Selma Blair Rocks the Cover of ‘British Vogue’ With a Cane Amid Multiple Sclerosis Battle: ‘It’s an Extension of Me’

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Making a difference! Selma Blair graced the May 2023 cover of British Vogue — and struck a pose with her cane amid her battle with multiple sclerosis.“I have an emotional and physical attachment to the cane.

I settle in my voice and body as soon as I hold [it],” Blair, 50, told the outlet in an interview published on Thursday, April 20. “I know it adds to visibility.

So many younger people have started publicly embracing their sticks more. I do think representation matters. If I can help remove stigma or over-curiosity in a crowd for someone else, then that’s great.”The Cruel Intentions star donned two looks for the photo shoot: a beige cutout gown and matching Valentino heels [on the cover and a black The Row dress with Manolo Blahnik stilettos for a second pic.

Blai was one of 19 creatives from the disabled community to be featured in the issue — which was shot by photographer Adama Jalloh.The Legally Blonde actress told the outlet that her cane has become an “extension” of herself since being diagnosed with MS in August 2018. (She publicly disclosed her condition via social media two months later.)In order to view the video, please allow Manage CookiesBlair — who shares 11-year-old son Arthur with ex Jason Bleick — has remained candid about navigating her health challenges in the spotlight, even starring in a documentary about her diagnosis, Introducing, Selma Blair, which premiered in March 2021.