Rape allegations aired against ‘70s Show’ actor Masterson
2 years, 2 months ago

Rape allegations aired against ‘70s Show’ actor Masterson

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A prosecutor on Tuesday described rape allegations by three women against “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson from two decades ago that contained some of the same disturbing elements. Two women became woozy or passed out after a couple drinks and were tossed in his hot tub, Deputy District Attorney Reinhold Mueller said in his opening statement in Masterson’s trial. Cohen urged the jurors not to consider Masterson’s affiliation with the Church of Scientology and its relationship to the case, while Mueller said that it helped explain why the women — all former members of the church — waited so long to report the incidents. From 1998 until 2006, Masterson starred as Steven Hyde on Fox’s “That ’70s Show,” which made stars of Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis and Topher Grace and is getting an upcoming Netflix reboot with “That ‘90s Show.” Masterson had reunited with Kutcher on the Netflix comedy “The Ranch” but was written off the show when an LAPD investigation was revealed in December 2017.

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Judge denies bail for That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson citing flight risk after his conviction in rape case
11 months ago

Judge denies bail for That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson citing flight risk after his conviction in rape case

Hindustan Times  

Danny Masterson has been denied bail as there are concerns that the actor might attempt to flee. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine Olmedo stated on Wednesday that Masterson is expected to stay in custody for an extended period, possibly the remainder of his life, if his conviction and sentence are upheld on appeal, according to an order obtained by …

'That '70s Show' star Danny Masterson 'is on 24-hour surveillance for signs of mental distress in jail' after he was sentenced to 30 years for raping two women - as his lawyers say they are confident
1 year, 3 months ago

'That '70s Show' star Danny Masterson 'is on 24-hour surveillance for signs of mental distress in jail' after he was sentenced to 30 years for raping two women - as his lawyers say they are confident

Daily Mail  

The actor was sentenced to 30 years on Thursday following two rape convictions That 70s Show actor Danny Masterson is under round-the-clock surveillance in jail in case he shows signs of 'mental distress' after being sentenced to 30 years for rape, it has been claimed. Masterson has been sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for his rape convictions …

'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for raping two women
1 year, 3 months ago

'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for raping two women

The Hindu  

A judge sentenced That '70s Show show star Danny Masterson to 30 years to life in prison for raping two women, giving them some relief after they spoke in court about the decades of damage he inflicted. “The world is better off with you in prison.” Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine F Olmedo handed down the sentence on Thursday …

‘That 70s Show’ star Danny Masterson blows kiss to wife Bijou Phillips in court after 30-year rape sentence
1 year, 3 months ago

‘That 70s Show’ star Danny Masterson blows kiss to wife Bijou Phillips in court after 30-year rape sentence

Hindustan Times  

The That '70s Show star Danny Masterson was seen blowing a kiss to his wife Bijou Phillips in a court sketch after he was sentenced to 30 years in prison for rape. FILE PHOTO: Actor Danny Masterson stands with his lawyer Thomas Mesereau as he is arraigned on three rape charges in separate incidents between 2001 and 2003, at Los …

'That 70s Show actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life for two rape cases
1 year, 3 months ago

'That 70s Show actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life for two rape cases

India TV News  

US actor Danny Masterson, popularly known for his role in 'That 70s Show', has been sentenced to serve 30 years to life in prison for raping two women, the media reported. Alison Anderson, a lawyer representing two of the victims, said in a statement sent to BBC News that the women "have displayed tremendous strength and bravery, by coming forward …

Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years in prison on rape charges
1 year, 3 months ago

Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years in prison on rape charges

India Today  

A judge sentenced 'That ’70s Show' show star Danny Masterson to 30 years to life in prison Thursday for raping two women, giving them some relief after they spoke in court about the decades of damage he inflicted. DANNY MASTERSON SENTENCED TO 30 YEARS IN PRISON Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine F Olmedo handed down the sentence to 47-year-old …

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson jailed for raping two women
1 year, 3 months ago

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson jailed for raping two women

