Selma Blair captivated the room at Hubble Studio in downtown Los Angeles, dancing to Blondie’s “Heart of Glass” with a confidence that belied her battle with multiple sclerosis. Clad in a striking black Carolina Herrera dress and heels, the 52-year-old actress posed effortlessly, drawing comparisons to the top models of today.
Photographer Hype Williams declared within minutes, “We’ve got the cover shot already,” as Blair, accompanied by her faithful service dog Scout, commanded the shoot with grace and determination. Her journey with MS over the past six years has only fueled her resolve, each pose a testament to embracing her unique disabilities as part of her beauty.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly for Disability Pride Month, Blair reflected on her evolution as both a person and an artist amidst life’s challenges. She spoke warmly of finding joy and romance with a mysterious Midwestern man, sharing, “He’s wonderful.”
“When the world feels dark, you have to seek out the beauty,” Blair revealed, also expressing her commitment to living her best life despite the obstacles. As a mother to 12-year-old Arthur, from her previous relationship with fashion designer Jason Bleick, Blair remains an inspiring figure of resilience and positivity.