Danny Masterson loses appeal against rape conviction after arguing judge was biased against Scientology
That ’70s Show actor was sentenced to 30 years in prison for two counts of rape against two women, who were also Scientologists Danny Masterson has lost the appeal of his rape conviction, meaning his 30-year prison sentence has been upheld.
Key points
- In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222.
- Other international helplines can be found at ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html Continue reading...
- In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732).
The actor, best known for his role on That ’70s Show, was convicted in 2023 of two counts of rape against two women in 2003, while a third charge relating to a third plaintiff, who alleged she was raped by Masterson in 2001, was quashed.
Additional details
- In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673.
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