Hilaria Baldwin Clarifies Accent, Heritage Controversy

In her memoir 'Manual Not Included,' Hilaria Baldwin addresses the controversy over her Spanish accent and past claims of Spanish heritage, acknowledging that she was born and raised in Boston despite previously stating she was from Mallorca, Spain. Baldwin attributes her accent and identity confusion to her neurodivergence, specifically ADHD and dyslexia, which affect her speech, memory, and confidence. She describes growing up speaking both English and Spanish, leading to code-switching and notable incidents like the 'cucumber' moment on the Today show. Baldwin faces accusations of cultural appropriation after her Spanish heritage claims were revealed as inaccurate. She recounts severe mental health struggles amid public backlash and credits her husband Alec Baldwin for his support. Baldwin maintains her connection to Spanish culture and insists her accent and identity reflect her neurodivergent experience, not deliberate deception.