Hilaria Baldwin Opens Up About Accent Controversy Backlash! Find Out What She Said!

Hilaria Baldwin is breaking her silence about the backlash she faced over her accent and heritage, discussing the controversy that surfaced in 2020 when her authenticity was questioned. The 41-year-old took to the March 16 episode of The Baldwins to share her side of the story, reflecting on how she navigated the intense scrutiny.

Cultural Influences and Code-Switching

Hilaria explained that growing up with multiple cultural influences shaped the way she communicated. She described her experience with “code-switching,” where people adapt their accent or behavior to fit in with different social groups. “You can try, but you’re never really going to fit in,” she said, emphasizing how code-switching became second nature to her without even realizing it.

She likened this to speaking with an elderly person, where one might instinctively slow down their speech to make communication clearer. “You just start doing it without thinking,” she added, recognizing it as a form of adaptation that became vital for her, especially when faced with criticism.

Learning to Handle the Spotlight

Reflecting on the public scrutiny she faced, Hilaria revealed how she learned to cope with negativity. “People say, ‘Oh, don’t you get used to it?’ No, you don’t get used to it,” she confessed. Despite the harsh comments and online bullying, she learned to distance herself from the negativity. “I think you learn to turn down the volume in my head a bit,” she said, explaining how she no longer takes it personally.

The Backlash and Her Heritage

The controversy started in December 2020 when social media users accused Hilaria of faking her Spanish roots. While she was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and her birth name is Hilary, she had spent a significant amount of time in Spain. Hilaria addressed the controversy in a video, reiterating her story of being deeply connected to her Spanish heritage through her family.

In a heartfelt moment on The Baldwins, Hilaria emphasized that mixing languages and accents doesn’t make her inauthentic. “I love English, I also love Spanish, and when I mix the two, that makes me normal,” she explained, acknowledging the pain the controversy caused but also the support she received from her family and friends.

Embracing Her Identity

Hilaria expressed how the support from her community helped her embrace her unique identity. “We are a mix of all these different things, and that’s going to have an impact on how we sound,” she said, underscoring that being multi-cultural and multi-lingual is a natural part of being human. Despite the challenges, she continues to embrace both her American and Spanish heritage with pride.

Moving Forward with Confidence

Ultimately, Hilaria’s message is one of resilience. Despite the hurt and sadness caused by the backlash, she is determined to live her truth. “That’s called being human,” she said, reiterating the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself. With a supportive network around her, Hilaria Baldwin continues to navigate the ups and downs of fame while staying grounded in her heritage.