Melissa Gilbert, best known for her role in Little House on the Prairie, has spoken publicly for the first time since her husband, actor and director Timothy Busfield, surrendered to authorities in New Mexico on 13 January 2026. Busfield faces serious charges of child abuse and criminal sexual contact with a minor following an arrest warrant issued earlier this month.
Gilbert has made clear that her attention is now on their 'very large family,' while her husband prepares to face the allegations in court. Her statement comes at a time of intense scrutiny, with Busfield denying all accusations and pledging to fight what he has described as 'lies'.
