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Another Heartbreak For Danny Masterson, His Wife Bijou Phillips Files For Divorce After Actor Gets Rape Sentence

1 years ago By Movies Desk

In an unexpected twist, actress Bijou Phillips has taken a decisive step, filing for divorce from her husband, former “That ’70s Show” star Danny Masterson. This is the aftermath of his recent sentencing, which saw him receive a 30-year to life prison term for the assault of two women back in 2003, The shocking divorce filing comes after Phillips had shown unwavering support for her husband throughout his legal battles.

Standing by Her Man, Until Now

Bijou Phillips, a 43-year-old actor and daughter of music icon John Phillips and actor Genevieve Waite, had stood by Danny Masterson through thick and thin. Their love story began in 2004, culminating in their marriage in a picturesque Irish castle in 2011. The couple also shared the joy of welcoming a daughter into the world in 2014.

The Sudden Twist

However, with Masterson’s sentencing on September 7, the dynamics shifted dramatically. Masterson, who gained fame through “That ’70s Show” and later starred in “The Ranch,” was found guilty of raping two women, both former members of the Church of Scientology, in incidents dating back to the early 2000s. The court heard harrowing accounts of the assaults, which occurred after the victims were allegedly drugged.

Unraveling the Decision

In a statement released by Phillips’ lawyer, Peter Lauzon, it was revealed that the decision to file for divorce was made during this tumultuous period. Bijou Phillips’ foremost concern centers on her daughter. With the weight of the legal proceedings significantly impacting their marriage and family life. Lauzon acknowledged that Masterson had been a pillar of support during difficult times in Phillips’ life and described him as a wonderful father to their daughter.

“Ms. Phillips has decided to file for divorce from her husband during this unfortunate time. Her priority remains with her daughter. This period has been unimaginably hard on the marriage and the family. Mr. Masterson was always present for Ms. Phillips during her most difficult times of her life. Ms. Phillips acknowledges that Mr. Masterson is a wonderful father to their daughter,” the statement read.

Legal Battles Continue

Despite his conviction, Masterson remains adamant in denying the allegations. Shawn Holley, the legal representative for Danny Masterson, has declared intentions to challenge the verdict, highlighting substantial concerns related to both evidence and constitutional matters. If successful, Masterson’s potential eligibility for parole would be approximately 25 years from now, when he reaches the age of 72.

Conclusion

The divorce announcement has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world and beyond. This development represents a substantial shift in the personal journeys of both parties involved. Especially when the public closely followed their relationship throughout Masterson’s legal ordeal. As Bijou Phillips embarks on this new chapter, the world watches with bated breath. We’re all curious about what the future holds for these two individuals who have shared so much history together.

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