A spokesperson for actress Selma Blair released an official statement on October 16, 2026, providing context surrounding her recent arrest at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. The statement emphasized that Blair had no intention of causing harm and explained that severe confusion caused by missed medication for multiple sclerosis contributed to a mid-flight medical emergency.
Blair pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor assault charges in Queens Criminal Court following the incident on a flight from Los Angeles. Her legal representative confirmed to the court that the actress is actively working with medical professionals to adjust her health regimen, and her legal team expects a constructive resolution to the matter.
Blair, 54, has been a prominent figure in American film and television for nearly three decades. She achieved breakout fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s starring in classic films such as Cruel Intentions (1999), Legally Blonde (2001), and the original Hellboy movie franchise directed by Guillermo del Toro. Her television credits include starring roles in Anger Management and American Crime Story: The People v. O. J. Simpson.
Since publicly disclosing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2018, Blair has become a leading national advocate for disability visibility, neurodiversity, and accessible design. She detailed her journey in her 2022 bestselling memoir Mean Baby and starred in the acclaimed documentary Introducing, Selma Blair, which chronicled her experimental stem-cell treatments.
Blair's representative reiterated her appreciation for her fans and supporters, noting that she remains dedicated to her ongoing wellness practices and advocacy work as her legal team handles the ongoing administrative proceedings.
