A huge hubbub ensued, with Baldwin ultimately feeling she needed to defend herself as her heritage was attacked.
Other interesting aspects of Baldwin’s identity were discussed, such as her name.
And so, the lifestyle guru spoke toThe New York Timesin a renewed effort to set the record straight.

I was born in Boston.
I spent time in Boston and in Spain.
My family now lives in Spain.

I moved to New York when I was 19 years old and I have lived here ever since.
For me, I feel like I have spent 10 years sharing that story over and over again.
And now it seems like it’s not enough."

Indeed, it seems even these explanations are not enough to make everyone happy post-scandal.