Melissa Gilbert’s husband, Timothy Busfield, facing warrant for child sex abuse

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:After reading through this thread, it’s astonishing how much vitriol some of you seem to live with every day. It’s sad, actually.

Agree with this. And without having full details or a complete picture either. Pretty much enjoying the nasty speculation.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:After reading through this thread, it’s astonishing how much vitriol some of you seem to live with every day. It’s sad, actually.

Agree with this. And without having full details or a complete picture either. Pretty much enjoying the nasty speculation.

Where were you when the P Diddy thread was active?!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Anyone rushing to condemn here (whether it’s those champing at the bit to lynch this guy, or those who are certain his accusers are making false claims) is an idiot, dishonest, or both.

Same with those who blindly support capital punishment. You’re not winning a medal for having a trigger finger with your gavel, armchair judges and juries. There’s a process. Let it play out before you fire up your pitchforks and tiki torches (and broomsticks).

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/innocence/etc/other.html

Did that happen with Harvey Weinstein too?

I don’t follow these kinds of cases closely because this isn’t my area of focus, but it doesn’t really matter - it SHOULD happen in EVERY case. Due process is an essential element of our system of justice, not an optional, discretionary “add-on” if the court of public opinion decides they are feeling magnanimous that particular day.

Are you new to the system of justice here in the U.S.? It seems like there are ardent participants here who would prefer to exact their version of justice first, and then ask questions later.

Frightening times, indeed.

Who is seeking to execute this man? Have a Xanax or call Better Help, it’ll help steady your nerves.

He’s appropriately in custody now and will be tried for these charges. Anyone here is allowed to opine on his likely guilt with zero impact on the legal outcome.

+1,000

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:A security guard on the set is defending Busfield, said parents were always present, encouraged kids to hug other people on set, and he heard mom directly threaten Busfield.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/20/timothy-busfield-mom-of-child-actors-originally-threatened-him/

Agree with the due process poster. The parents seem sus here. However, I’m quite sure Busfield has pricey publicists doing damage control. Let’s let it play out in court, please. We do not have all the details.

None of you 'let's wait for court' folks, aren't worried there will just be a settlement and dropped charges? And an NDA?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A security guard on the set is defending Busfield, said parents were always present, encouraged kids to hug other people on set, and he heard mom directly threaten Busfield.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/20/timothy-busfield-mom-of-child-actors-originally-threatened-him/

Agree with the due process poster. The parents seem sus here. However, I’m quite sure Busfield has pricey publicists doing damage control. Let’s let it play out in court, please. We do not have all the details.

None of you 'let's wait for court' folks, aren't worried there will just be a settlement and dropped charges? And an NDA?

Worried? 😭😭😭

Ma’am, this is a Wendy’s.

But seriously, yes - very worried. Petrified, actually. This story has a HUGE impact on our lives. All of our lives!

What will we do when this ginger monster Tim Busfield kicks in our door and starts doling out gifts and high fives? It’s inevitable. He’s coming for us!

🤣🤣🤣

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I just read that WB’s internal investigation found no evidence of wrongdoing (which apparently involved a corroboration of Busfield’s “side of the story” by several credible on-set witnesses), the parents of the the alleged victims apparently both have a history of committing fraud, and Busfield has apparently “passed” a polygraph related to these allegations. Of note, the jurisdiction in question is one of the few states that considers polygraph evidence in criminal matters.

Nevertheless, I guess there’s still a lot more to sort out before this case is ready for prime time. I’m paying close attention to the allegation that the mother threatened to exact revenge on Busfield after the alleged victims were fired by the production. If that allegation is corroborated by even one credible witness, this case is probably DOA.

https://abcnews.go.com/amp/US/wireStory/actor-timothy-busfields-attorneys-investigation-undermines-states-child-129303373

lol. Their own “internal investigation.” Really?!

Former prosecutor with special training in and experience of child sex crimes investigation and prosecution.

Yes, skepticism is very much warranted here.

Can anybody in the class think of any reason why Warner Bros. might be motivated to find no evidence of culpability of the director they employed, on a TV set over which they had employer liability?

Hmmm . . .

I have some concerns about this case, but I would not put much weight into the WB investigation findings. Let LEOs with no financial interest in the outcome re-interview all the same witnesses.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:A security guard on the set is defending Busfield, said parents were always present, encouraged kids to hug other people on set, and he heard mom directly threaten Busfield.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/20/timothy-busfield-mom-of-child-actors-originally-threatened-him/

Wow… shocker!! Not. If it’s true that these parents orchestrated these allegations, I hope they’re locked up. As well as the “therapists” who went along with it. Sickening.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This whole thread has devolved.

I certainly hope that the name caller who is taking up for Busfield isn't a family member or staff member because you're not making your guy look good.

