On October 19th, Alec and Hilaria Baldwin were notable guests of the 2026 Angel Ball GALA, which was held at Ciprani Wall Street in New York. They spoke with members of the media, including Markos Papadatos.
Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research celebrated the 28th Annual Angel Ball in New York City, hosted by co-founders, songwriter Denise Rich and her daughters Daniella Rich Kilstock and Ilona Rich Schachter. The star-studded event took place at Cipriani Wall Street and raised $3 million for cancer research.
An annual highlight of the social calendar, this star-studded, black-tie gala honors the memory of Denise’s daughter, Gabrielle Rich Aouad, who passed away from acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) at age 27. Renowned for its world-class live performances and prominent guest list, the event pays tribute to exemplary leaders who demonstrate extraordinary humanitarian and philanthropic support for cancer research.
Both Alec and Hilaria underscored the work that Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research does, and they shared how this cause hits home for both of them.
On the importance of family, Alec Baldwin remarked, “We have a happy family because my wife is the most beautiful woman in the world.”
“I am 68 years old… I have a four-year-old daughter, and a three-year-old granddaughter,” he noted.
Success for the Baldwins
Regarding her definition of the word success, Hilaria said, “Success is my family!”
“Money is nice because, unfortunately, this requires funding. There are so many things you can do with funding,” she added.
On his definition of the word success, Baldwin reiterated, “My wife is the most beautiful woman in the world!”
