Timothy Busfield Child Sex Abuse Charges: Melissa Gilbert Stands by Husband After Surrender (2026)
Timothy Busfield surrendered to authorities on child sex abuse charges. Wife Melissa Gilbert issued a statement of support while warning against AI deepfakes. Read the full timeline.
One of Hollywood's long-standing couples is facing its darkest hour. Timothy Busfield has surrendered to authorities on child sex abuse charges, while his wife, Melissa Gilbert, vows to stand by him as the legal battle unfolds.
Timothy Busfield Child Sex Abuse Charges: The Core Allegations
According to Entertainment Weekly, the Thirtysomething star surrendered to the Albuquerque Police Department on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The arrest warrant details allegations from two child actors who worked with Busfield on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady' between late 2022 and early 2024.
Busfield is accused of inappropriate touching on multiple occasions. One victim has reportedly been diagnosed with PTSD and anxiety. If convicted, the actor could face three or more years in state prison. In a video obtained by TMZ, Busfield adamantly denied the claims, calling them "horrible lies" and suggesting the parents are seeking revenge for their children not being rehired for the show's final season.
Melissa Gilbert Stance and Deepfake Warning
Melissa Gilbert's representative, Ame Van Iden, released a statement confirming that Gilbert "stands with and supports her husband." Gilbert has deactivated her social media to focus on her family. Crucially, the rep warned against "AI-generated deepfakes" circulating online that purport to show Gilbert breaking her silence, stating they are fraudulent.
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