Present at the Elle Women in Hollywood ceremony, Selma Blair appeared without a cane or assistance dog on the red carpet. A simple gesture that would have been completely inconceivable to him just a few months ago, when his multiple sclerosis caused him intense suffering.
“I felt so weak, and all the fog and movement made it impossible to go out at night,” she told Variety. “I had no strength. I didn't think I would feel so grounded. »
She owes her improvement to a bone marrow transplant and a change in treatment.
Selma Blair doesn't forget the other patients
If Selma Blair is obviously delighted with her situation, she does not forget her role as spokesperson for people with disabilities.
“You don't realize how much visibility means to people until they thank you,” she said. “Even if it’s as simple as people telling you they appreciate the chance to be seen.” I didn't take that into account at first. I never thought people would see themselves in me. But it became very important to me. »
And this is just the beginning. Selma Blair will soon have the opportunity to be even more visible as she plans to get back on track with her career.
