Selma Blair addresses arrest on Delta flight, cites legal advice

In a video posted to Instagram on Friday, October 30th, the actress, known for her role in *Legally Blonde*, apologized to those affected and explained that her legal team has advised her not to discuss the matter due to ongoing legal proceedings.

“Hello, it’s me. I know I’ve been silent for a couple of weeks, since October 11th. You deserve to hear from me directly and I’m sorry it’s taken so long,” she began the recording.

The 54-year-old actress stated she is following her legal representatives’ recommendations and taking the situation seriously. “There’s a legal matter ongoing and my lawyers have asked me not to say anything about what happened that day, and I’m following their instructions. I’m taking this very seriously.”

Blair emphasized that she never intended to harm or frighten anyone. “All I can tell you is something very simple and it’s the truest thing I know about myself: never, on any day of my life, have I ever intended to hurt or scare anyone.”

She also offered apologies to anyone who felt disappointed, hurt, scared, or alarmed by the incident, visibly emotional during the message.

Blair expressed gratitude for the support she received and mentioned her son, Arthur Saint Bleick, and her pet, Scout, both of whom are doing well.

The incident occurred on a Delta Airlines flight from Los Angeles to New York. According to accusations, Blair allegedly struck one flight attendant and bit another crew member. She reportedly had to be restrained on the aircraft and was subsequently taken into custody after landing.

Authorities also allege that Blair kicked a Port Authority police officer in the head multiple times during transport to a hospital via ambulance and allegedly assaulted a nurse at the medical center, who subsequently filed charges.

Emergency communications related to the flight documented that the pilot requested medical assistance and police presence to address a passenger described as aggressive. It was also reported that one flight attendant had a nosebleed and another had bite marks.

A representative for Blair previously told Page Six that the actress experienced a medical emergency that contributed to the reported behavior. Delta Airlines stated that it does not tolerate violent or illegal behavior and prioritizes the safety of passengers and crew.

On October 12th, Blair appeared in Queens, New York, court and pleaded not guilty to two counts of second-degree assault. She was subsequently released on bail.

Her defense reportedly attributed the incident to Blair missing prescribed medication for her multiple sclerosis and working extended hours in the days leading up to the flight.