US actor Selma Blair charged with assault after alleged flight altercation

US actress Selma Blair was arrested and charged with assault following an altercation on a Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles to New York City, according to court documents. The incident reportedly occurred late Sunday after the 54-year-old star's flight landed at John F. Kennedy Airport. According to the allegations, Blair punched and bit at least two flight attendants and later assaulted a police officer and a nurse during transport to the hospital.

She pleaded not guilty to both counts of second-degree assault and was released on bail. Her next court appearance is scheduled for January 19. The FBI also issued a warrant accusing Blair of assaults on the plane. A representative for Blair claimed that her actions were due to a medical emergency, stating that she received immediate medical attention upon landing and is currently stable.

Delta Air Lines expressed zero tolerance for unruly behavior, emphasizing their commitment to passenger and crew safety. In 2016, Blair was similarly removed from a flight after an incident involving an outburst. She has previously admitted to an incident in 2022 where she bit several celebrities, including Kate Moss, often while under the influence of alcohol.