Flight Delay Follows Reports of Non-Compliance, Actress Offers Cryptic "Shout-Out"
A Delta Air Lines flight experienced a significant delay on Tuesday night when actress Natasha Lyonne was reportedly escorted off the plane. The incident, which took place on a red-eye service from Los Angeles to New York, involved allegations of Lyonne failing to comply with flight attendant instructions regarding her laptop and seatbelt. The aircraft ultimately returned to the gate to allow for her deplaning.
Lyonne, 47, broke her silence on the matter Thursday via the social media platform X, posting a cryptic message: "💞," followed by a "shout-out" to "unpaid TSA agents." She also added, "Rest is all noise and baloney." This statement comes after reports that suggested Lyonne appeared "out of it" and unresponsive to crew requests. Her laptop was reportedly taken from her possession before the plane began to taxi.
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Sources indicate the disturbance delayed the flight for over an hour, with the aircraft eventually departing for New York without Lyonne. Her luggage was also removed from the plane prior to her exiting.
Public Statements and Background
While Delta has offered no further comment beyond acknowledging reports, Lyonne's representatives have not immediately responded to requests for statements. The actress, known for her roles in 'Orange Is the New Black,' 'Russian Doll,' and 'Poker Face,' has been open about her past struggles with addiction, including a recent relapse in January after a decade of sobriety.
The incident occurred hours after Lyonne attended the Season 3 premiere of HBO's 'Euphoria,' where she made a guest appearance. Photographs from the premiere show her in a striking outfit, including a see-through top, black stockings, and oversized sunglasses. Later reports noted she was wearing similar attire, albeit with sneakers and a coat, for the flight.
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Previous reports from March 19 cite Lyonne stating on X that she remained sober following the aforementioned relapse, marking the end of approximately ten years of sobriety. Her history includes past high-profile incidents, contributing to a public image often described as that of a Hollywood "wild child."
