Selma Blair apologises after backlash to Islamophobic comment: ‘A terrible error’
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “In my comment, I mistakenly and inadvertently conflated Muslims with Radical Islamists and fundamentalists, a terrible err in my words, and resulted in hurting countless people I never meant to, and I deeply regret this.” Blair, 51, said that she had removed the comment as soon as her “error” was “brought to attention”. I am dedicated to tolerance and peace for all who want it – not hate.” Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free She concluded her message by apologising “to those in the Muslim community who I offended with my words” as well as her friends, and “anyone I hurt”.
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