He did not check the gun handed him. He pulled the trigger. He killed her. Criminally negligent homicide.

[@cc3184]

I don't know that is how it works on film sets. I

[@paulbrungardt9823]

@@cc3184 Obviously it does. A woman is dead because Hollywood elitists believe they don't have to follow the rules of civility that others follow. If Alec Baldwin would have taken the basic NRA gun safety class, the woman would be alive.

[@lward9675]

I believe the guy who left way more than those trying to cover for Baldwin. Baldwin pointed the gun, he pulled the trigger. He killed that woman.

[@fredoman1323]

It's even more insidious than that - he was one of the producers that were more concerned for $$$ than about safety. He was the most important person on the set and he let all the bullshit we've heard about go on and on. I mean, using the same guns to shoot beer bottles with live ammo??? I know we all like Alec for his Trumph impressions and his movies and whatever...but he's not getting out of this one clean.

[@Mark-qr2up]

@@fredoman1323 Speak for yourself, Alec Baldwin is a narcissistic punk

[@npcimknot958]

Makes me believe that more and more the more insane theory that alec actually intentionally killed her.. and now the crew armorer are being framed.. its so easy because the media is litearlly protecting him and shifting all blame on everyone else.. he is the perfect hitman

[@fiveo9127]

George, its time to bring Baldwin on and try to discredit his statements. Now that we know his set was not a "well oiled machine". This guy comes on your show and it seems like you're trying to find error in his statements. This guy shows more pain and suffering from the loss of his friend and coworker than Baldwin does. Oh yeah Baldwin had dinner with her the night before he shot her. What a guy. When will they charge the shooter.

[@MrMjolnir009]

Exactly! I agree 👍

[@sewistnotsewer]

Yeah George was clearly trying to discredit this guy. How disgusting.

[@markbrandon7359]

I heard Baldwin went Dutch on the dinner

[@guydodge9845]

all of that doesnt matter the only thing that matters is why there was live ammo and how it got into the weapon theres 1 person ultimately responsible for that' and she should be held responsible period.she had 1 job and she failed at it.

[@MrMjolnir009]

@@guydodge9845 Yes, and as a result- someone DIED!!!

[@AlohaLowah]

The breakdown was all of it combined. He's right, it was the cutting corners, not following safety, a bad armourer and assistant director... All of it caused the loss of her life.

[@714thegooch]

And Baldwin not checking the gun himself,like anyone with a brain would have.

[@cristineconnell7803]

The guy playing with a gun without checking it was the line of last defense & failed grossly!

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

The Costume Designer is *DIFFERENT* from the Camera Crew.. which would have *MORE IMPACT* on safety, if something goes wrong. Because THEY would be in the line of FIRE. It is ONE person (the Costume Designer) against *a WHOLE CAMERA CREW.* Let's see *HOW* this will all play out in the court room. Meanwhile, *someone SHOULD* make a *script* about *THIS* ... as it would be *MORE* in the public interest, than the movie Rust itself.

[@tillymay8271]

😾I don’t usually comment , but I have to say that this gift that you had on seems really genuine and when you compare that to Alec Baldwin on the side of the road claiming that he took this woman out to dinner and that she was his friend while his wife was screaming around him aggressively filming the crew where there’s no comparison is there this is genuine emotion versus narcissism

[@jenc8953]

Seems like the whole production was a complete disaster. Many employees are reporting the same issues with the production company so I don’t think this gentleman here is saying anything that is different from other crew members.

[@MrMjolnir009]

Absolutely agree with you!

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

What irks me is Rust producers saying no formal complaints exist. 🗂 IATSE, SAG, New Mexico Labor & Safety all need to address this point.

[@ShouldersofGiantsGames]

He has no knowledge of their safety protocols? So you admit you didn't properly educate people on safety, wtf, costume designer needs to put down the thimble smh

[@juliemiller2523]

HE IS VERY CARING AND DEFINATLY NOT LYING.. HOPE THE TRUTH COMES OUT IN THIS ONE.. SOMEONE IS COVERING UP SOMETHING

[@michaelshubr4084]

Who introduced the Live Round, and Why-these are the two questions that the investigation must answer?

