Selma Blair’s team has issued a statement regarding the actress’s recent arrest following an alleged incident during a flight on October 11. According to Blair’s representative, the public narrative surrounding the event has primarily relied on a police statement and a headline from ten years ago. The actor was taken into custody after allegedly causing harm to two flight attendants during a journey from Los Angeles to New York. Additionally, she faced charges of assaulting a police officer who was escorting her to the hospital and a nurse upon arrival.
Blair appeared in court on October 12 and entered a plea of not guilty to two counts of second-degree assault before being released on bail. Her representative clarified that Blair experienced a medical emergency during the flight and had no intention of causing harm to anyone. The statement also addressed misconceptions about Blair’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis, emphasizing that her condition has been public knowledge since 2018.
It was revealed that Blair, who has been an advocate for disability rights, suffered a medical episode due to a combination of factors, including missing doses of medication and hitting her head during the flight. Her representative highlighted the challenges Blair faces, including living with pain daily and managing pseudobulbar affect, a condition related to her MS.
The statement further mentioned Blair’s professional endeavors, such as launching skincare, clothing, and eyeglass lines focused on beauty and utility for individuals with physical limitations. Despite past incidents, including an apology in 2016 for behavior on a flight, Blair’s representative emphasized her ongoing advocacy work for disability rights, the MS community, and the Jewish community.
Blair, known for her roles in films like “Cruel Intentions,” “Legally Blonde,” and “Hellboy,” has maintained a relatively low Hollywood profile but participated in “Dancing With the Stars” in 2022 and is slated to appear in the upcoming supernatural thriller “Silent.” Her spokesperson urged a comprehensive understanding of the situation before passing judgment, both in legal proceedings and public opinion.
