Danny Masterson, formerly of “That ’70s Show,” loses his appeal and has his rape conviction upheld by a California appeals court. Sources say the court affirms the judgment and rejects arguments raised by Masterson’s defense, leaving him to continue serving a 30-year prison sentence.
Danny Masterson’s rape conviction appeal is denied by California court
Danny Masterson, formerly of “That ’70s Show,” loses his appeal and has his rape conviction upheld by a California appeals court. Sources say the court affirms the judgment and rejects arguments raise...
Key Points
- An appeals court denies Danny Masterson’s bid to overturn his rape conviction.
- Masterson was convicted of raping two women, with the case tied to conduct at his Hollywood Hills home in 2003.
- The court upholds Masterson’s 30-year sentence.
- Defense arguments alleging bias against Scientology are rejected by the appeals court.
- Multiple sources describe a three-judge panel issuing a written ruling.
This summary is generated automatically from the reporting of the outlets listed on this page. Follow their links for the full coverage.
Where coverage differs
All outlets agree on the core outcome: Masterson’s appeal is denied, his conviction stands, and his 30-year sentence remains in place. They also consistently mention that the defense’s arguments about Scientology bias are rejected. The main differences are in emphasis and specificity: Rolling Stone foregrounds Masterson’s vow to pursue the California State Supreme Court; Deadline stresses the “no bias against Scientology” phrasing. The Independent highlights that the court rejects “nearly a dozen reasons,” while Variety adds detail about the ruling’s length (89 pages) and the appeal’s step-by-step treatment. ComingSoon.net frames the story as denied relief and notes it is based on Variety’s report. No outlets substantially contradict the underlying facts presented.
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Rolling Stone
Danny Masterson Loses Rape Conviction Appeal, Vows to Take Fight to State Supreme Court
Rolling Stone leads with Masterson’s loss of the appeal and highlights his intention to keep fighting, including a planned next step to the state Supreme Court.
59 minutes ago
COM
ComingSoon.net
Danny Masterson Denied Appeal of Rape Charges After Scientology Bias Arguments
ComingSoon.net emphasizes the appeal denial and frames it around the defense’s Scientology-bias arguments, while referencing reporting from Variety.
1 hour ago
THE
The Independent
Danny Masterson's rape conviction and prison sentence upheld as court rejects his appeal
The Independent focuses on the appeals court’s rejection of the defense’s rationale, describing that the court dismisses nearly a dozen reasons.
2 hours ago
DEA
Deadline
Danny Masterson Fails To Get Double Rape Conviction Overturned; No Bias Against Scientology, Appeals Court Rules
Deadline spotlights the court’s ruling that there was no bias against Scientology and stresses the immediate end of Masterson’s current appeal effort.
2 hours ago
VAR
Variety
Danny Masterson Loses Appeal of Rape Conviction
Variety centers on the outcome—upholding the conviction and 30-year sentence—and notes the scope of the appeals decision, describing an 89-page ruling that addresses each argument.
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