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

The Hollywood Reporter put out a new article about the Rust salary, budgets, costs, etc 💲🗂🎥. They spent $5000.00 on ammunition. The media should see what they purchased & who signed for it, invoiced it. If any .45LC real bullets are on the 📑 AB and Halls are done! 🔥🔥🔥

[@gabeford895]

The real question is why didn't Alec follow basic gun handling protocols after numerous live discharges

[@StevenJohnson-kc2dw]

@@gabeford895 agreed. That judge should be pulling an Oprah. "You get jail time, and you get jail time" etc

[@scaramooche7737]

The weirdo guy introduced the live round in the library with the candle stick

[@lauraradigan4114]

I hear everyone involved stating that it is not their responsibility to make sure the gun was safe. When handling any firearm it is the person holding its responsibility to 1. “ assume all guns are always loaded”, 2 to never point a gun at anything you are not willing to destroy” and 3 “the only safe gun is one you have personally unloaded and is still in your hand”. When did the rules of basic gun safety change? Everyone here is trying to deflect responsibility when in fact is is everyone who handled the firearms responsibility.

[@jamespenn5788]

A person who deals with cameras like like this man would have understood safety with guns on set much more than a wardrobe person. Halyna was behind the camera NOT working with clothes. Halyna was in the line of fire. Why would you need to use a real gun in a rehearsal anyway? Why use a real gun at all? If you do anything on the cheap and cut corners. You can bet there is going to be a disaster.

[@Stargaze79]

A man of integrity. I applaud him. The world needs more people like him.

[@Jay-ef2ii]

This young man looks like a good person. He feels and looks innocent. I think, believe, that he speaks the truth. 2022.

[@Loisaidalisa]

I’m glad this camera guy is speaking up about the safety violations on this set. This set was dangerous and producers should address this. Alec Baldwin was a producer on this movie and is now in full PR damage control to protect himself. I’m sorry this happened despite the clear and frequent safety concerns.

[@video631king]

That man seem sincere and real. Alec meanwhile is doing what he does best and acting his little cold heart out.

[@informationstation242]

Wow they have an opportunity to interview someone brave enough to speak out and do everything they can to undermine his statement. Notice his facial expressions when they claim he is giving false information and how he shakes his head no. Clear body language he is telling the truth.

[@laurabrooks3076]

He was honest and brave.

[@fastluxstyle]

Very brave man - thank you for speaking out

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

This guy is taking a risk. If he gets a reputation as a "rat" producers might not consider him for work. A brave man!

[@StarLight-sl9ok]

Unfortunately he’ll probably be blacklisted. What a brave guy, I wish him well.

[@justinbailey1756]

@@StarLight-sl9ok if that ends up being the case he should be grateful he only wasted a decade of his life in the industry and not multiple, and was able to resign with his life unlike his former colleague

[@vanessawilliams8818]

That was work place abuse they were experiencing.. that’s why they walked off the job ! I’ve done it before 👍. Domination !

[@shawnj1843]

Why is the news anchor attacking this guy? Guess he is a Baldwin fan.. Yeah he healed the gun and should have check it himself before aiming it at someone then pulling the trigger..

[@jimaglenn]

He was being "devils advocate". he wasn't attacking him.

[@sherrylusk2119]

@@jimaglenn I agree

[@empireofpeaches]

He had to attend a safety course as part of being in the union. Union workers might cost a bit more but this worker knew how to do a job safely and knew to stop work when things were dangerous. Imagine if this man was respected on set regarding safety. Kudos to you, Sir. I hope you are doing well.

[@graciephil]

I believe him. It's a constellation if negligence that brought this tragedy. The producers should be held liable too.

[@messiahtorahamerica]

1. Baldwins responsability comes as the producer. 2. An actor acts. An actor will not check if the camera has the right lenses 3 AD 😊s not armor expert 4. Armor responsability is the arms handling. The huge problem for Baldwin is not consulting a lawyer. The intterviews may damn him

[@hooligan6a]

I can’t believe three people handled the gun and no one checked it

[@tsan3796]

Costume designers rarely ever come to set as a union 1st AC Iike Lane he’s spot on I am not buying costume designer claims working off set is different ball game in terms of safety and hours costume designer are hired by producers or director directly so all this is shady claim by producers are covering their asses -

[@melaniescoggins9133]

Where is the documentation of All of the Safety meetings? If it wasn't documented then it was done. Everyone would have to sign in for every Safety meeting...

