Billy Baldwin Says Brother Alec Once Made Fun of Him for Having 3 Kids — and Now He Has 8 of His Own

Alec Baldwin Once Made Fun of Brother for Having 3 Kids — Now He’s a Dad of 8

Alec Baldwin found himself in a surprising turn of events after poking fun at his younger brother, William “Billy” Baldwin, for expanding his family almost two decades ago. In a recent chat with the New York Post about his new film, No Address, the 61-year-old actor reminisced about a comical exchange with his elder brother, Billy, 66.

Billy, father to daughters Brooke (20) and Jameson (24), and son Vance (24) along with wife Chynna Phillips, recalled the moment when Alec teased him about his family size. “I remember when he made fun of me when Chynna and I were pregnant with our third child,” shared Billy. Alec’s jest was, “What are you, Dad?” a reference to their parents having six children.

While the Baldwins have four other siblings – Steve (58), Daniel (64), Elizabeth (69), and Jane (60) – Billy seized an opportunity to banter back with Alec as he added to his own brood over the years. “And then he got married again and he had child three, four, five, six,” said Billy. “And I said, ‘What are you, Anthony Quinn?'”

The irony in Alec’s jest became apparent as he is now a father of eight himself. Alongside his wife, Hilaria, Alec shares seven kids – daughters Ilaria Catalina Irena (2), María Lucía Victoria (3), Carmen Gabriela (11), and sons Eduardo “Edu” Pao Lucas (4), Romeo Alejandro David (6), Leonardo Ángel Charles (7), and Rafael Thomas (9). He is also a father to daughter Ireland (29) from his previous marriage to Kim Basinger.

Hilaria Baldwin, in a heartfelt moment shared with PEOPLE in November, expressed delight in cherishing Thanksgiving with her growing family. The Baldwin clan has embraced the joy of cooking and dining together, creating lasting memories. “Our kids just got very into spending time together over a meal and cooking together,” Hilaria highlighted. “We are very excited to do this on Thanksgiving and are grateful to be together,” she added.

This playful banter between the Baldwin brothers sheds light on the dynamics within the renowned acting family. Alec’s journey from teasing his brother about the size of his family to becoming a father of eight himself adds a touch of humour and warmth to their sibling relationship. The shared laughter and camaraderie reflect a bond that goes beyond the glitz and glamour of Hollywood.

The Baldwin family’s story serves as a reminder that life’s twists and turns often lead us to unexpected places, shaping our perspectives and teaching us lessons along the way. In the Baldwin’s case, what started as a lighthearted jab between brothers evolved into a beautiful mosaic of love, laughter, and an ever-growing family that continues to blossom with each passing year.

As Alec Baldwin navigates fatherhood with eight children, his journey stands as a testament to the unpredictability of life and the joy that comes with embracing new experiences and challenges. The Baldwin family saga reflects the beauty of growth, resilience, and the enduring bonds that tie us together, even amidst the bustling world of showbiz.