Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in September 2022.

The Heritage Debate: Boston Roots vs. Spanish Identity

Back in 2020, revelations surfaced that Hilaria, originally presented as Spanish, is actually from Boston. This revelation fueled skepticism about her authenticity. For example, during an interview, she once forgot the English word for cucumber, which raised eyebrows. Additionally, it emerged that she previously went by the name Hilary, further confusing her identity.

Controversy Over the Baby’s Name

The birth of their seventh child, named Ilaria Catalina Irena, sparked a fresh wave of backlash. Social media users quickly voiced their disapproval. On Twitter, one user slammed the name as a “Fake Spanish name from a Boston-born mom.” Others questioned why the Baldwins avoided American names, even as middle names, for their children.

Critics also targeted Hilaria’s continued embrace of a Spanish persona. Some suggested the couple’s fame might have influenced their cultural choices, while one sarcastically proposed renaming her “Hilarious” to highlight the irony.