As a former TV dad, Alec Baldwin warns of the reality show curse while involving his wife and kids in the work.

Two weeks after Alec Baldwin's "Rust" actor trial was dismissed, he and his wife Hilaria started filming their new family reality TV show.

An unscripted series featuring a 66-year-old actor and his family of 12 years and seven young children is being filmed in New York City.

The "30 Rock" star's decision to let his family into the limelight sparked concerns about his decades of success on stage and screen.

The Baldwin family looked comfortable as they played in a park in the Hamptons while filming their new series. Alec wore a black Adidas windbreaker and shorts, while Hilaria paired a white crop top with blue floral slacks.

The couple has five children, including three daughters and two sons, while Baldwin has an additional daughter outside of marriage. Last year, Alec became a first-time grandfather when his daughter Ireland gave birth to a baby girl.

Jon Gosselin, the former reality TV father, stated to Planet Chronicle Digital that he believes it is not a wise decision for Baldwin to jeopardize his fame, wealth, or family for the sake of ratings.

"Gosselin advised Alec to flee, telling Planet Chronicle Digital, "Savor your career, family, and life with your children. We're all aging.""

Nearly 15 years ago, Gosselin, 47, gained fame as one of the stars of TLC's "Jon & Kate Plus 8," which showcased his large family, including one set of sextuplets and another set of twins.

Jon Gosselin believes that Alic Baldwin's decision to appear on a reality TV show is not a wise choice.

From 2007 to 2009, "Jon & Kate Plus 8" aired on TLC, featuring the couple and their eight children. After their divorce in 2009, the show was rebranded as "Kate Plus 8," which continued until 2017.

"My advice to Alec is to run the other way. Enjoy your career and your family. And enjoy your life with your kids. We're all not getting any younger." — Jon Gosselin

Gosselin expressed concern about jumping the shark, which meant that filming a reality show and doing something different in public would create conflict.

"Photographers will try to capture you in action, causing drama in your household. Why invite drama when you're just trying to live a private life and be a paid actor?"

He stated, "I believe it's not wise to expose your family on television, particularly your children. You are a renowned actor, already under scrutiny for certain aspects. Now, you plan to put seven children in the public eye. Given that you have already amassed a significant amount of wealth to safeguard your family, it seems illogical to make them public as well."

"I don't think it's a good idea to put your family on television, especially your children. You're a successful actor. You're already scrutinized for certain things, and now you're going to put seven children into the public eye." — Jon Gosselin

According to celebrity brand expert Doug Eldridge, the chances of the Baldwins achieving success with reality television are slim.

The Great Lakes Storm of 1913 and the Titanic were among the worst shipwrecks in history, caused by either turbulent seas or faulty ships, according to Eldridge.

"Unfortunately, reality television often creates a "perfect storm" by combining both root causes, and the damage usually borders on destruction for the families involved. The likelihood of Baldwin finding "fair winds and following seas" in today's media climate is relatively small."

Gosselin advised Baldwin against starting a reality TV show, stating that it would only result in expenses and stress, and suggested instead living a wealthy life and documenting it on Instagram.

The premiere of "The Baldwins" is tentatively scheduled for 2025, but it's uncertain if viewers will be interested in watching the wealthy family from Manhattan.

Eldridge expressed worries about the family aspect in the Baldwin series, emphasizing that kids are the most susceptible to family issues.

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Exposing your children to reality television is a 'measure twice, cut once' decision. You're exposing them to the world while mitigating your ability to protect them as a parent. According to Eldridge, they are the least equipped to deal with celebrity, criticism or the proverbial trappings of Hollywood.

"In the event that things take a turn for the worse, as they frequently do in reality TV, there is no way to reverse the harm that has been inflicted. As a parent, it is your responsibility to take this into account and protect your child from such an environment. I would strongly caution any client against exposing their minor child to such a setting."

"The likelihood of Baldwin finding 'fair winds and following seas' in today's media climate is relatively small." — Doug Eldridge

Familial reality television programming has seen its fair share of problems.

The Duggars, a well-known family from Arkansas, were featured on the TLC show "19 Kids and Counting." The program centered around Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar and their 19 children, all of whom had names beginning with the letter "J."

The show, which centered on a family's faith, homeschooling, and raising a large number of children, gained popularity among audiences and ran for seven seasons before being canceled in 2015.

Despite appearances, TLC suspended the series when Josh, the oldest Duggar child, admitted to having "acted inexcusably" and molested five girls, including his sisters.

In April 2021, Josh was arrested and charged with possessing and receiving child pornography. After eight months, he was found guilty on all charges and was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.

The Brown family's journey through plural marriage was the focus of "Sister Wives," which became another hit for the network. The show premiered in 2010 with the Browns residing in Utah, where bigamy is illegal, just like in the United States. However, they later relocated to Nevada to start a new life.

Kody, who had four wives and 18 children, has been on the show for 18 seasons. Christine and Kody separated two years ago, and she has since remarried. Janelle and Kody separated in December 2022.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints abolished polygamy in 1890 and strictly prohibits it now. The Browns identify as fundamentalist Mormons.

According to Eldridge, while America still has a small interest in reality television, it is fleeting, selective, and on a limited calorie intake compared to previous years.

"If Harry and Meghan cannot maintain a substantial audience, it may be challenging for Baldwin to succeed in the face of popular juggernauts such as the Kardashians or Real Housewives. Although the potential rewards may be worth the effort, it is unlikely to meet the expectations of a larger audience as it did 20 years ago."