ABC  

A US judge has sentenced That ’70s Show star Danny Masterson to 30 years to life in prison for the rapes of two women two decades ago. Key points: Masterson will be eligible for parole after serving 25-and-a-half years One of his victims called him "pathetic, disturbed and completely violent" The jury could not reach a verdict on a third …

'That 70's Show' actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for rapes
1 year, 3 months ago

'That 70's Show' actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life in prison for rapes

Hindustan Times  

"That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson was sentenced on Thursday to 30 years to life in prison for raping two women about 20 years ago in a case that stirred controversy around the Church of Scientology. The case drew attention in part because Masterson met the women through the Church of Scientology, and his accusers said the organization discouraged them …

Danny Masterson: That ’70s Show star found guilty of two counts of rape in retrial ?
1 year, 3 months ago

Danny Masterson: That ’70s Show star found guilty of two counts of rape in retrial ?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy That ’70s Show star Danny …

Danny Masterson blows wife Bijou Phillips a kiss before being led to at least 30 years in prison for raping two women
1 year, 3 months ago

Danny Masterson blows wife Bijou Phillips a kiss before being led to at least 30 years in prison for raping two women

Daily Mail  

Bijou Phillips was comforted in court as her husband Danny Masterson was jailed for 30 years for raping two women - with the perverted star seen blowing his spouse a kiss as he was escorted to the slammer. Convicted rapist Danny Masterson blows his wife Bijou Phillips a kiss in the court room as he is sentenced to 30 years …

EXCLUSIVE: Danny Masterson's wife Bijou Phillips 'is a shell of her former self' and feels like she's mourning 'a DEATH' as That '70s Show star faces 30 years to LIFE in prison for raping two women
1 year, 3 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Danny Masterson's wife Bijou Phillips 'is a shell of her former self' and feels like she's mourning 'a DEATH' as That '70s Show star faces 30 years to LIFE in prison for raping two women

Daily Mail  

Danny Masterson's wife Bijou Phillips is trying to remain strong for the sake of her daughter, but is a shell of her former self as her husband learned his sentencing fate today, insiders have revealed to DailyMail.com. Earlier this year, the former socialite - whose Manhattan antics with the Hilton sisters made tabloid gold - broke down in tears as …

‘That ’70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for rapes of 2 women
1 year, 3 months ago

‘That ’70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson gets 30 years to life in prison for rapes of 2 women

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A judge sentenced “That ’70s Show” show star Danny Masterson to 30 years to life in prison Thursday for raping two women, giving them some relief after they spoke in court about the decades of damage he inflicted. “I know that you’re sitting here steadfast in your claims of innocence, and thus no doubt feeling victimized by …

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next
1 year, 6 months ago

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday convicted actor Danny Masterson of two counts of rape in a retrial that focused on allegations the “That ‘70s Show’ star raped three women between 2001 and 2003. Defense attorney Philip Cohen made clear to jurors that ”there is no drugging charge.” A BIGGER ROLE FOR SCIENTOLOGY The Church of Scientology …

‘That ‘70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson convicted of 2 counts of rape
1 year, 6 months ago

‘That ‘70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson convicted of 2 counts of rape

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — “That ‘70s Show” star Danny Masterson was led out in handcuffs from a Los Angeles courtroom Wednesday and could get 30 years to life in prison after a jury found him guilty on two of three counts of rape at his second trial, in which the Church of Scientology played a central role. “I am experiencing a …

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next
1 year, 6 months ago

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next

Hindustan Times  

A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday convicted actor Danny Masterson of two counts of rape in a retrial that focused on allegations the That ‘70s Show star raped three women between 2001 and 2003. DIRECT DISCUSSION OF DRUGGING A judge in the second trial allowed the prosecution to say directly that Masterson drugged all three women before raping them, in …

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next
1 year, 6 months ago

What led to Danny Masterson’s rape retrial and what happens next

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles jury on Wednesday convicted actor Danny Masterson of two counts of rape in a retrial that focused on allegations the “That ‘70s Show’ star raped three women between 2001 and 2003. Defense attorney Philip Cohen made clear to jurors that ”there is no drugging charge.” A BIGGER ROLE FOR SCIENTOLOGY The Church of Scientology …

