Actor Selma Blair did not mean to hurt anyone during a recent flight incident that led to her arrest on allegations of assaulting cabin crew members, a police officer, and a nurse. Her representatives released a statement on Friday, describing the episode as a medical emergency.
Incident Overview
The statement from Blair's team characterized prior media coverage of her arrest following a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York as unsympathetic and inaccurate. It specifically refuted claims that she attempted to open the airplane door during the flight.
““Selma Blair experienced a medical emergency on the flight. There was no attempt to open the door of the aircraft. Selma did not intend to harm anyone,” the statement read.
Background on Blair's Condition
Blair's representatives elaborated on her health, noting that she has multiple sclerosis (MS), a chronic neurological disorder she publicly disclosed in 2018. They called it “outrageous” for anyone to suggest otherwise. The statement highlighted her struggles:
- Blair experiences daily pain and has a condition known as pseudobulbar affect, which affects how her medical episodes present to others.
- She travels with a service dog that provides her support, which was taken from her by authorities during the incident.
Media Coverage and Previous Incidents
The statement criticized media outlets for referencing a 2016 incident where Blair was removed from a flight after reportedly screaming uncontrollably. She later apologized for that incident, attributing her behavior to mixing alcohol with medication.
