NEW YORK — What was supposed to be a routine cross-country flight descended into mid-air chaos late Sunday when actress Selma Blair was taken into custody at John F. Kennedy International Airport following an alleged violent outburst aboard a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles.
According to law enforcement and airline officials, the 54-year-old Cruel Intentions star allegedly punched one flight attendant, bit another, and attempted to open an aircraft cabin door while airborne. Paramedics and Port Authority police met the aircraft at the gate, where two crew members received medical evaluation for injuries including bite marks and a bloody nose.
Blair was transported to a local hospital for evaluation before being formally charged with assault. The FBI confirmed it is investigating the incident alongside local authorities.
Representatives for Blair released a statement attributing her behavior to an unexpected health issue, claiming she “experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct”. Blair, who publicly disclosed her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2018, reportedly faced extreme disorientation due to an unexpected medication lapse combined with flight altitude, according to her legal team.
Delta Air Lines emphasized its strict zero-tolerance policy regarding unruly passengers, while legal proceedings regarding federal and state charges remain underway.Selma Blair Arrested After Flight Incident Report
