Alec Baldwin is riding high with the success of 30 Rock, which is set to embark on yet another Emmy-nominated season in a few weeks. He's generally considered one of the most talented comedic actors in prime time and he has managed to rebuild his image after some ugly incidents involving his daughter and ex-wife Kim Basinger.
Now, Baldwin has shacked up with his girlfriend Hilaria Thomas, a yoga instructor who now shares an apartment with Baldwin in SoHo. The couple has been spotted all over the city and East Hampton, often with what appear to be versions of promise rings on their fingers. When asked about their future together, both have hinted at possibilities, but declined to offer specifics.
Given the age difference, it wouldn't seem to make much sense on either side for the pair to marry. Especially given Baldwin's difficult past as a result of his marriage to Basinger. Of course, he'd be even more wise to avoid marriage if a run for political office is really in his head. There would be nothing worse than a full-court press from the media to dig up anything possible on a young wife like Thomas.
Baldwin has reportedly dropped numerous hints that he would consider a run for Mayor of New York City at some point in the future. He acknowledged that he would likely have to wait until after the upcoming 2013 election, since his responsibilities with 30 Rock would most likely continue beyond that point. But as the show will probably wind down in the coming years, it's very easy to envision Baldwin trying to make a run at public office. He's intelligent and would likely be comfortable with the scrutiny and constant media attention. Whether he would be a competent mayor is another question altogether.
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