Melissa Gilbert writes emotional letter to judge in defense of husband Timothy Busfield
ABC News • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Actress Melissa Gilbert has made an emotional plea to a judge to protect her husband, actor Timothy Busfield, who was arrested on charges of alleged criminal sexual contact of a minor and child abuse.
- Busfield, known for his role on "The West Wing," turned himself in and is currently held without bond in New Mexico; the allegations involve inappropriate touching of a child actor on the set of "The Cleaning Lady."
- Gilbert described Busfield as having a strong moral compass and praised his positive relationship with her son, highlighting the support he has received from family and colleagues in over 70 letters.
- Busfield denies the allegations and passed an independent polygraph test, according to his attorney, who maintains the charges are false.
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