Selma Blair’s team has released a statement addressing the recent incident leading to the actor’s arrest during a flight on October 11. The representative emphasized that the public narrative surrounding the events has mainly relied on a police statement and old news reports.
Blair was taken into custody for allegedly causing harm to two flight attendants during a flight from Los Angeles to New York. Additionally, she faced charges of assaulting a police officer and a nurse. Her team expressed gratitude to journalists who portrayed Selma beyond just a headline, highlighting the lack of fair reporting and the emergence of speculative misinformation.
During a court appearance on October 12, Blair pleaded not guilty to two counts of second-degree assault and was subsequently released on bail. Her representative clarified that the incident stemmed from a medical emergency during the flight, refuting claims of intentional harm by Blair.
According to the charging documents, Blair resisted medical treatment at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, leading to altercations with an officer and a nurse. Her lawyer attributed her actions to a medical episode caused by missing doses of a crucial medication for her multiple sclerosis.
The statement reiterated Blair’s long-standing battle with multiple sclerosis and her advocacy for disability rights. It also addressed misconceptions about her condition and emphasized the impact of her neurological symptoms on her behavior during medical episodes.
Furthermore, Blair’s team highlighted her ongoing advocacy efforts and entrepreneurial ventures, emphasizing her dedication to various causes despite the challenges she faces due to her health condition.
Although this incident has garnered public attention, her spokesperson urged everyone to consider the full context before forming judgments, both in legal proceedings and public discourse.