Actress Natasha Lyonne was removed from a Delta Air Lines flight to New York on Tuesday after reportedly taking a sleeping pill onboard. Lyonne, who has openly discussed her history with substance abuse, said she ingested a dose of Lunesta after being seated in an effort to rest before attending a television taping.

According to reports, Lyonne appeared disoriented and did not respond to flight attendants’ instructions, leading to her removal from the flight for safety reasons. The incident caused some delay for other passengers as security personnel intervened.

Lyonne addressed the situation on the social media platform X, acknowledging her use of the medication and expressing regret for any inconvenience caused to travelers. She also made light of being detained by security, referencing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a joking manner.

Despite the disruption, Lyonne was seen on Thursday at the New York City premiere of the documentary “Lorne,” which profiles the life and career of “Saturday Night Live” creator Lorne Michaels. Observers noted she appeared well-prepared and composed at the event.

Delta Air Lines and airport security officials have not issued formal statements regarding the incident. The actress’s comments highlight ongoing conversations around passenger safety, medication use during flights, and the responsibilities of airlines and security personnel in managing in-flight conduct.