Danny Masterson rape retrial deliberations drag on more than 6 days, will resume next week
1 year, 6 months ago

Danny Masterson rape retrial deliberations drag on more than 6 days, will resume next week

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Jurors have deliberated for more than a week without reaching a verdict in the rape retrial of “That ‘70s Show” star Danny Masterson, and will have to return and resume talks after the long holiday weekend. The Los Angeles County jury of seven women and five men went home Friday without reaching a verdict on any of …

Danny Masterson used drugging, Scientology to get away with rape, prosecutor says
1 year, 7 months ago

Danny Masterson used drugging, Scientology to get away with rape, prosecutor says

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Danny Masterson drugged women’s drinks so he could rape them, then relied on his prominence in the Church of Scientology to avoid consequences for years, a prosecutor told jurors Tuesday in closing arguments at the actor’s trial. “What she views as little inconsistencies are at the heart of trying to determine, ‘Is somebody, reliable, credible, believable enough …

Scientology looms large as jurors to decide Danny Masterson’s fate in second rape trial
1 year, 7 months ago

Scientology looms large as jurors to decide Danny Masterson’s fate in second rape trial

LA Times  

Danny Masterson leaves court alongside his wife, Bijou Phillips, after a hearing in his criminal trial on rape charges in Los Angeles. Each of the women who have accused Danny Masterson of raping them in the early 2000s said they feared two things: the once-beloved sitcom actor’s violent outbursts and the life-altering consequences they might face for opposing the powerful …

Danny Masterson’s ex says rape came years into relationship
1 year, 7 months ago

Danny Masterson’s ex says rape came years into relationship

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A former girlfriend of actor Danny Masterson testified Tuesday that he had grown increasingly abusive and controlling during their five-year relationship when he raped her in their bed in November of 2001. “I told him ‘no, I don’t want to have sex.’ He didn’t listen to me,” said the woman, the first to take the stand in …

Prosecutors to retry actor Danny Masterson on rape counts
1 year, 11 months ago

Prosecutors to retry actor Danny Masterson on rape counts

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles prosecutors will retry “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson on three rape counts after a hopelessly deadlocked jury led to a mistrial in his first trial in November. The LA County District Attorney’s Office declared prosecutors’ plans in court filings and at a Tuesday hearing, where Superior Court Judge Charlaine F. Olmedo rejected a defense …

Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape in Los Angeles trial
2 years ago

Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape in Los Angeles trial

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — After a month-long trial and nine days of deliberations, Los Angeles jurors on Monday found Harvey Weinstein guilty of the rape and sexual assault of just one of the four accusers he was charged with abusing. He was found guilty of rape, forced oral copulation and another sexual misconduct count involving the woman who said he appeared …

Disgraced movie titan Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape in US trial
2 years ago

Disgraced movie titan Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape in US trial

Hindustan Times  

Harvey Weinstein was found guilty Monday of rape at a Los Angeles trial in another #MeToo moment of reckoning, five years after he became a magnet for the movement. After deliberating for nine days spanning more than two weeks, the jury of eight men and four women reached the verdict at the second criminal trial of the 70-year-old onetime powerful …

Mistrial in Danny Masterson rape trial after jury deadlocks
2 years ago

Mistrial in Danny Masterson rape trial after jury deadlocks

LA Times  

Actor Danny Masterson, pictured in September 2020 in Los Angeles Superior Court for his arraignment on the three rape charges. Danny Masterson’s rape trial ended Wednesday in a mistrial after jurors said they were unable to reach a decision on the actor’s innocence or guilt. Ariel Anson would not confirm the decision to retry Masterson, saying, “It’s a conversation we …

2 sick jurors lost from deliberations at Masterson trial
2 years ago

2 sick jurors lost from deliberations at Masterson trial

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Two deliberating jurors at the …

Jury says it’s deadlocked in Danny Masterson rape trial
2 years, 1 month ago

Jury says it’s deadlocked in Danny Masterson rape trial

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Jurors at the rape trial of “That ’70s Show” star Danny Masterson said Friday that they are deadlocked, but a judge told them they have not deliberated long enough for her to declare a mistrial. The jury told Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine Olmedo that after nearly three days of deliberations, they could not reach a …

