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Judge Tosses Child Sex Abuse Charges Against ‘West Wing’ Actor: The Emmy winner claims the charges against him were an act of revenge.

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Timothy Busfield’s Child Sex Abuse Indictment Tossed After Judge Finds Prosecutor Improperly Blocked Witnesses

Child sex abuse case against West Wing actor Timothy Busfield dismissed

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Judge Tosses Timothy Busfield Sexual Abuse Indictment: The judge left open the possibility of new criminal proceedings.

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Melissa Gilbert advocates for young stars to be protected after Hayden Panettiere's death — as husband faces child sex abuse charges

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Timothy Busfield's seven-word response when confronted with claims he touched twin boys on set

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Melissa Gilbert moves out of NYC apartment amid husband Timothy Busfield’s child sex abuse case

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Melissa Gilbert Reveals She’s Moving Out of Her N.Y.C. Apartment amid Husband’s Child Sex Abuse Allegations

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Melissa Gilbert Admits Being Well Aware Of Husband's Assault Allegations Before They Married

Key FactsMelissa Gilbert Stands Firm Amid Abuse Allegations

Apr 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Timothy Busfield turned himself in after being accused of sexually abusing two boys during the filming of The Cleaning Lady.

Melissa Gilbert characterizes her husband as an honest and caring individual whom she trusts deeply, including with her family.

The charges have drastically altered their lives, ending many of their shared plans and dreams.

Gilbert maintains Busfield’s innocence and notes that even if cleared, his reputation will likely remain damaged.

Believe me, if I thought for a second that Tim Busfield hurt a child, he’d have a lot more to worry about than prison.
— Melissa Gilbert, during a Good Morning America interview addressing the allegations against her husband

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Melissa Gilbert defends Timothy Busfield amid child sex abuse case: 'Our life as we knew it is done'

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Timothy Busfield's child sex abuse case sets trial date: A trial date has been set for the criminal case against Timothy Busfield.

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Timothy Busfield pleads not guilty to child sex abuse charges, waives right to arraignment

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Actor Timothy Busfield Indicted on Child Sex Abuse Charges: Actor Timothy Busfield has formally been indicted on child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.

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🔗: people.com/timothy-busfield-indicted-grand-jury-four-counts-of-criminal-sexual-contact-with-a-child-11884890? Timothy Busfield was released from the Albuquerque Metropolitan Detention Center in New Mexico on Jan. 20 after surrendering on an arrest warrant ... Show more

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Melissa Gilbert Cries in Court as Husband Timothy Busfield Is Released from Jail While Facing Child...

Key FactsTimothy Busfield Faces Child Abuse Charges in Court

Jan 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com

Timothy Busfield attended a court hearing in Albuquerque on January 20, 2026, confronting allegations of inappropriate contact with minors.

His wife Melissa Gilbert showed public support and submitted a letter affirming his character and denying the claims.

The investigation started in November 2024 following reports from parents of minor actors on the Fox show 'The Cleaning Lady.'

Busfield was subsequently removed from the upcoming Amazon MGM romantic comedy 'You Deserve Each Other.'

I only want this extraordinary man safe and whole.
— Melissa Gilbert, in a letter of support for her husband Timothy Busfield during his court hearing.

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NBC Scraps 'Law & Order: SVU' Episode Amid Timothy Busfield Allegations: Timothy Busfield's new episode of 'Law & Order: SVU' will not air as he faces ...

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Timothy Busfield Surrenders To Police On Child Sex Abuse Charges; “I Did Not Do Anything To Those Little Boys”

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Megyn Kelly Targets ‘The West Wing’ Actor’s Wife in Fresh Attack: The MAGA commentator blasted ‘Little House on the Prairie’ star Melissa Gilbert for hypocrisy.

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