An incredible artist: Stunned stars hail movie-maker said to be a rising star
Tributes were paid to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins after she was killed on the set of the film Rust.
Hollywood actors and crew hailed the 42-year-old filmmaker, described as an “incredible artist” following her death.
She had been named by American Cinematographer magazine as a rising star. Born in Ukraine, she was married to a lawyer and had an eight-year-old son.
Her last post on Instagram showed her riding a horse on the set of the movie two days before her death.
Yesterday, the brother and niece of Alec Baldwin spoke of their “heartbreak” after the tragedy. Fashion model Hailey Bieber, who is married to pop star Justin, said on social media: “Sending all my love to the family of Halyna Hutchins. This is a truly unimaginable and devastating tragedy. I am absolutely heartbroken for everyone involved.”
Her father Stephen, an actor and producer and Baldwin’s brother, asked his followers to send prayers in a post on Instagram. “Not much can be said other than please pray for all involved in the wake of this tragic accident thank you,” he wrote.
The camera crew for television series His Dark Materials also paid tribute. A photograph of a clapperboard bearing the words RIP Halyna Hutchins was posted on the BBC and HBO programme’s official Twitter page in tribute to the director of photography. “We were devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Halyna Hutchins in the USA,” the post said. “Our wonderful camera crew created this on set today to pay tribute to ‘one of us’.”
Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson also paid tribute. The actor, known as The Rock. wrote: “I am so so sorry. Rest easy. My love and strength to your family.”
Magic Mike actor Joe Manganiello, who recently worked with Hutchins on the film Archenemy, posted: “I woke up to the messages and read the news and I am in shock.
“She was an absolutely incredible talent and a great person. She had such an eye and a visual style.
“This is a horrible tragedy. My heart goes out to her family and especially to her son. I am so sad today for everyone who knew her and worked with her…”
The film’s director, Joel Souza, was also injured but has since been discharged from hospital, according to actress Frances Fisher.
Actor Elijah Wood also reacted to the news of the shooting, tweeting: “Absolutely horrifying and devastating news about cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. My heart goes out to her family.”
Guardians Of The Galaxy director James Gunn and Archenemy director Adam Egypt Mortimer were also among those sharing tributes.