Selma Blair has been forced to apologize for posting an Islamophobic rant saying that “Islam has destroyed Muslim countries” – and only came to the US to “destroy minds.”
The Jewish actor sparked widespread criticism for his since-deleted comments on a post by immigration reform advocate Abraham Hamra, attacking Reps. Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush for voting against a measure that would have barred anyone who took part in Hamas’ October 7 attacks on Israel from immigrating. to the US.
“Thank you so much,” wrote Blair, 51, after Hamra called Tlaib a “fraud,” “idiot” and “hateful anti-Semite,” the Daily Beast reported.
“Deport all the criminals who support these terrorists,” he wrote.
“Islam has destroyed Muslim countries and then they come here and destroy the mind. They know they are liars. Twisted justification. May they meet their fate,” he wrote.
Selma Blair has apologized for what she said was an error in judgment after posting comments condemned as Islamophobic. Getty Images
Social media users and The Council on American–Islamic Relations, America’s largest Muslim civil rights organization, accused the actor of being Islamophobic.
“Based on the hateful and ignorant statements made by Ms. Blair, we doubt that she has ever engaged in any meaningful interaction with her Muslim colleagues in Hollywood or other members of the American Muslim community,” wrote CAIR’s Edward Ahmed Mitchell.
In a mea culpa on Instagram on Tuesday, Blair, who is Jewish, said she used the blowback “to learn and better understand how important words are.”
In a post that has since been deleted, Blair wrote that “Islam has destroyed Muslim countries.” SelmaBlair / X
“I made a mistake and unintentionally associated Muslims with Radical Islamists and fundamentalists, a big mistake in my words, and it affected many people I never intended, and I deeply regret it.
“As soon as my mistake was brought to my attention, I deleted the comment,” he wrote.
“Hatred and misinformation are magnified so easily these days. This time with my own hands.
The Council on American–Islamic Relations, America’s largest Muslim civil rights organization, condemned Blair’s comments. Getty Images for Glamor The actress posted a lengthy apology on Instagram. Selma Blair / Instagram
“In this regard, I was wrong in my writing and I am fully aware of how I contributed to a deeply disillusioned Muslim community,” Blair continued.
“I respect and love all peace-loving communities, all over the world. My Muslim friends who help educate and show me the way,” he added. “I am committed to advancing their love and understanding.”
The “Legally Blonde” and “Hellboy” actress said wherever she goes, she tries to “create a branch to hold on to, a bridge to meet for all marginalized communities.
“I am dedicated to tolerance and peace for all who want it – not hatred,” he added.
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