Timothy Busfield Denies Child Sex Abuse Allegations Upon Surrender to Authorities

Actor Timothy Busfield Surrenders Amidst Allegations

• actor and director Timothy Busfield surrendered to New Mexico authorities on Tuesday following the issuance of an arrest warrant.
• ⚖️ He faces two counts of criminal misconduct against a minor, stemming from alleged unlawful sexual conduct with 11-year-old twins.
• 🗣️ Busfield, through his lawyer, has vehemently denied the allegations, calling them "all lies" and stating he "did not do anything to those little boys."

Investigation Details and Timeline

• 🔍 The investigation began in November 2024 after a doctor at the University of New Mexico hospital reported suspected sexual abuse and grooming.
• 📅 Court documents indicate the alleged incidents may have started when the twins were 7 years old, with one child reporting being touched inappropriately by Busfield.
• 📝 The case was reportedly reopened in September 2025 after one of the children disclosed details to a counselor and pediatrician.

Busfield's Defense and Context

• 🎬 Busfield, who directed episodes of the Fox show "The Cleaning Lady" from 2022 to 2025, reportedly told investigators it was unlikely he had physical contact with the twins.
• 🤷 He stated he did not remember the boys and that while he might tickle children, he did not recall overtly doing so with them.
• 💬 The lead actress on "The Cleaning Lady" suggested the twins' mother might be seeking revenge because the boys were not invited back for the show's final season.

Background and Current Status

• 🌟 Timothy Busfield is known for his roles in "Field of Dreams," "30something," and "The West Wing."
• 💍 He has been married to actress Melissa Gilbert since 2013.
• ⚠️ The allegations against Busfield are currently still under investigation.