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158: How to Respond Publicly to a Tragic Event of Your Own Doing: Ten Steps to Control the Narrative During a Crisis
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158: How to Respond Publicly to a Tragic Event of Your Own Doing: Ten Steps to Control the Narrative During a Crisis

Here's what we know about the fatal shooting on the set of Alec Baldwin's movie set. 

  • Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun that struck cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in the chest, and the director, Joel Souza, in the shoulder.

  • Baldwin is cooperating with the investigation and (as of now) in contact with Hutchins' family. 

  • Earlier, some crew members reportedly walked off set over working conditions. 

  • Alec Baldwin described the shooting as a "tragic accident." 

What we don't know?

How will this tragedy affect Alec Baldwin's reputation? 

This episode provides a 10-point checklist to guide you through communications when a crisis arises, particularly from one you caused.

Click HERE to download your copy of the Crisis Communication Rapid Response Checklist. 


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