Berlandi Nussbaum & Reitzas LLP (BNR) proudly congratulates its client, iconic actress Selma Blair on her cover on the first issue of Us Weekly’s newly redesigned magazine. With this issue already amassing over 1 billion impressions across various platforms, Selma graces the cover of what perhaps may be the most successful issue in US Weekly’s history. This unprecedented response and overwhelming reception underscores Selma’s enduring appeal and influence in the areas of cinema, television, fashion, and philanthropy.

Adding to this remarkable success, the cover was masterfully shot by none other than BNR client, Hype Williams. Renowned for his innovative and masterful visual artistry, Hype’s exceptional work on this project only further solidifies his legendary reputation as one of the foremost talents in photography and creative direction.  Click the following link for the Us Weekly article:  https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/selma-blair-once-quit-acting-due-to-ms-but-is-now-open-for-business/

BNR is honored to represent such distinguished and talented individuals. And BNR celebrates Selma Blair’s continued impact and Hype William’s visionary contributions, both of which have set new standards in the world of entertainment and media.

“As great as this Us Weekly redesign issue is” says Joshua T. Reitzas, Partner and Co-Founder of the firm, “Selma’s grace, resilience, and ability to stand as a symbol of hope and bravery transcend what any single publication can fully capture.  And we are so grateful that Hype was at the helm to lend his vision for such a historic shoot.”

With the issue celebrating Disability Pride Month, it is perfectly fitting Us Weekly chose to feature Selma Blair, whose inspiring journey with multiple sclerosis (MS) has touched countless lives. Us Weekly’s issue touches on Selma’s diagnosis and treatments, sobriety, romance, motherhood, and once again being “open for business” in Hollywood.

About Selma Blair:

Selma Blair is an iconic figure in film, fashion, and activism. She began her film career with comedic roles in pop culture classics like Cruel Intentions and Legally Blonde. Blair starred in season 31 of Dancing with the Stars, winning the Competition Contestant of 2022 award at the People’s Choice Awards, and released her critically acclaimed memoir, Mean Baby, a New York Times Bestseller. She is the subject of the award-winning documentary Introducing, Selma Blair and has notable film credits including Storytelling, The Sweetest Thing, Feast of Love, and A Dirty Shame. On television, she portrayed “Kris Jenner” in FX’s The People vs. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story and starred on stage in Gruesome Playground Injuries. Blair was Grammy-nominated for her reading of The Diary of Anne Frank. As Chief Creative Officer of Guide Beauty, she has been honored for her advocacy with the Equity in Entertainment award, the SAG-AFTRA Harold Russell Award, and the Media Access Visionary Award. Blair was recognized as one of Time Magazine’s 2017 People of The Year among their Silence Breakers. In 2023, Glamour honored her with the Women of the Year award, and in 2024, British Vogue named her one of its 40 “Megastars,” leading to an iconic Steven Meisel cover shoot.