[@aliensoup2420]

Sort of doesn't matter. You can have laws and guidelines, and a safety meeting every 10 minutes, but if someone neglects to follow the rules, you get what we got.

[@JaaaaaaaC]

every person that handles a firearm is responsible for making sure its safe.

[@JoeyRamonAllones]

The armorer, assistant director and Alec Baldwin should of checked to make sure that each individual round was a blank. The firearm should never had been pointed in the general direction of any person. If the shot required the revolver to be pointed at the camera, the camera should have been operated by remote control.

[@IMEZRU1967]

If a firearm is in your hands, it IS your responsibility to check it PERIOD!

[@simonsimon8572]

The one who pulled the trigger is the one responsible for her death! It's very simple to open the cylinder or check the magazine or chamber to see for a live Round!

[@GH-oi2jf]

Not to mention avoid pointing the muzzle toward people.

[@teetee19768]

The actor is not the subject matter expert. There are various people who hold these positions because of their expertise; the stunt coordinator, costume designer, etc. How do you know Baldwin would even know what he's looking at or not.

[@alfredlear4141]

@@teetee19768 Ignorance is no excuse. If the actor couldn't drive should they be able to in a film just because they're an actor? It would have taken a minute to train him and 5 seconds for him to safety check the gun each time it entered his possession. No need for him to be an "expert" to be safe and responsible. He holds the most blame as he accepted the weapon, aimed it at Halyna and pulled the trigger. "It's not my job" is not acceptable.

[@teetee19768]

@@alfredlear4141 If he plays a surgeon is he supposed to know how to perform surgeries? Or does a minute training clear him. What if he plays a pilot? Should he know how to check the plane? The fact is live ammo was there and it shouldn't have been. I would think someone who handles guns regularly (the subject matter expert) would be better equipped to identify this. Not some random actor given a minute training session. It's the very reason they have these subject matter experts on set. ✌🏽

[@Floridafanatic28]

Actually, in this case several people are responsible starting with the armorist. She should have checked the gun and handed it directly to Alec herself right before he fired it. At that point Alec should have checked it himself before firing it. The AD should never have agreed to take the gun and hand it to Alec, it wasn't his job. It was a failure all around, not just Alec. Oh, and even if the gun was to be only fired directly at the camera, the camera should have been remotely operated for such a scene. There never should have been a camera operator or any other person behind a camera that had a gun pointed at it.

[@maurajonperovich3997]

He's such a good person, speaking out. I trust him the most out of anyone. Baldwin is scrambling to cover his ass. This guy is a real sweetheart speaking the truth because he cares for safety on set and for the victim and her family. Thank you Lane

[@kevinberger3501]

I don’t know what “personal gain” he’s going to get from this. He’ll probably have a harder time getting hired for future productions. He stuck his neck out because he felt it was the right thing to do.

[@p47thunderbolt68]

The hammer didn't pull itself back to activate the weapon to fire . The weapon didn't point itself in the direction of human beings and pulled the trigger itself. Start with the trigger man / exective producer ,work your way down .

[@jessieeads5569]

Baldwin was the honcho, he called the shots, his word was final, he is responsible for everything and everybody... period

[@SanguineRoku]

I mean, I figured it was the propmaster's job to be the master of the props, but I guess it's actually Alec Baldwin who has final say on every single decision on a film set.

[@ARTWV]

No pun intended

[@zlonewolf]

Wait so the prop master's job means nothing? You need to use your brain. I guess if theres a fall guy, and im the one loading live rounds, i should go scott free? Dump comment.

[@reptilexcq2]

I think multiple parties should be charged. The armorer should be charged for irresponsible, I don't care if you have multiple assignments, that's not a excuse for not following safety protocol. If she's not checking the gun before handing it to Balwin, she should be held responsible. If Halls (whatever his name is) is not checking it when the Armorer hand him the gun, he's being held responsible as well. If he handed to Balwin and he's not checking it as well, he's also responsible.

