Warning: This post contains descriptions of sexual violence.
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have maintained a relatively low profile since publicly supporting Danny Masterson throughout his rape trial and subsequent conviction. While Masterson’s ex-wife, Bijou Phillips, has started to move on with a new beau, Kunis and Kutcher find themselves in a more complicated situation, recently being spotted dining at the Grill in Beverly Hills with Jordan Masterson, Danny’s half-brother, at the end of May. The two are also reportedly close with Jordan’s sister, Alanna, who they consider “part of their extended family.”
Danny Masterson, known for his role on That ’70s Show alongside Kunis and Kutcher, was convicted in September 2023 on two counts of rape and sentenced to 30 years to life in prison. The conviction followed testimonies from multiple women who accused Masterson of drugging and sexually assaulting them in the early 2000s. In an effort to sway the judge towards leniency, Kunis and Kutcher wrote letters highlighting their experiences with Masterson as a friend and colleague. These attempts were met with significant public backlash, questioning the judgment of the Hollywood couple who have been purported supporters of women’s rights.
An insider provided some insight into the couple’s continued connection with the Masterson family: “Ashton and Mila grew up on the set of the original That ’70s Show with the younger Masterson kids around all the time. They look at them almost like younger siblings of their own because Danny was their best friend on planet earth at the time.” This longstanding bond complicates the situation, even though they do not condone Danny’s actions. “Do they forgive Danny for his horrible crimes? Not in the slightest,” says the insider. “But he was their friend for many years and in that time they became close to Danny’s family. That’s not an easy bond to break,” the source told In Touch Magazine.
When do we excommunicate friends because of their associations? This lingering connection poses challenges, particularly for Kunis, who is reportedly striving to secure more serious acting roles reminiscent of her performance in Black Swan. Public perception is critical in Hollywood, and maintaining ties to such a scandal can be detrimental to her career ambitions. When does loyalty become a liability? This question looms large as their connections to the Masterson family remain in the public eye.
Adding another layer of complexity to all of this, reports suggest that Kunis and Kutcher’s marriage has faced strain since Masterson’s conviction. Their ongoing support for the Masterson family, despite Danny’s heinous crimes, undoubtedly puts pressure on their relationship.
Kunis and Kutcher face a challenging situation. Although Jordan isn’t responsible for his brother’s actions, their association with him, a fellow Scientologist, complicates matters, particularly in the public eye.
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