&imwidth=800&imheight=600&format=webp&quality=medium "'That was a crazy...': Cheryl Hines recalls chaos during White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting")
Amid the frightening turn of events on Saturday after shots were fired during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, actor Cheryl Hines, who was also present at the high-profile gathering, has opened up about the tense moments on social media.
The incident, which took place in Washington, D.C., not only triggered chaos among the guests but also grabbed attention across the world. As per reports, gunfire broke out near the ballroom, shortly after 8:30 p.m. ET, prompting United States Secret Service agents to escort Donald Trump to safety.
Cheryl Hines shares details
Hines attended the event alongside her husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Both are safe, and hours after the incident, the actor took to her Instagram Stories to share details about the incident that happened at the White House.
"Okay, so I just got back from the White House Correspondents' Dinner," she said in the clip. "That was a crazy, um, moment in time."
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Opening up about the panic after the gunshots, Hines said, "We were there and we heard shots and, um, everybody got under the tables. Nobody knew what was going on, and then, um, you know, Bobby's security detail surrounded us and took us.... I mean, really, like, had to lift me over chairs, because I'm in heels and and a gown, and, um, and they took us through all of the back ways, and we, uh, got in the car, and left. So, anyway, I'm just giving you a little update."
She shared another video reassuring followers about their safety. "So, um, thank you for everyone reaching out, asking if we're okay, and we are okay, and I thank you for that. Um, I'm in my pajamas now. Watching the news break, just like you guys. Um, but everybody stays safe," Hines concluded.
Investigation underway
President Trump later called the attacker "a sick person, a very sick person," and stated that the suspect "charged a security checkpoint armed with multiple weapons, and he was taken down by some very brave members of Secret Service."
As per the investigation, the individual acted alone, and the motive is yet to be revealed. Probe is still underway.
About Cheryl Hines
Hines is best known for her role as Cheryl David on the hit sitcom Curb Your Enthusiasm. The 60-year-old actor is a two-time Emmy nominee and has appeared in several shows, including Suburgatory and Popular Theory.
