From the Guardian · · 1m 30s
Selma Blair’s medical emergency led to arrest
Selma Blair’s representatives say she did not intend harm during airplane incident.
In brief
Selma Blair’s representatives say she did not intend harm during airplane incident. Selma Blair’s representatives claim she experienced a medical emergency on a flight that led to her arrest for allegedly assaulting flight attendants, police officer, and nurse. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Selma Blair leaves court
Selma Blair left court on 12 October 2026 in New York after her arraignment on charges of injuring two flight attendants during a cross-country flight.
Representatives say medical emergency
Selma Blair’s representatives stated she experienced a medical emergency on the flight and did not intend to harm anyone.
Blair denies door opening claim
Representatives said there was no attempt to open the airplane door during the incident, contradicting media reports.
Blair has multiple sclerosis
Blair has multiple sclerosis, a chronic neurological disorder she was diagnosed with in 2018, and a condition called pseudobulbar affect.
Blair travels with service dog
Blair travels with a service dog who does not leave her side, but authorities took the dog from her.
Blair’s past incident in 2016
Blair previously apologized for an incident in 2016 where she reportedly screamed uncontrollably on a flight from Cancún, Mexico, before being removed on a stretcher.
Blair pleads not guilty
Blair pleaded not guilty on Monday to state assault charges involving a police officer and a nurse, with a judge ordering her to stay away from them.
Here's the gist
Selma Blair’s representatives claim she experienced a medical emergency on a flight that led to her arrest for allegedly assaulting flight attendants, police officer, and nurse.
