Selma Blair Is an Inspiration for Inclusive 'British Vogue' Cover

The 'Cruel Intentions' actor is representing others just like her.

Selma Blair is inspiring others with her touching story. 

The Cruel Intentions actress, 50, appeared on the cover of British Vogue for the May 2023 issue, and fans are delighted to see her representing the disabled community.  

During her interview with the outlet, Blair opened up about using her cane–which supports her when it comes to her multiple sclerosis that went undiagnosed for 40 years–in the public eye and how she has helped younger people feel more confident using their canes. 

“I have an emotional and physical attachment to the cane,” Blair revealed. “I settle in my voice and body as soon as I hold [it]. It’s an extension of me. And 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.”

British Vogue shared the cover photo on their Instagram page and many fans took to the comments to praise her for representing others who are just like her.

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"A stunning cover. One of my favourites. You somehow managed to make chronic illness beautiful and fashionable while destigmatizing at the same time. Thank you 🙏," one fan wrote.

"Human and fierce 🔥," another fan commented. 

"She’s never been quiet about it. That’s why we love her. ❤️," a third fan gushed over the actress. 

"I collect Vogue every issue for well over a decade … this one I am going to frame. I see and appreciate you @selmablair thank you for making me more confident using my stick/cane," another user shared. 

Blair is constantly making a statement when it comes to her diagnosis. The actress appeared on season 31 of Dancing with the Stars, where she revealed that her goal on the show was to inspire others who are just like her to take risks and do what they love. 

"That's such a gift to inspire anybody," she said on the Sept. 26 episode of the competition show, per PEOPLE.

The actress concluded: "That is not something in my life I ever thought I would do, and I think with perspective, being a mom and growing older and really valuing my sobriety and things, that being vulnerable has really been a gift to me because I think I do have a lot of relatable human issues that so many people have. But I'm also someone that gets to be in a spotlight, and so I just roll with that, and I'm learning to roll with it better."