Melissa Ellen Gilbert (born May 8, 1964) [1][2] is an American actress. Gilbert began her career as a child actress in the late 1960s, appearing in numerous commercials and guest-starring roles on …

Melissa Ellen Gilbert is an American actress, television director, producer, politician and former president of the Screen Actors Guild. Gilbert began her career as a child actress in the late 1960s, …

Feb 16, 2026 · Earlier this month, a grand jury indicted the actor on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child. He had previously been arrested in January and initially held without bail before …

Jul 12, 2025 · It’s been over 40 years since Melissa Gilbert left her Little House on the Prairie. The former child star rose to fame for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder in the beloved series, which followed...

Jan 27, 2026 · Melissa Gilbert has spoken out publicly for the first time as her husband Timothy Busfield faces child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.

Feb 16, 2026 · Melissa Gilbert resumes leadership role following difficult period supporting family as husband Timothy Busfield faces four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child.

Feb 28, 2026 · Melissa Gilbert volunteers at an animal sanctuary amid Timothy Busfield’s criminal charges. Gilbert finds “perspective” and fulfillment doing honest work, saying her “heart” is “wide …

Jan 13, 2026 · Melissa Gilbert rose to fame nearly 40 years ago while starring in Little House on the Prairie, continuing to make headlines since.

Dec 28, 2025 · “Little House on the Prairie” stars Melissa Gilbert and Melissa Sue Anderson are charting a new path forward. The actresses reunited over the weekend and squashed their beef over …

Mar 8, 2024 · Mid-life expectedly comes with more frequent doctor visits, and at 59, Melissa Gilbert continues to be open about hers. She’s shared about colonoscopy prep and emergency …