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Selma Blair's Mid-Flight Meltdown: Door Opened, Staff Attacked
12 Oct
Summary
- Actress Selma Blair allegedly attempted to open a plane door mid-flight.
- She reportedly punched and bit airline employees during the incident.
- Blair's representative stated a medical emergency led to her alleged conduct.
Selma Blair allegedly caused a disturbance aboard a Delta flight traveling to JFK from LAX on Sunday, October 10, 2026. Reports indicate the actress attempted to open an aircraft door while in mid-air. During the incident, she reportedly punched one flight attendant and bit another.
Emergency services were alerted, and New York Port Authority police responded upon the plane's arrival. Two airline employees sustained injuries, with one needing hospitalization. Blair was taken into custody and transported for medical evaluation. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched a probe into the alleged assault.
A representative for Blair stated that the actress experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct. They confirmed she received immediate medical attention upon landing and is currently in stable condition.
This incident recalls a 2016 flight disruption where Blair apologized for mixing medication and alcohol. She publicly disclosed her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2018. Blair recently shared plans for a documentary titled "Hineni (Here I Am)" about the aftermath of her past Islamophobic comments.
