Selma Blair suffered blackouts during rehearsals for the Dancing with the stars live broadcasts of season 31. The DWTS The contestant has been candid about her multiple sclerosis diagnosis since she first revealed her condition in 2018 and said she appeared on DWTS will not only benefit his stamina and overall health, but will also make him more aware of the disease. Dancing with the stars is currently streaming episodes live on Disney+.
Talk with HEYSelma detailed the health issues she faced while competing on DWTS, including fainting spells that affected his rehearsal schedule. The After star was interviewed alongside her service dog, Scout, whom she credits with alleviating many of the symptoms her multiple sclerosis diagnosis may present. The recent fainting has raised concerns for Selma’s dance partner, Sasha Farber, who urged Selma to “take a day off” after such an attack. Selma dismissed those concerns, pointing out that she could “I pass out a lot. That’s part of the reason I have Scout.” She pointed out that the dog acts to catch up with her when she shows symptoms like loss of vision or disorientation, and that these episodes are not often a “hospital condition”. Selma managed to rehearse for an additional five hours after this episode, allowing her to perfect a much-loved performance of the week from Elvis.
Selma Blair feels “totally at home” on DWTS
Far from feeling limited by the physical demands of DWTS, Selma admitted that they have loosened up somewhat. She said she knew “Where I’m from, but, you know, like, ‘I really have this'” adding that she feels “completely at home” on the dance floor. Her dance partner Sasha attempted to use this newfound confidence to their advantage during Bond Week, creating a routine that left Selma blindfolded throughout the performance. This technique reflects a coping mechanism that Selma uses in her daily life to combat the effects of MS. “I find that I close my eyes and it allows me to center myself much more” Selma explained. “So I can calm down a bit.”
Dancing with the stars is one of Selma’s highest-profile projects since being diagnosed with MS in 2018. She is best known for her roles in cult films such as Hellboy and Revenge of a Blondeand her popularity with audiences and other cast members persists, with notable supporters in the audience, including her cruel intentions co-starring Sarah Michelle Gellar. While Selma went on to appear in several small film and television roles, including a supporting role in the After series, weekly live TV can be a test for any performer. The spotlights have already made too much noise for sex and the city controversial actor Jason Lewis The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice and charlie’s angels star Cheryl Ladd, who was eliminated in the first three weeks of competition.
Before even competing on DWTSfor those who have been fans of Selma since her first screen appearance in an episode of The Adventures of Pete and Pete, watching her battle an illness can be both inspiring and shocking. Understand the challenges Selma faces in rehearsing for DWTS allows a better appreciation of one’s performance, even if one was already familiar with one’s MS diagnosis. Her desire to advocate on behalf of people with MS has come to fruition through her conduct both on the dance floor and during rehearsals. Although these symptoms are endemic to the disease and will most likely continue, it is hoped that Selma will continue to overcome them as she has so far.
Dancing with the stars airs Mondays at 8 p.m. EDT on Disney+.
Source: ET
