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Billy Baldwin says a 1993 romance thriller left him with such bad memories he will “never, ever” take another job with Sharon Stone. On a recent podcast, Baldwin recounted days on the Sliver set that, he says, were rife with tension and awkward moments. His account revisits old allegations, challenges Stone’s version, and reopens a long-dormant Hollywood feud.
Podcast revelations: Baldwin rehashes the Sliver fallout
On the Lisa Guerrero Unleashed podcast, Baldwin walked listeners through his experience on Sliver. He described growing friction that started weeks into filming. The actor explained that the strain affected cast and crew morale.
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Why he refused to kiss his co-star
Baldwin told the host he could not bring himself to kiss Stone during the movie’s final intimate sequences. He asked producers for a change. He agreed to perform but insisted the scenes be staged without a kiss. The result, he says, was an embrace filmed against a support column.
Details of the on-set atmosphere and claims
Baldwin painted a picture of a chilly workplace. He said initial cordiality evaporated and that Stone stopped greeting him. That silence, he claims, lasted months and made filming difficult.
- Early rapport: Baldwin said they started on friendly terms.
- Sudden distance: He described Stone refusing to say hello or goodbye.
- Producers involved: Baldwin says he met with producers about his discomfort.
- Last-minute adjustments: He asked not to kiss Stone in the remaining love scenes.
Counterclaims and the memoir controversy
The actor disputed a claim Stone made in her 2021 memoir, The Beauty of Living Twice. Stone asserted a producer pushed her to sleep with Baldwin to improve his performance. Baldwin says the message he got was different.
He recalled producers urging the actors to resolve “pent-up sexual energy” to ease tension on set. Baldwin defended Stone’s talent, calling her performance exceptional. He criticized how the story was recirculated during the film’s promotion decades later.
Robert Evans’ role, according to Baldwin
Baldwin referenced producer Robert Evans in his retelling. He said Evans relayed concerns about on-set tension and suggested addressing it directly. Baldwin insists that advice was about smoothing friction, not questioning Stone’s acting.
Allegations about Stone’s behavior and memorabilia
Beyond the kiss dispute, Baldwin made several personal claims about Stone. He said she kept items in her trailer that seemed focused on him. He also recounted an on-set stumble that left Stone briefly on crutches after an accidental step.
- Trailers and mementos: Baldwin alleges candles and photos focused on him.
- On-set accident: He claims to have stepped on her mid-scene, causing her to limp.
- Third-party remarks: He referenced a reported plan Stone shared with Janice Dickinson.
Some of these points have been publicly disputed before. Dickinson has previously denied certain claims attributed to her about their relationship.
Attempts at reconciliation and recent encounters
Baldwin said he has run into Stone at public events since the film. He noted brief sightings at an airport and at a car show. But he added those encounters produced no conversation. He said he would like to make amends if the chance arises.
Despite the notoriety of their past, Baldwin signaled a wish to shake Stone’s hand or offer a hug. Still, he was adamant he would not work with her again.
Public response and Stone’s silence
Page Six reached out to Stone’s representatives, who did not return a comment. Baldwin predicted his podcast story could go viral. He said he had never shared these details publicly before the interview.
The renewed attention follows a 2024 flare-up when Baldwin threatened to reveal more about Stone. He chose not to at that time. Now, his podcast account reintroduces old disputes to a new audience.
