Melissa Gilbert Speaks Out on Husband's Abuse Charges

It's April 4.

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Melissa Gilbert is standing up for her husband, Timothy Bussfield, after New Mexico prosecutors

charged him with child sexual abuse back and early.

February.

The Emmy-winning actor, known for roles in 30-something and the West Wing, faces serious accusations

involving the minor.

She's opening up in an interview with ABC's George Stephanopoulos, set to air on Monday,

about how the charges flip their world upside down.

Gilbert calls it the most traumatic thing they've ever faced, saying their old life, dreams,

and projects are gone for good.

She worries the damage to his reputation sticks no matter what happens in court.

Bussfield's team says he's ready to fight the charges head on.

Prosecutors confirm the case, but won't say more since the investigation is ongoing,

and there's no word yet on a trial date.

This hits hard in Hollywood, where accusations like these can inquire as fast, even before

verdict, putting decades of work at risk for folks like Bussfield.