Legally Blonde actress Selma Blair apologises for Islamophobic slurs

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Selma Blair, widely recognized for her roles in movies like "Legally Blonde," found herself in the midst of controversy after a social media post that was quickly condemned as Islamophobic. The 51-year-old actress came under fire for her comment, which she later admitted "resulted in hurting countless people."

 

The incident stemmed from a response Blair made to a supporter of immigration reform who criticized Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush for voting against a measure related to the 7 October attack on Israel. Blair's now-deleted comment sparked outrage as she wrote, "Deport all these terrorist supporting goons. Islam has destroyed Muslim countries and then they come here and destroy minds. They know they are liars. Twisted justifications. May they meet their fate."

 

Realizing the impact of her words, Blair took to Instagram to issue an apology, acknowledging her mistake in conflating Muslims with radical Islamists and fundamentalists. She expressed deep regret for hurting individuals unintentionally and pledged to "do better."

Blair's apology emphasized the ease with which hate and misinformation can spread in today's digital age. She reflected on the importance of learning from mistakes and understanding the impact of words, especially in times of global turmoil.

 

The incident highlights the significance of accountability and education in combating prejudice and fostering understanding among diverse communities. As Blair seeks to rectify her misstep and learn from the experience, it serves as a reminder of the responsibility we all have in promoting empathy and inclusivity in our interactions both online and offline.

 

15.02.24

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[KhunLA]

Why would one apologize for such an accurate statement .. IMHO

... oh wait, I know, so in income is stopped when you get cancelled 

[thaibeachlovers]

3 hours ago, Social Media said:

Realizing the impact of her words, Blair took to Instagram to issue an apology, acknowledging her mistake in conflating Muslims with radical Islamists and fundamentalists. She expressed deep regret for hurting individuals unintentionally and pledged to "do better."

More like "Realizing the impact of her words might impact her earning ability as an "older" actress, she made a grovelling apology in hopes that people might keep going to her movies" so she doesn't end up on welfare.

[James105]

The late Christopher Hitchens was quite prophetic about this back in 2009:

 

"Resist it while you still can and before the right to complain is taken away from you, which will be the next thing.  You will be told, you can't complain because you're Islamophobic.  The term is already being introduced into the culture, as if it's an accusation of race hatred for example or bigotry, whereas it's only the objection to the preachings of a very extreme and very absolutist religion".  

 

How right he was.  Actress complains about people that support terrorist groups and as predicted by Hitchins back in 2009, she is accused of being Islamophobic and has to issue an apology.  No apology is sought or needed by the terrorist supporting goons for she was referring to. 

[EastBayRay]

Seems fairly accurate to me.

 

but the truth ain’t always popular

[impulse]

If she wants to do some real penance, how about throwing one to an old geezer? 

 

We're a protected class, after all.  I think...

 

Edit:  And since it was my idea, just tell me when and where.

 

Edited February 15 by impulse

[Danderman123]

Selma Blair has MS, she's not making any more movies.

 

Islam is no more dangerous than any other religion. Plenty of Christian nut jobs out there.