Danny Masterson

His notability shifted significantly in 2023 when he was convicted on two counts of rape for assaults that occurred in 2003. Masterson was subsequently sentenced to 30 years to life in prison, while a third rape charge had previously resulted in a hung jury. The case drew additional attention due to Masterson's affiliation with the Church of Scientology, with reports indicating the organization attempted to interfere and silence the victims, delaying justice for approximately two decades.

Masterson has recently returned to the news as he is seeking to overturn his rape convictions. According to recent headlines, he has filed legal motions blaming his trial lawyer for ineffective representation, claiming this failure is the reason he is now imprisoned. Some reports also indicate he has alleged that anti-Scientology bias played a role in the outcome of his trial.