Selma Blair's Apology for Islamophobic Comment Sparks Backlash
Actress Selma Blair apologizes for posting an anti-Islam comment on Instagram, acknowledging her mistake and expressing regret for hurting countless people. She clarified that she mistakenly conflated Muslims with radical Islamists and fundamentalists, and emphasized her commitment to tolerance and peace. Blair's comment sparked backlash on social media, with filmmaker James Lebrecht and the Council on American-Islamic Relations criticizing her remarks. She concluded her statement by apologizing to the Muslim community and expressing her dedication to doing better.