[@adw333]

In Canada, you must have a P.A.L to posses a firearm. if you do not.. then you must be within 1 arms length of someone who dose when holding a firearm. 1.Assume the firearm is loaded 2.do not point muzzle at anyone. "handguns pointed down, rifle pointed upward. 3.Keep your finger off the trigger at all times. 4. prove it safe by insuring it is unloaded "visually and physically". only load when the area/range is cleared. -It is anyone's responsibility who posses a firearm to prove it safe before every use. -if you do not have a safety qualification on firearms you are not permitted to pick up a firearm and hand it to someone. GLOBAL. DO BETTER. help build safe gun culture. Negligent drivers and gun operators everywhere these days. sad chuckles.

[@fishydubsfishing6516]

Find out who brought the live rounds on set and you found the murderer

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Yes $5000.00 budget for set ammunition according to The Hollywood Reporter. They need to break down how much and what was invoiced. 🗂 Who paid for this live ammunition? If included. This might be rifle and shotgun, handgun calibers too. Plus blanks, brass cases, accessories.

[@neonatal6236]

I have been working in the film industry for 13 years and productions ONLY take safety for us seriously when a tragedy happens. We are overworked 12 to 15 hours a day making miracles happen to save more money for these productions to make millions for the actors that they have to pay and who we are expected to serve on bended knee.

[@Momma-angela]

I commend the guy for speaking out and I believe him. Thank you for doing so Lane.

[@ze_german2921]

For them to say that the Former Rust Crew member had little or no knowledge of Safety protocols is just absurd. It doesn't matter if you are the Waterboy or the Director, when it comes to safety, everyone should be equally educated on safety, if they are not then that is the Producers fault for not educating everyone equally.

[@brandinginpajamas]

Absolutely

[@garthtimmins2852]

Safety, especially safety with firearms, is everyone's responsibility. Cutting corners where safety is concerned is unacceptable. Every responsible gun owner knows and follows the basic firearm safety rules. If those rules had been followed, the accident would not have happened. This man has nothing to gain by coming forward with safety concerns. In fact, it may potentially hurt his career. He should be applauded for his courage.

[@peacelife]

He is risking his career to speak up prop for him to do that. He is the closest person you can get for working directly with the A.P. There were a ton of people who quit a day and hours before that incident. He named all the right reasons, no one shouldn't doubt him. Those heads people are trying to save their asses and not being blamed for this. So sad! An innocent person died and all they can do instead of speaking up. They are saying they have a ton of safety protocols. If so the Assistant director would never pick up the gun and say it "cold". That is not his job. No one should touch any weapon except for the weapon wrangler. When the news broke, I knew there was something wrong. The reason why those big action set doesn't have a killing incident like this bec they know the importance of protocol, procedure, and experience; therefore, it is worth $ to spend for safety. If you have never acted or produced an action movie before then don't do it with a small budget that harms and costs others safety period!!! Can't believe another incident like this happened again in the history of American cinema and they still haven't learned. RIP to the A.P and Brendan Lee. Talented souls got taken so early.

[@christianmalick]

This guys an actual human being, amongst animals...The only person so far who showed a true emotional response to what happened.....

[@Mary-sf8cy]

This man is a fresh breath for law enforcement and public figures in our county

[@TimRHillard]

My grandpa always said, if it isn't worth doing right, it isn't worth doing. Don't become associated with doing things half way.

[@fivefatcats]

He is absolutely credible. Every word is believable.

[@Msfifisquarepantz]

This guy IS sticking his neck out. A real “Stand Up Guy”. I pray he works again. Mad respect for him.

[@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath]

He should sue the producers for libel

[@prestonhanson501]

Anybody who grew up with firearms would never had this happen to them because they know you never aim at something you dont intend to kill even if it has blanks you never point at people or anywhere near people. Always aimed the opposite direction with finger on trigger guard untill the moment you fire. If your not currently fireing finger on trigger guard

[@cynthiaking4281]

Man the comments are rough on this guy coming forward, but the truth is you really can’t be too safe with all those people on set and real weapons, just ask the US Army about their training protocols.