Defense: Masterson rape case plagued by contradictions
2 years, 1 month ago

Defense: Masterson rape case plagued by contradictions

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Rape allegations against actor Danny Masterson were so riddled with contradictions and inconsistencies that prosecutors in their case implicated the Church of Scientology to help patch holes in its case, a defense lawyer said Tuesday in closing arguments. “We heard Scientology so often that it really became the go-to excuse.” All three accusers and Masterson were members …

Filmmaker Haggis takes stand to ‘clear my name’ in rape suit
2 years, 1 month ago

Filmmaker Haggis takes stand to ‘clear my name’ in rape suit

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Filmmaker Paul Haggis told jurors Wednesday that he believed he had a consensual encounter with a woman who later accused him of rape, portraying himself as a “flirt” who acted on what he thought was mutual attraction. “For five years, I’ve been unable to clear my name, and now I will,” Haggis told jurors. Breest’s lawyers haven’t …

Rape accuser testifies against filmmaker Paul Haggis
2 years, 2 months ago

Rape accuser testifies against filmmaker Paul Haggis

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — He was a famous moviemaker. In a steady, unsparing tone, Breest recounted what she said was a terrifying, painful attack that left her shocked and “really struggling to comprehend what had happened.” “I couldn’t understand how somebody who seemed like a nice guy would do that,” she said. “But just so you know,” she testified that she …

Woman testifies Danny Masterson raped, choked her in 2003
2 years, 2 months ago

Woman testifies Danny Masterson raped, choked her in 2003

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — A woman broke down on the witness stand Wednesday while giving graphic testimony about a 2003 night when she said she emerged from unconsciousness to find actor Danny Masterson raping her. She conceded that she omitted elements of the story at the time, “to protect people.” At a preliminary hearing last year, a previous defense lawyer for …

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson on trial on 3 rape charges
2 years, 2 months ago

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson on trial on 3 rape charges

Firstpost  

Danny Masterson is charged with raping the women between 2001 and 2003 in his home, which functioned as a social hub when he was at the height of his fame. Danny Masterson, former star of the long-running sitcom “That ’70s Show,” is about to face three women in court who say he raped them two decades ago at a trial …

Scientology church looms over actor Danny Masterson rape case
2 years, 2 months ago

Scientology church looms over actor Danny Masterson rape case

LA Times  

Danny Masterson, at center in 2020, is charged with raping three women at his Hollywood Hills home between 2001 and 2003. Masterson’s lawyers wanted Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Charlaine Olmedo to bar any mention of Scientology throughout the trial, which is expected to begin Tuesday. One accuser testified that when she reported the rape to Scientology officials, she was …

Scientology’s secrets spill into open in Danny Masterson rape case
3 years, 6 months ago

Scientology’s secrets spill into open in Danny Masterson rape case

LA Times  

Actor Danny Masterson, left, stands with his attorney, Thomas Mesereau, as he is arraigned on rape charges in Los Angeles in September 2020. Interpretation of Church doctrine by the courts is prohibited and the ruling is evidence of why.” The case against Masterson, who starred in the 2000s sitcom “That ’70s Show,” is a relatively rare example of a Scientologist …

Danny Masterson, known for his role in That ’70s Show, must stand trial on three rape charges
3 years, 7 months ago

Danny Masterson, known for his role in That ’70s Show, must stand trial on three rape charges

Hindustan Times  

After three days of dramatic and often emotional testimony from three women who said That ’70s Show actor Danny Masterson raped them nearly 20 years ago, a judge on Friday found that he must stand trial. On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, prosecutors are set to begin presenting evidence to a judge as they attempt to show That '70s Show actor …

Danny Masterson's accuser testifies against actor, recounts details of sexual assault
3 years, 7 months ago

Danny Masterson's accuser testifies against actor, recounts details of sexual assault

