Hilaria Baldwin admitted that her decision to join the reality competition series "Nation's Dumbest" was not thoroughly considered. "I didn't think it through," Baldwin stated in a recent interview. "On one hand, I like to have fun, and I love to make fun of myself. On the other hand, I say 'yes' to most things."
The show, hosted by Jack Whitehall, features celebrities competing in various challenges, including logic tests and general knowledge, to avoid being named "Nation's Dumbest." Baldwin was joined by other notable figures such as Anthony Michael Hall, Carmen Electra, Jojo Siwa, Steve-O, and Andrew Yang.
Despite initial reservations and moments of feeling defeated, Baldwin expressed that she is glad she participated in the show. She aimed to be open about her experiences with ADHD and dyslexia, noting, "I wanted to go into this experience being straightforward about how my mind works." She added that the support from the production team and fellow contestants was crucial during challenging moments.
Baldwin reflected on how her diagnoses have impacted her and her family. She mentioned that some of her children have also been diagnosed with ADHD, which initially saddened her due to the genetic link. However, she has since explored potential benefits and used the experience to be a role model.
Regarding her family's reaction to her participation, Baldwin said her children were accustomed to seeing their father, Alec Baldwin, in various roles. The primary concern for her children was her absence for the filming duration. She has been taking on more travel-related work, which she acknowledges is tough as a mother but believes will foster her personal identity.
Among her co-stars, Baldwin singled out Ice-T as particularly cool and wise, noting his inspirational social media posts and her existing connection through his "Law & Order: SVU" co-star Mariska Hargitay.
Baldwin emphasized the supportive environment on "Nation's Dumbest," stating that contestants reassured each other when they made mistakes. She contrasted this with potentially negative competitive environments and expressed hope for the show's future seasons.
Addressing a past viral moment where she struggled to spell and pronounce "badminton," Baldwin dismissed it as a "cucumber moment" and attributed the intense online reaction to bored individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated that forgetting things is normal and part of having a "mom brain" while being bilingual.
Baldwin's husband, Alec Baldwin, made a brief appearance on the show. She clarified that he wanted to be involved, and the filming schedule aligned. She described their dynamic as always fun and that they are best friends despite their playful teasing.
When asked about the possibility of appearing on "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test," another Fox reality series, Baldwin expressed interest, citing positive accounts from participants and her brother-in-law, Stephen Baldwin, who was on the show. She views such experiences as potentially life-changing and self-discovering, similar to her time on "Nation's Dumbest."