Selma Blair arrested after trying to open plane doors, biting flight attendant

Selma Blair was arrested following an alleged violent incident on a Delta Air Lines flight over the weekend. The actress, 54, allegedly attempted to open the aircraft door in the middle of the flight, which was headed to John F. Kennedy International Airport Sunday, Oct. 11, the New York Port Author

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Selma Blair was arrested following an alleged violent incident on a Delta Air Lines flight over the weekend.

The actress, 54, allegedly attempted to open the aircraft door in the middle of the flight, which was headed to John F. Kennedy International Airport Sunday, Oct. 11, the New York Port Authority told TMZ.

She also allegedly punched a flight attendant and bit another, and one was taken to the hospital for their injuries. TMZ reported Blair was arrested and taken to the hospital for evaluation, where she remained as of the afternoon on Monday, Oct. 12.

Selma Blair attends Variety's 2026 Power of Women event on Sept. 23, 2026, in Los Angeles.

A representative for Blair told TMZ in a statement, "Selma experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct. Upon landing, she received immediate medical attention and is currently

in stable condition."

The FBI is investigating the incident.

USA TODAY reached out to a representative for Blair for comment.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Selma Blair arrested after trying to open plane doors, biting flight attendant