Firstpost  

At Danny Masterson’s case trial, a woman revealed that the actor had allegedly assaulted her when she was not in a fully conscious state A woman testified Wednesday that she was five years into a relationship with actor Danny Masterson when she awoke to find he was raping her as she slept and took drastic measures to get him to …

Danny Masterson: Woman tells court she woke up to find That 70s Show actor raping her
3 years, 7 months ago

Danny Masterson: Woman tells court she woke up to find That 70s Show actor raping her

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The first thing I recall is grabbing his hair …

Woman testifies she woke to find actor Masterson raping her
3 years, 7 months ago

Woman testifies she woke to find actor Masterson raping her

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — In hours of often tearful testimony, a woman told a judge Tuesday that she was slipping in and out of consciousness on a night 18 years ago when she said she found actor Danny Masterson raping her. “I couldn’t walk or stand, so he put me on the tile on the ground,” said Jen B., who began …

Judge to hear evidence on actor Danny Masterson rape charges
3 years, 7 months ago

Judge to hear evidence on actor Danny Masterson rape charges

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Prosecutors on Tuesday are set …

Rape charges denied by lawyer for ‘70s Show’ actor Masterson
3 years, 11 months ago

Rape charges denied by lawyer for ‘70s Show’ actor Masterson

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — An attorney for “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson pleaded not guilty on his behalf Wednesday to the rapes of three women in the early 2000s. Defense lawyer Tom Mesereau entered the plea for Masterson, who was not present in court, to three charges of rape by force or fear in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The …

Harvey Weinstein charged with 3 more rapes in California
4 years, 2 months ago

Harvey Weinstein charged with 3 more rapes in California

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Harvey Weinstein was charged Friday with the rapes of two more women and now faces 11 sexual assault counts involving five women in California as the former movie mogul serves prison time in New York, prosecutors said. Weinstein was charged with three new counts of rape and three new counts of forcible oral copulation involving two women, …

Actor Masterson’s lawyer denies and denounces rape charges
4 years, 3 months ago

Actor Masterson’s lawyer denies and denounces rape charges

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson, charged with raping three women, made his first appearance Friday in a Los Angeles courtroom, where his attorney declared his innocence and denounced the charges against him as “politicized.” Masterson, 44, who has been free on bail since his June arrest, stood in court in a blue suit and face mask …

That 70’s Show actor Danny Masterson charged with raping three women
4 years, 6 months ago

That 70’s Show actor Danny Masterson charged with raping three women

Hindustan Times  

That 70s Show actor Danny Masterson has been charged with raping three women in separate incidents in 2001 and 2003, the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office said on Wednesday. The district attorney’s office said in a statement that it had declined to file sexual assault charges against Masterson in two other cases because of insufficient evidence and because of the …

'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson charged with rape of 3 women
4 years, 6 months ago

'That '70s Show' actor Danny Masterson charged with rape of 3 women

India TV News  

actor Danny Masterson who is popularly known for his role in That 70s Show has been charged with the rapes of three women in the early 2000s, reveals Los Angeles prosecutors. The complaint against the actor accuses him of allegedly raping a 23-year-old woman between January and December 20001 followed by another rape allegation of a 28-year-old woman in April …

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson charged with three rape claims, released few hours after posting bond
4 years, 6 months ago

That '70s Show actor Danny Masterson charged with three rape claims, released few hours after posting bond

Firstpost  

The three counts of rape by force or fear against Danny Masterson were filed Tuesday, and an arrest warrant issued That ’70s Show actor Danny Masterson was charged with the rapes of three women in the early 2000s, Los Angeles prosecutors said Wednesday, the culmination of a three-year investigation that resulted in a rare arrest of a famous Hollywood figure …

`That 70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson charged in 3 rapes
4 years, 6 months ago

`That 70s Show’ actor Danny Masterson charged in 3 rapes

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — “That ’70s Show” actor Danny Masterson was charged with the rapes of three women in the early 2000s, Los Angeles prosecutors said Wednesday, the culmination of a three-year investigation that resulted in a rare arrest of a famous Hollywood figure in the #MeToo era. “We are thankful that the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office is finally …

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