> At a Glance
> – Melissa Gilbert posted about child abuse in November
> – Timothy Busfield now faces an arrest warrant for sexual contact with minors
> – Why it matters: The timing highlights a stark personal contradiction
Weeks after Melissa Gilbert shared a childhood abuse reflection, Timothy Busfield became wanted on charges involving 11-year-old twins.
The November Post
On November 15, Gilbert uploaded a throwback photo and wrote about filming Little House on the Prairie at fifteen with an older co-star.
> “I debated posting this but… I am actually nauseated. The girl on vacation… is the same girl who was expected to ‘fall in love with’ and kiss a man… several years older.”
She tagged the caption #iwasfifteen and ended with a warning to Megyn Kelly about word choice on Jeffrey Epstein.
The Arrest Warrant
The Albuquerque Police Department issued the warrant on January 9.
Allegations include:
- Two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor
- One count of child abuse
- Incidents alleged from November 2022 to spring 2024
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2022 | Twins, then age 7, meet Busfield on set |
| Nov 2024 | Doctor alerts UNM Hospital police |
| Oct 2025 | Mother files report with CPS |
| Jan 9 2026 | Warrant issued |
The boys’ parents say they met Busfield while he directed episodes of The Cleaning Lady.
History & Response
Busfield, 68, previously faced assault claims in 1994 that did not lead to charges.
Representatives for both spouses did not reply to requests for comment.
Key Takeaways
- Gilbert’s November post condemned child exploitation
- Busfield’s warrant alleges abuse beginning when twins were 7
- The couple married in 2013 and recently celebrated their 12th anniversary
The timeline juxtaposes Gilbert’s public stance on child protection with the legal action against her husband.
