Selma Blair Arrested After Alleged Assault on Delta Airlines Flight

Selma Blair Arrested Following In-Flight Incident

Actress Selma Blair was arrested after an incident aboard Delta Air Lines Flight 938 from Los Angeles to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on Sunday night. The arrest followed allegations that Blair, 54, bit a flight attendant and caused injury to a second crew member during the journey.

Details of the Alleged Flight Attendant Incident

According to the Port Authority Police, two flight attendants sustained injuries—one from an alleged bite and the other from a laceration. One of the attendants was taken to the hospital for treatment. The incident occurred at approximately 11 p.m. during the scheduled flight.

Medical Emergency and Restraint Onboard

Blair's attorney reported that she experienced a medical emergency during the flight, though specific details about the medical issue were not disclosed. A law enforcement source indicated that the flight crew found it necessary to restrain Blair on board. Upon landing, Port Authority Police and the FBI responded to the plane at JFK.

Arrest, Hospital Evaluation, and Further Allegations

After the flight landed, Blair was transported to Jamaica Hospital for evaluation, described as a hospital evaluation relating to her condition. During the ambulance ride, she allegedly kicked a Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) officer, and upon arrival at the hospital, she was also accused of assaulting a nurse, according to a law enforcement source.

Legal Proceedings and Charges

The District Attorney's office confirmed that Blair was released from the hospital and taken to Queens Central Booking for arraignment on two counts of assault related to her behavior in the ambulance and at the hospital. Additionally, law enforcement sources stated that she is expected to face two federal assault charges stemming from the flight attendant incident. Blair remains in custody.

Statements From Legal Representation and Airline

Blair's attorney emphasized that a medical emergency led to her alleged conduct and confirmed that she received immediate medical care, reporting she is now in stable condition. The attorney did not provide further information about the nature of the medical emergency. Delta Air Lines issued a statement reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy for unruly or unlawful behavior on flights, stressing the safety of customers and crew.

FBI and Air Traffic Control Response

The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential assault on board the aircraft. Air traffic control audio captured the flight's pilot requesting medical personnel at the gate due to injuries involving a bloody nose and bite marks. The pilot also noted that the disruptive passenger appeared to have injured her head and indicated both medical evaluation and law enforcement intervention were required.

Background on Selma Blair

Selma Blair is known for her roles in films such as "Cruel Intentions," "Legally Blonde," and "Hellboy." In 2022, she was a contestant on "Dancing with the Stars." Blair has been public about her battle with multiple sclerosis, a condition she has discussed in interviews and in her memoir. In her 2022 memoir, Blair included a chapter titled "Bite Me," in which she described past incidents of biting others while drinking. She has also spoken about the challenges of traveling with multiple sclerosis, most recently in a 2025 interview with People magazine.