International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 480 president Liz Pecos called Hutchins her "union sister" and “a leader among young female cinematographers.”
“We share the outrage and shock at her life being cut short in such a devastating way. Her death shouldn’t have happened,” Pecos said. “Everyone deserves to go to work knowing they’ll be able to return home safely. This has shaken all of us to the very core. May her memory be eternal and her life not lived in vein.”
Baldwin expresses sorrow, is free to travel
On Friday morning, Baldwin spoke out about the "tragic" news and confirmed he is "fully cooperating" with the ongoing investigation.
"There are no words to convey my shock and sadness regarding the tragic accident that took the life of Halyna Hutchins, a wife, mother and deeply admired colleague of ours," he said in a series of tweets Friday.
"I'm fully cooperating with the police investigation to address how this tragedy occurred and I am in touch with her husband, offering my support to him and his family."
On Friday night, Baldwin shared a story from 'Variety' with the headline, 'Alec Baldwin Was Told Prop Gun Was Safe Before Fatal Shooting, Affidavit Says' on his Twitter account.
No immediate charges were filed, and sheriff’s spokesman Juan Rios said Baldwin was permitted to travel.
“He’s a free man,” Rios said.
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'Rust' crew members had walked off set to protest working conditions
Seven crew members reportedly walked off the set of "Rust" in protest of working conditions hours before Hutchins was killed.
One camera crew member anonymously told The Associated Press that those working on the upcoming Western raised concerns about several problems, ranging from safety procedures to their housing accommodations. Rust Movie Productions did not answer AP's emails Friday and Saturday seeking comment.
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