Selma Blair has issued an apology for a controversial Islamophobic comment she made on social media. The actress has promised to do better in the future after facing backlash for her remarks.
Key Takeaway
Selma Blair has publicly apologized for her Islamophobic comment, acknowledging her mistake and expressing a commitment to promoting tolerance and peace.
The Controversy
Last week, Selma Blair’s comment on an Instagram post about Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush voting against a measure banning Hamas terrorists from immigrating to the U.S. went viral. In her since-deleted comment, Blair called for the deportation of “terrorist supporting goons” and made disparaging remarks about Islam.
The Apology
In her apology shared on Instagram, Selma Blair acknowledged her mistake and expressed deep regret for hurting countless people with her words. She clarified that she mistakenly conflated Muslims with Radical Islamists and fundamentalists, leading to the offensive comment. Blair also emphasized her dedication to tolerance and peace for all, emphasizing that her intention is not to spread hate.