[@time4me2fly94]

Whay does the Army have to do with a film set? That makes zero sense to compare the 2.

[@cynthiaking4281]

@@time4me2fly94 oh really, I beg to differ with you. Because within what you just said is the basic difference in beliefs between republicans and Democrats. The constitution gives us the right to bear arms. Republicans believe that to be on an individual basis while Democrats believe that is only intended for our military as a whole. So To be clear there is no comparison. I believe it was intended by our founding fathers that the 2nd amendment is for the right of the individual, however so many are not well trained enough or have the funds to be that responsible gun owner. This production company was not nor still responsible for having real weapons on set.

[@GH-oi2jf]

@@cynthiaking4281 - This is not political. You don’t have to be a Republican to believe in firearm safety.

[@GH-oi2jf]

The comments are rough because culpable people want their involvement swept under the rug. It’s an old game - everybody clam up and it will blow over.

[@chadwell31792]

@@GH-oi2jf agreed. politics have literally nothing to do with gun safety

[@jessejames96]

If there were no safety issues then why were there 2 negligent discharges before the fatal negligent discharge?!

[@IamPsybo]

He cares so much more than Alec.

[@e.l.4860]

People keep repeating this one in a trillion thing, but when you shoot a loaded gun with a live ammo at someone, that's not one in a trillion. Nobody wants to answer why there were live ammo on the set.

[@robertshepherd8543]

I believe him. He qualified his "assertions." Meanwhile they lash out at him, they are circling the wagons. Baldwin points fingers. So does Halls, so does Reed. They know there is a lot of truth to what Luper says. Others have said things similar. Neal Zoromsky turned down the job on Rust because of massive red flags all over the place, regards safety. He called it a slap-dash production, the way the producers were doing it on the cheap, on the rush. Six crew members QUIT in protest, including Luper/ NOW, Reed, Halls, and Baldwin are all blaming each other.

[@nephtys369]

He also has nothing to gain. He will be blacklisted at work, he’s risking libel suits where they can just out spend him, and I’m sure more I’m missing. He also looks like he’s full of regret for not speaking louder sooner. Completely misplaced of course; but as head of camera I’d imagine he was close to her.

[@BalthazarMyrrh70]

Poor guy. He'd already quit, wasn't even there - and still shows more understanding & compassion than Baldwin.

[@_Super_Hans_]

Yes, planted the live bullet the night before the shooting, resigned that night so he wasn't there for the scene of the crime. His primary complaint in his resignation letter was that he wasn't paid, by the way.

[@prestonhanson501]

Seems like a obivious bad idea to have live ammo anywhere near a set useing those same firearms. The risk of those real rounds accidently being loaded into the prop guns by inexperianced or experianced people is high

[@Birdhouselady]

All you have to do is watch the videos coming out from the court hearings to know this guy is telling the truth

[@tylercollins9355]

Actors are not supposed point a gun at anyone during filming

[@slewone4905]

The problem was, they weren't even filming. It was a freaking rehearsal. and SAG AFTA had a reply about what happen. Actors are not suppose to point a gun at anyone period.

[@kell7689]

Ok. The reason for this man’s resignation is lack of gun safety, and it was in WRITING. The NEXT DAY, two people get shot on set. As if the producers have the gall to say his allegations are false.

[@cypherknot]

Let's bring the guy on to talk and then shame him for being there.

[@MrCelticml1223]

Finally, a man who is willing to step up about abuse. Good man. When these people won't step up and speak out because of maybe loosing yheir job sone will lie. Mr. Baldwin has been nothing but arrogant throughout his lifetime. He has been a voice against guns. Then he is making a movie involving guns. He has no knowledge about firearms, and now he's blaming the gun and anything else he can when he indeed is to blame. The number one rule when handling a firearm is not to point it at people and always treat it as loaded. His ignorance of firearms is no excuse for what he did. He's guilty as ignorance is no excuse.

[@theyoutubeanalyst3731]

It seems to me like a man who stepped forward because he felt it was the right thing to do, not for personal gain.

[@IamSpacedad]

The producers attacking him is pretty much just the producers trying to save their own necks.