The only name callers have been the unhinged posters who are insisting these allegations are true and who insult anyone wants to wait for all the facts as “defenders.” So, you?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A security guard on the set is defending Busfield, said parents were always present, encouraged kids to hug other people on set, and he heard mom directly threaten Busfield.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/20/timothy-busfield-mom-of-child-actors-originally-threatened-him/

Agree with the due process poster. The parents seem sus here. However, I’m quite sure Busfield has pricey publicists doing damage control. Let’s let it play out in court, please. We do not have all the details.

We are allowed to speculate on an anonymous forum. You aren’t the thread police.

DP. Great, then allow other people to speculate whom you might not agree with.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A security guard on the set is defending Busfield, said parents were always present, encouraged kids to hug other people on set, and he heard mom directly threaten Busfield.

https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/20/timothy-busfield-mom-of-child-actors-originally-threatened-him/

Agree with the due process poster. The parents seem sus here. However, I’m quite sure Busfield has pricey publicists doing damage control. Let’s let it play out in court, please. We do not have all the details.

We are allowed to speculate on an anonymous forum. You aren’t the thread police.

But social media is how people are convicted without being convicted yet or ever.

No. Actual legal conviction is conviction.

He’s a senior citizen. He isn’t trying to rise and grind on OnlyFans or TikTok. If the thread bothers you, don’t let the door hit you.

I am also a "senior citizen." I am on all platforms and I can tell you that I would be very alarmed to see myself convicted in the public before I was ever in court. Maybe you don't understand social media. But- lawyers do.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:This whole thread has devolved.

I certainly hope that the name caller who is taking up for Busfield isn't a family member or staff member because you're not making your guy look good.

+1 the only one doing the name calling on this thread is the Busfield defender. I’m pretty sure it’s someone in his camp.

The Busfield defender comments are giving that energy, I agree.

The diction is also perverse - the losers who shriek “shrew!!!!” online tend to be older men who can’t handle non-deferential women. In other words, giving the energy of men who like kids because they’re more easily manipulable.

If he’s innocent, I’m sure he’ll have a fine time at each of his various court dates. His supporter(s?) here should look forward to it!

OMG. Could you be more of a misandrist? I’m a woman - as I expect most posters here are - and I’m sick to death of people like you condemning men before all of the facts have come out. If he’s guilty, he will be correctly found so in a court of law. If he’s found innocent and these allegations were fabricated, I wonder if you’d ever admit you were wrong.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:This whole thread has devolved.

I certainly hope that the name caller who is taking up for Busfield isn't a family member or staff member because you're not making your guy look good.

+1 the only one doing the name calling on this thread is the Busfield defender. I’m pretty sure it’s someone in his camp.

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There was an over the top crazy person with a pitchfork and torch ready to hang this guy whose comments were vile and profane. They’ve been deleted.

+100
That person was seriously unwell.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:After reading through this thread, it’s astonishing how much vitriol some of you seem to live with every day. It’s sad, actually.

Agree with this. And without having full details or a complete picture either. Pretty much enjoying the nasty speculation.

+100
What a disgusting group - I hope they’re never selected for jury duty.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:After reading through this thread, it’s astonishing how much vitriol some of you seem to live with every day. It’s sad, actually.

Agree with this. And without having full details or a complete picture either. Pretty much enjoying the nasty speculation.

Where were you when the P Diddy thread was active?!

DP. Are you serious?? Do you know how much evidence and witness statements there were against P Diddy? I can’t even believe you’re trying to compare the two.

[Anonymous]

I think the true believer DCUM shrew brigade (n=1) is going to be on tilt if this “grooming” “predator” is released on bond, and that’s probably the only opinion in this thread that you can put smart money on.

“They” will be apoplectic, for sure. Don’t need to see that - remand this guy, your honor. /s

Fun facts: DA prosecuting the case is the father of a cheat on the baseball diamond, Alex Bregman. He also yearns for higher office, running for NM governor but getting absolutely destroyed in the polls at present.

Draw your own conclusions as to whether this or other political motivations may also factor into this matter.

I think the true believer DCUM shrew brigade (n=1) is going to be on tilt if this “grooming” “predator” is released on bond, and that’s probably the only opinion in this thread that you can put smart money on.

“They” will be apoplectic, for sure. Don’t need to see that - remand this guy, your honor.

Fun facts: DA prosecuting the case is the father of a cheat on the baseball diamond, Alex Bregman. He also yearns for higher office.

Draw your own conclusions as to whether other political motivations may also factor into this matter.

(On a very serious note: There will be no winners in this matter, either way. If he is guilty of the charged crimes, he should face the appropriate punishment, without question. But if he’s innocent? His reputation is irreparably trashed. But whomever would have been responsible for convincing those children to backtrack on their earlier statements denying any abuse should be dealt with appropriately, too - professional licenses in jeopardy, criminal prosecution, civil liability, all of it.)